Name
04. Real-World Use Cases in Access Improvement
Date & Time
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 9:20 AM - 10:00 AM
Speakers
Paola Ballester, MD, FAAP, CHCQM-PHYADV, Chief, Medical Staff, John Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Samir Shah, MD, MHCM, Regional Medical Director, Hospitalist and Physician advisor services, western Indiana, Franciscan Health, Franciscan Alliance
Rachel Papka, MHAI, Chief Innovation Officer, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging
Corey Bucher, PhD, Vice President, AI Enablement and Workforce Transformation, Beebe Healthcare
Samir Shah, MD, MHCM, Regional Medical Director, Hospitalist and Physician advisor services, western Indiana, Franciscan Health, Franciscan Alliance
Rachel Papka, MHAI, Chief Innovation Officer, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging
Corey Bucher, PhD, Vice President, AI Enablement and Workforce Transformation, Beebe Healthcare
Description
Improving access requires more than intent—it demands execution. This panel highlights real-world use cases where health systems expanded access through technology, process redesign, and smarter operations. Leaders will share what worked, measurable results achieved, and lessons learned that others can apply to reduce delays and improve patient entry points.
Location Name
Continental C (Lobby Level)
Full Address
Hilton Chicago
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Mackenzie Bean, Assistant Vice President and Managing Editor, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
mbean@beckershealthcare.com
HIT + DH + RCM: Topic Tag
IT, Technology & Innovation, Strategy