HealthcareNOW Radio - Insights and Discussion on Healthcare, Healthcare Information Technology and More

Host Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas.This week his guests are Andy Nieto, Senior Solutions Manager at Lenovo, and Joe Morrow, IT Director, Technology Services at OSF Healthcare. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Perhaps the greatest gap in healthcare may be missed radiology follow-ups. Delayed care, and sometimes no care, are an outcome of notification procesess that continue to plague the timely delivery of interventions. On this episode Jim and his guest, Angela Adams, CEO of Inflo Health dig deeply into this issue. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Matt Fisher talks to Melissa Mitchell, Chief Privacy Officer, Phreesia, about complexity of current privacy landscape; expansion of privacy in healthcare outside of HIPAA; consent and transparency as common themes across privacy; importance of obtaining and responding to feedback from users and future for privacy. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Gil welcomes Robert Havasy, Senior Director for Health Informatics at HIMSS. A trusted voice in healthcare data, innovation, and standards, Rob leads efforts across the HIMSS ecosystem to make information flow more seamless and impactful — improving outcomes, cutting costs, and boosting patient and clinician experience alike. Gil unpacks the promise and pitfalls of AI in both clinical and administrative realms. From bias and transparency, to workforce transformation, and real ROI — it's all on the table. They also preview the upcoming AI in Healthcare Forum presented by HIMSS, taking place July 10th & 11th 2025 in New York City. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

AI Moratoriums, CGM Mania, and Primary Care's Funeral AI Regulation Flip-Flop: Federal moratorium on AI regulation was removed from legislation; The CGM Tracking Craze with a Government push to put continuous glucose monitors on everyone; What about accuracy issues for these new found HHS-pushed health trackers; Dr. Nick's heart rate monitor showed 120 vs actual 70 recently; Nothing says "cutting-edge healthcare technology" like a 50-beat difference that could send you into cardiac panic or Olympic training confidence; Traditional primary care is dying, with only expensive concierge medicine offering the doctor-patient relationship that used to be standard; More Healthcare Exits - Best Buy abandoned their healthcare venture, joining the long list of companies that couldn't crack the healthcare market; And a Vaccine Debate Redux with the 30-year-old thimerosal preservative controversy is being reopened despite decades of safety data. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Dan explores the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in population health. As AI continues to dominate industry conversations and drive vendor offerings, healthcare leaders are faced with questions: What is real, what is hype, and where does the value lie? Dr. David Nash, Founding Dean Emeritus of Jefferson College of Population Health and a nationally recognized thought leader in value-based care and population health, join the conversation. Additionally, Rick Howard, a seasoned Chief Data Officer and AI Strategist contributes to the conversation with his deep expertise in driving data-driven innovation across healthcare organizations. Together, they break down common misconceptions, highlight the most promising AI applications in care delivery, and offer practical insights into how health systems, providers, and payers can responsibly integrate AI to drive meaningful outcomes and return on investment (ROI). To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Reimagining Medicaid: Oregon's Revolutionary Approach to Health Equity Dr. Sejal Hathi, the nation's youngest state health director, discusses Oregon's groundbreaking Medicaid transformation that expands coverage beyond traditional healthcare to include housing, climate health, and nutrition. Learn how this innovative model achieved 97% coverage while addressing social determinants of health and setting new standards for healthcare policy nationwide. • Oregon's expanded Medicaid model demonstrates how healthcare funding can effectively address social determinants of health • Integration of housing, climate health, and nutrition support creates more comprehensive health outcomes • State-level innovation can drive national healthcare policy transformation • Personal experience and diverse perspectives are crucial for reimagining healthcare systems To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Dr. Jay Anders welcomes back David Lareau, CEO of Medicomp Systems. Together they discuss a variety of topics and trends, ranging from interoperability to ambient listening technologies, practical uses and considerations of AI and LLMs, the importance of a clinical data source of truth, and multidisciplinary care planning trends in the global market. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Physician CIO on the Value of Clinical IT Support Host: Phil Sobol, Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore Guest: Dr. Patrick Woodard, Chief Information Officer, Monument Health Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

The Hidden Hazards of Surgical Prior Auth Prior authorization for surgical procedures continues to be one of the most frustrating and costly hurdles in the revenue cycle. In this episode, Bo Bowman and Stuart Newsome unpack the hidden hazards that routinely derail authorizations—before a procedure is even scheduled. Drawing on firsthand experience and fresh examples from real-world surgical workflows, they explore the most common pitfalls, including failure to prove medical necessity, inaccurate procedural coding, insufficient documentation, and timing missteps. They also touch on the role automation and AI can play in supporting human teams—helping to surface missing requirements, flag coding mismatches, and push authorizations forward before deadlines hit. Whether you're on the clinical side, in operations, or supporting from RCM or technology, this session will give you a clearer path forward and arm you with the awareness needed to avoid denials, delays, and administrative fatigue.

S1E1: From Med School to CMIO to CIO to AI Leadership On this episode, host Dr. Heather Bassett welcomes her med school friend Dr. Stephanie Lahr. Dr. Lahr recently founded Vital Thread Advisory where she is using her years of experience as a physician, CMIO, CIO and now a healthcare AI leader and advisor. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

The Power of Storytelling - One Tribal Health Center Shares How They're Building Financial Stability Reservation leveraged solutions from NextGen Healthcare to achieve a significant improvement in A/R days, no-show rates, and other financial metrics. Colville's director of health and human services, Casey-Stanger Moore, GCHA, MPA, and revenue cycle manager, Amy Church, CRCR, address some of the unique challenges faced in the tribal health settings and share tips for overcoming resistance to change. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Episode 72 Honoring Culture in Care: Filipino Values in Healthcare (Part 2) On this episode they explore the complexities of trust, cultural values, and intergenerational dynamics within the Filipino community, especially in accessing mental health and healthcare services. They discuss how deep-rooted traditions like family obligation, community support, and the stigma surrounding mental health influence care-seeking behaviors across generations. Through community-driven initiatives like Little Manila Rising, they highlight how culturally rooted, trauma-informed approaches—such as engaging churches, honoring ancestral spaces, and providing culturally competent care—foster healing, advocacy, and stronger relationships between healthcare providers and the community. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Justin invites back John Halamka, MD, MS and Paul Cerrato, MA to discuss their latest book Transform. This is part 2 of a 2 episodes. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this speciall episode Tom Foley reviews the Impact of an AI Health Assistant as a tool for consumers, members, and patients to support self-management objectives. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Hosts Colin Hung and John Lynn discuss Buy or Sell: Medical AI Assistant Edition. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode, host Adam Russo welcomes Michael Tremblay, DO, President of Action Medicine DPC. Dr. Tremblay is Adam's personal Driect Primary Care Physician in Massachuesetts. Dr. Tremblay shares the differences of his practice from the traditional insurace based primary care model. They also discuss what is happening with the state legislature and trying to remove the HMO hold on referals to their network specialist. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Female Founder Series By Carly Healy on Why Workplace Wellness Just Became Your Competitive Advantage Join Megan Antonelli and Carly Marino-Healy, founder of Marino Wellness, as they reveal how a precision approach to wellness is revolutionizing corporate culture. Discover why leading digital health companies like Headspace and Talkspace choose Carly's marketplace model over traditional wellness vendors, and learn the strategic framework that transforms employee wellbeing from cost center to profit driver. As healthcare costs rise and talent retention becomes critical, workplace wellness technology is shifting from nice-to-have perk to essential business infrastructure. Learn how to position your organization ahead of this transformation. • Master the specific metrics that prove recruitment, retention, and productivity gains from wellness technology investments •Maintain effective wellness initiatives during economic uncertainty while demonstrating measurable business value to leadership • Seamlessly incorporate mental health platforms into existing wellness infrastructure to capture growing employer investments •Deliver personalized wellness experiences across global workforces using marketplace models versus traditional point solutions •Identify which emerging health technologies will drive next-generation workplace wellness and employee engagement strategies To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode host Tony Schueth sits down with two of the industry's sharpest minds leading the charge to fix one of health IT's most persistent headaches: digital consent management. Janice Reese, Senior Consultant at Point-of-Care Partners and Program Manager for the FHIR at Scale Taskforce (FAST), and Mohammad Jafari, Co-Lead of FAST's Consent Work, offer an unflinching look at why consent is still so messy—and what it'll take to make it scalable, interoperable, and actually work for patients. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Ericka Adler is joined by Roetzel litigation shareholder Michael Scotti to explore a growing and deeply concerning issue in healthcare: patients using threats, such as negative online reviews, malpractice claims, or regulatory complaints, as leverage to demand refunds or free services. Together, they unpack the legal and ethical complexities of responding to extortion attempts involving online platforms like Google and Facebook, understanding the difference between defamation and disparagement and how to respond to both. They also discuss navigating HIPAA restrictions when addressing public criticism, knowing when to involve your malpractice carrier or legal counsel, structuring settlements with non-disparagement clauses and patient termination protocols, and handling threats of complaints to state licensing boards. Whether you're a physician, dentist, or healthcare administrator, this episode offers practical legal strategies to protect your reputation, your license, and your peace of mind in an increasingly digital world. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Modernizing Healthcare: How Cloud Adoption Drives Real Patient Outcomes On this episode, Jeremy Marut, Founder and CEO of Sublimation Health talks to host Ben Hilmes about how his decades of experience in hospital IT led him to build a company that helps health systems shift from managing infrastructure to delivering meaningful solutions. They explore what it takes to overcome fear and uncertainty around cloud migration, why cost transparency matters, and how to reframe technical debt as an opportunity for reinvention. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode Justin invites back John Halamka, MD, MS and Paul Cerrato, MA to discuss their latest book Transform. This is part 1 of a 2 episodes. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Ep 130- Value-Based Shift: Inside the CMS TEAM Transformation On this episode Dan explores the newly introduced the CMS Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM)—a mandatory five-year, episode-based pricing model, informed by earlier initiatives from the CMS Innovation Center. Designed to cover high-volume, high-cost surgical procedures, TEAM represents a significant shift in how hospitals and providers approach bundled payments. Join Dan and special guest Lucy Zielinski, an expert in value-based programs and HCC coding, as they unpack what the TEAM model entails and what participating hospitals must do to prepare for the January 1, 2026 implementation. Gain insights how this model influences financial performance, drives care coordination redesign, and introduces new incentives and penalties. Whether you are a healthcare leader, provider, or payer, don't miss this overview of one of CMS's initiatives shaping the future of value-based care. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Matt Fisher talks Adam Russo, Esq., CEO, The Phia Group, about the definition of self-funded health plans; need for better education and knowledge in plan administration; impediments to cost containment; impact of awareness and understanding in building plans. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Join host Gregg Masters on this special episode with Jim Tate as they dive into the upcoming MAPS Psychedelic Science 2025 conference—from June 16–20th in Denver, CO. They explore the evolving science and policy landscape around psychedelic-assisted therapies for trauma and mental health, with a special focus on veterans and first responders. Tune in to hear insights on MDMA and psilocybin trials, federal and VA implementation, peer support models, and the role of community and cultural healing. With voices from researchers, practitioners, and lived-experience advocates, this episode previews what promises to be a transformative moment in public health. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Guest: Dinakar Munagala, Co-Founder and CEO of Blaize Revolutionizing AI at the Edge Discussion: Blaze Origin Story: Co-founded by Dinakar Munagala, Blaze emerged recognizing traditional GPUs not ideal for AI Low-power AI needs outside data centers at the 'edge' Blaze specializes in edge processing, enabling AI on devices like cameras and medical tools where real-time decisions are critical Hardware & Software with new chip architecture tailored for low-power, on-device AI Paired with user-friendly software to overcome deployment barriers Real-world use cases include COVID-19 detection from X-rays, early cancer detection from retina scans, and fall monitoring in elder care Human-AI Synergy augmenting professionals—not replacing them—while making AI accessible, scalable, and secure To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Threats to healthcare facilities and staff are ocurring with increasing frequency. The types of threats continue to expand. On this episode host Jim Tate sits down with Travis Leonardi, CEO & Founder of SOS Technologies to explore a novel approach from SOS Technologies which has developed a SmartSOS, a fully integrated threat management platform. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Six Shifts Shaping RCM Influenced by AI Agents In 2025, revenue cycle management is being reshaped by the rapid advancement of automation and the emergence of intelligent AI agents. This session explores six major shifts that are redefining how healthcare providers manage claims, denials, eligibility, and financial performance — all through the lens of AI-enabled transformation. Built from real conversations with revenue cycle leaders, clinical teams, and healthcare finance professionals, this session offers a strategic breakdown of where RCM is headed and what's holding organizations back. From the transition to platform-first strategies, to the increasing need for secure and resilient infrastructure, to the rethinking of workforce models around digital assistance — we'll dive into the practical realities shaping today's automation landscape. With AI agents now acting as collaborators, not just tools, healthcare organizations are beginning to realize new efficiencies, enhanced compliance, and measurable ROI. This session goes beyond hype and gets into how automation is truly impacting day-to-day revenue operations. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Episode 71 When Communities Lead: Little Manila Rising's Blueprint for Health and Healing On this episode they explore the powerful story of Little Manila Rising, an organization founded to preserve the Filipino American legacy in Stockton, California, and uplift the South Stockton community. Hear how founders rallied local residents to prevent the destruction of historic neighborhoods and created a movement rooted in ancestral legacy, heart-centered activism, and holistic care. Learn about programs tackling health inequities, environmental justice, mental health, and youth development, all shaped by listening to community needs. Through initiatives like the Healing PUSO project and ECHO, we witness how blending Western and traditional Filipino healing practices, offering free clinics, and providing culturally responsive mental health support have made a tangible impact. Centering community voices and advocating for policy change, Little Manila Rising exemplifies the importance of accessible, culturally anchored healthcare that truly cares for the whole person. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode host Fred Goldstein invites Joe Honcz, from C4I consulting and an AMCP Board Member to discuss AI and its potential uses in Managed Care Pharmacy. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode host Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests.This week his guests are Carl Brown, General Manager Business Development at Supermicro and Tony Black, Global Director, Healthcare, Privacy & Digital Transformation at Kyndryl. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this inaugural episode, host Adam Russo welcomes Jeffrey S. Gold MD, owner and physician of Gold Direct Care PC to discuss Direct Primary Care (DPC). Dr. Gold explains what DPC is along with sharing his insights on why he transitioned to DPC and how it has allowed him to engage with his patients in a way that traditional insurance-based primary care did not and never could. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Hosts Colin Hung and John Lynn discuss Radiology Image Sharing and AI-Enabled Patient Action in the Reputation Economy. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Greening the Grid: How NYC's Keith Kerman is Electrifying the Nation's Largest Fleet On this episode Gil Bashe welcomes Keith Kerman, New York City's Chief Fleet Officer and Deputy Commissioner at DCAS. Keith leads the transformation of the city's 30,000+ vehicle fleet—making it a model for climate-forward, tech-enabled urban mobility. From electric vehicles and real-time telematics to sustainability benchmarks and air quality improvements, Keith outlines how smart municipal fleet management can deliver major public health dividends. It's a must-listen for city leaders, healthcare innovators, and anyone curious about the intersection of climate action, health equity, and urban infrastructure. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

S2E9: Building Your Personal CISO Brand Host: Frank Cutitta Guest: Lisa Gallagher, Cybersecurity Advisor, CHIME To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

From Vision to Reality: Building Smart Hospitals That Actually Work Healthcare expert Lorren Pettit shares insights on how hospitals are transforming from basic digital systems to AI-powered smart healthcare environments, covering real-world applications and implementation challenges. Key Takeaways: • Beyond basic digitization - Hospitals are progressing toward predictive, AI-driven care using new maturity models that guide smart technology adoption. • Southeast Asia leads adoption - Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines are pioneering smart hospital development, often outpacing traditional markets. • AI shows real results - Successful applications include medical imaging, radiology diagnostics, and automated revenue cycle management. • Culture drives success - Technology implementation requires addressing staff resistance and cultural change, not just new systems. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Oklahoma Heart Hospital and Their 11 Month Epic Implementation Host: Phil Sobol, Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore Guests: David Miles, Chief Information Officer and Jim Wetzel, Director of Clinical Systems, from Oklahoma Heart Hospital Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Staying Ahead In The AI Arms Race With Payors As artificial intelligence takes a front seat in revenue cycle operations, providers are confronting a fast-changing landscape shaped by payor-driven automation. Denials are being issued in seconds. Post-payment reviews are ramping up. And compliance, once a back-office function, is now a strategic necessity. In this special Office Hours session, Stuart Newsome distills the most important insights from his AAPC HEALTHCON presentation and a prior HFMA segment—delivering a clear-eyed look at the AI arms race between payors and providers. The session will examine how payors are deploying AI to control costs, how providers can avoid costly compliance missteps, and what governance structures are needed to keep automation accountable. Attendees will leave with a practical understanding of the risks and remedies surrounding AI in healthcare RCM, plus actionable steps to build resilient compliance programs that evolve with the technology. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Host Ericka Adler sits down with Treasa Moran, Financial Advisor at Anchor Point Wealth Advisors, to discuss the unique financial challenges and opportunities facing healthcare professionals. From managing student debt and planning for retirement, to understanding the emotional side of money, this episode is packed with insights for physicians, dentists, and other providers at every stage of their careers. Highlights include how emotions influence financial decisions, building your personal financial advisory team, strategies for budgeting, investing, and protecting your assets and why early planning is key to long-term success. Tune in to gain empowering financial strategies tailored to the healthcare field. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Episode 140: Inside the HSPA Certification Exam Process What goes into creating a certification exam? Quite a bit more than you might think. On this episode, Kevin and Adam sit down with HSPA's Siri Sorenson to unpack the process behind certification exams—from their development to delivery. Tune in to learn why certification matters, which options are available, and how these high-stakes assessments are carefully crafted for Sterile Processing professionals. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode Tom invites Adam V. Russo, Esq., Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Phia Group, LLC. and founder and managing partner of The Law Offices of Russo & Minchoff. Adam and Tom discuss the newly released MAHA report that will drive HHS policy on making Americans health again. Tom also announces Adam's new show on Healthcare NOW Radio, Health Cent$. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

As hospitals and health systems continue to evolve in value-based care, optimizing the post-acute recovery process has become a top priority. On this episode Dan is joined by Diane Shifley, Assistant Vice President of Population Health and Post-Acute Services at a major Chicago health system to discuss how robust transitions-in-care programs can drive better patient outcomes. She shares insights on the critical role of early patient evaluation—whether at hospital admission or pre-surgery—in shaping effective transitions. They explore how transitional care models that include post-acute facilities and home care can reduce readmission rates, improve patient satisfaction, and control post-acute costs. This episode offers actionable strategies to strengthen your transitions-in-care to support patients through successful recovery. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests.This week his guests are Dr. Eric Quiñones, Chief Healthcare Advisor at World Wide Technology, and Nicole Roskill, Director of Partnerships at Help Scout. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Tom Testa sits down with Karly Rowe, President Provider Business Unit at Inovalon a company that provides cloud-based SaaS solutions empowering data-driven healthcare. Inovalon will be attending HFMA 2025 in Denver launching their new product. Their team will showcase and demo the new registration workflow product at Booth 207 during the HFMA Annual Conference. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Breaking Free from Healthcare's Escape Room: Tom Lawry on AI Strategy and Systemic Hope Tom Lawry, Microsoft's former Director for AI in Health and Life Sciences and author of the new book Health Care Nation, joins us to discuss moving beyond healthcare fatalism toward actionable reform. Named one of 20 people transforming healthcare through practical AI applications, Lawry reveals how leaders can escape the industry's design flaws through strategic technology deployment and "micro-dosing hope." Essential listening for executives ready to move from critique to implementation. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Host Matthew Fisher speaks with Kent Dicks, CEO and Founder, Life365, about Impact of remote monitoring and evolution of technology; important of predictive, proactive, personalized, prioritized, and preventive care; removal of friction points for clinicians and patients. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode host Carol Flagg welcomes Irene Lecker, PhD, Director of Strategy at Supreme Optimization, part of Supreme Group. She joins Carol to talk about strategies for generating high quality sales leads using the LinkedIn advertising platform. Be sure to check out the agency's ebook "The Life Science Marketer's Complete Guide To LinkedIn Ads" here: https://www.supremeopti.com/linkedin-ebook/ To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

IBD 3 Part Series On this Part 3 of 3 episode host Fred Goldstein invites Dr. Christine Frissora, gastroenterologist and associate professor of clinical medicine, at The NY Presbyterian Cornell University Medical Center and Dr. Ken Schaecher, chief medical officer emeritus, University of Utah Health Plans and chief medical officer at a regional health plan and practicing general internal medicine specialist. On this episode the doctors share a study on the costs savings associated with using the VibrantGastro system and information for payers. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

The new UI is no UI - How AI is Transforming the EHR and other Core Solutions NextGen Healthcare's CEO David Sides hosts a fascinating conversation with Diane Kaye, chief product officer, and Sanjeev Kumar, PH.D., chief analytics officer. They discuss how the healthtech industry is leveraging AI to remove sources of friction for providers and enable reimagined workflows that lead to better healthcare outcomes for all. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Episode 70 The Power of Story and Faith: Islamic Trauma Healing in Practice On this episode they dive into the origins, structure, and impact of Islamic Trauma Healing—a community-driven, lay-led mental health intervention designed for Muslim communities, particularly Afghans and Somalis who have experienced significant trauma. Joining host Raj Sundar are Mohammed Haroon, an Afghan mental health counselor and research coordinator, and Jake Bentley, a clinical psychologist from the University of Washington. They explore the barriers many Muslim refugees face with Western mental health services, how Islamic Trauma Healing uniquely integrates faith, community narratives, and evidence-based trauma care, and what sessions look like in practice. They discuss the training process for community leaders, the intervention's positive effects—both academically and through personal testimonials—and address how culturally contextualized models like this can help reduce stigma and foster healing. Finally, they consider possibilities for broader dissemination and adaptation of the model to other communities. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode host Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests. This week his guests are Matthew Dietz, Global AI Leader at Cisco, and Normand Champigny, Co-Founder, Managing Partner at Azentys. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen