Nurses are the cornerstone of patient care, but too often, their time is consumed by documentation. Hunt Regional Medical Center (HRMC) in Greenville TX found a promising solution to ease nurse workload: wearable technology.
How do you envision AI changing the day-to-day reality for healthcare providers and the broader care delivery system?
AI, when providing actionable intelligence to enhance human expertise rather than replace it, has the potential to empower our clinicians and the entire healthcare industry. It is also poised to transform the daily experience of frontline healthcare workers by addressing one of the industry’s most pressing issues: cognitive overload.
Since the implementation of the No Surprises Act (NSA) in January 2022, out-of-network (OON) reimbursement has become a complex and resource-heavy challenge for hospital and health system revenue cycle leaders. Although designed to shield patients from unexpected medical bills, the legislation has placed continuous financial pressure on hospitals and health systems, leading to delayed payments, operational burdens, and strained resources.
According to the recent Gartner report on “How Clinical Data Improves US Healthcare Payer Interoperability,” health plan leaders are counting on the integration of clinical data “locked in provider’s electronic health records” to enable a host of needed improvements. Cited use cases include advances in clinical quality, care continuity, utilization management, and risk adjustment optimization.
Building an ASC from the ground up is no simple task. Stryker has partnered to bring hundreds of ASCs’ visions to life and understands the complexity of building and launching a new facility. Each project is unique, but there are similar milestones that every facility must go through along their journey.
AI is dominating healthcare conversations, promising to revolutionize operations — including revenue cycle management. But the hard truth, according to some RCM experts, is that most AI-driven RCM solutions will fail. The reason: AI without deep operational expertise doesn’t work in the real world.
According to the recent Gartner report on “How Clinical Data Improves US Healthcare Payer Interoperability,” health plan leaders are counting on the integration of clinical data “locked in provider’s electronic health records” to enable a host of needed improvements. Cited use cases include advances in clinical quality, care continuity, utilization management, and risk adjustment optimization.
Amidst inflation, rising costs of providing care, and staffing shortages, the role of Physician Advisors (PAs) is poised to become increasingly critical.
That’s because Physician Advisors play a vital role in healthcare organizations, serving as the link between two areas, clinical practice and administrative decision-making.
New era of anti-corruption enforcement
The second Trump administration has issued executive orders (EO) to quickly to shift enforcement priorities, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption (ABAC) laws.
In a recent EO, President Trump paused Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement for a 180-day period.
In today’s complex healthcare environment, patient loyalty is no longer guaranteed by quality care alone. Rising out-of-pocket costs, confusing billing statements, and a lack of transparency are pushing patients to seek alternative providers that offer a better patient payment experience.
ASCs often seek Joint Commission[1] accreditation to demonstrate their commitment to patient safety and quality care. Earning ambulatory care accreditation builds credibility among patients, payers and network providers and reinforces a culture where continuous quality improvement of day-to-day operations is a top priority.
In 2024, Realty Trust Group (RTG) helped healthcare systems save over $37 million through strategic real estate management. As financial pressures mount, health systems can no longer afford to view real estate as just a cost center—it must be a core part of their financial strategy.
SurGenTec announced that OsteoFlo HydroFiber, its synthetic bone graft solution equivalent to autograft, is now being used in spinal surgeries following FDA 510(k) clearance. The milestone marks an advancement in bone graft technology, as OsteoFlo HydroFiber is recognized as a stand-alone solution equivalent to autograft for spine surgeries, including use in interbody fusion cages, disc spaces and posterolateral fusions.
The convergence of two troubling trends creates one serious situation for providers, payers and consumers: More people need healthcare at the same time fewer professionals enter or stay in healthcare. Meeting this challenge takes time. But good health can’t wait. Many are looking to AI to help – but how do you distinguish the hype vs the reality?
Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs) face growing pressure to ensure medication access for the 45 million Americans living in pharmacy deserts. Accelerating pharmacy closures, an aging population and staffing shortages present a crisis that demands an urgent response from health systems.
Operational efficiency is paramount to the success and sustainability of ambulatory surgery centers. However, uncertainty and rising costs in the supply chain continue to threaten profitability. Through technology, process optimization, and strategic partnerships, ASCs can simplify the procurement process, streamline workflows, and reduce operational costs.
Clearwater, FL – February 28, 2025 – hellocare.ai, a leader in AI-assisted virtual care delivery, is proud to announce its planned system-wide implementation at AdventHealth, a connected system of care with more than 50 hospitals campuses in nine states.
At Dental Care Alliance, we are proud to celebrate the contributions of the women who shape the future of dentistry. This Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting Tracy Pham, Senior Human Resource Business Partner, Field Operations, a dedicated leader who has spent the past eight years advocating for inclusivity, leadership development, and a stronger, more equitable workplace for women in dentistry.
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and mental health presents a landscape rich with potential to enhance the experience of delivering and receiving care. This requires a deliberate focus on intentional and thoughtful design to ensure responsible implementation.
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and mental health presents a landscape rich with potential to enhance the experience of delivering and receiving care. This requires a deliberate focus on intentional and thoughtful design to ensure responsible implementation.