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

How do you plan for the future when the only constant is change? On this episode, host Dr. Travis Bias sits down with Jeffrey Rogers, a leading voice in futures thinking, to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and careers far beyond clinical tools. They dive into the importance of active noticing and how you can balance immediate priorities with a long-term vision. Jeffrey shares his expertise on embracing uncertainty as an opportunity rather than a risk, offering practical insights on leveraging AI responsibly to augment your work. 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

Dr. Anders interviews Jolie Ritzo, MPH, CEO of Civitas Networks for Health, to discuss the realities of nationwide interoperability and the role of trusted data intermediaries. Ritzo shares her path from rural public health to national policy leadership and explains how health information exchanges support governance, data quality, and trust at scale. Their conversation explores federal initiatives, AI-driven data use, patient data portability, and why progress depends as much on relationships as 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

Better Implementation: Northwest Specialty Hospital CEO's Strategy On Innovation Host: Phil Sobol, Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore Guest: Rick Rasmussen, Chief Executive Officer at Northwest Specialty 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

EMR upgrades, clearinghouse changes, and AI automation are reshaping revenue cycle operations, but they can also disrupt cash flow if not carefully managed. This episode focuses on maintaining revenue continuity during system transitions, highlighting where delays commonly occur, how AI automation fits into modern workflows, and what operational safeguards help ensure revenue continues to flow through 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

How Viome's Systems Biology Approach Unlocks Preventive Health Dr. Momo Vuyisich, cofounder of Viome, shares how the concept of systems biology helps us understand prevention, how chronic disease and cancer start years before any symptoms emerge, and where precision health is making some pretty incredible new strides.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Amazon One Medical's new Health AI agent. How does this tool stack up against ChatGPT and Claude's latest healthcare tools, and what does it signal to us to have a third major consumer health AI announcement in the last two weeks?  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 and Signal Intelligence On this episode host Adam Turinas dives into the critical first pillar of using AI to grow your pipeline: signal intelligence. He explains why interpreting patterns of behavior across entire accounts is far more valuable than simple lead scoring or tracking individual clicks. 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

Ready. Set. Go. It's Time to Think Bigger About AI in Healthcare We've officially turned the corner. With AI solutions dominating nearly half of all health IT purchases last year, the question is no longer "if," but "what's next?" Join Beth Friedman on FINN Voices for a deep dive with one of the most respected voices in the industry, Mark Hagland. Together, they look past the standard use cases to examine how AI is fundamentally reshaping care delivery at scale—with a specific focus on the clinical breakthroughs in radiology and cardiology. Finally, Mark shares the "Pioneer's Playbook": six common traits of prominent IT leaders. Learn why the most successful executives are moving away from reactive adoption and toward a future-focused, strategic AI roadmap. 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

January News You Can Use The AI Will See You Now (Please Double-Check Its Work) AI medical tools like Open Evidence are valuable but must be used critically; Trust nothing and verify all outputs, as they require expert supervision. New AI healthcare entrants, such as those from Amazon and OpenAI, bring potential but also risks of outdated or inaccurate guidance; Wearable health devices (e.g., Apple Watch) risk overwhelming clinics with false positives, especially among the "worried well." Health risk calculators and AI should supplement, not replace, individualized care guided by a physician's expertise. The healthcare system faces deep issues, from EMR/data abuse lawsuits to unsustainable insurance that offers poor coverage and strains emergency 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

On this episode Dan explores how AI can be used to address one of healthcare's most complex challenges: evaluating and managing value-based contracts. Drawing on real-world experience, Daniel shares how Lumina Health Partners has leveraged AI to develop a performance model that connects contract design with operational outcomes across clinically integrated networks, ACOs, and other value-based arrangements. Joined by Eddie Diaz, a data scientist with more than 15 years of experience in value-based care analytics, the discussion highlights how AI can bring clarity to attribution, risk, quality, and financial performance to help CFOs, CMOs, and managed care leaders better understand contract opportunities, risks, and results. Together, they explore how AI can move beyond hype to deliver real, actionable value in value-based care contracts. 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 Shahrzad Jalali, PsyD, Founder, Align Remedy about Trauma informed care and recognizing trauma can be accumulation of small events; understanding the psychological immune system and that each person responds to events differently; understanding suicide risk and driving connection to support; improving public health and awareness to remove stigma. 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 Wins in Healthcare: Administrative Automation, Revenue Cycle, and the Future of Intelligent Care Healthcare administrative costs consume 25-30% of total spending, yet most AI investments focus on clinical applications rather than operational efficiency. Dr. Yan Chow of Automation Anywhere discusses proven AI use cases delivering measurable ROI today, from revenue cycle management and EOB processing to automated clinical documentation while exploring emerging conversational AI capabilities reshaping patient and provider interactions. As health systems face continued margin pressure, Chow examines where automation investments generate immediate returns versus longer-term strategic value. He addresses the “art of the possible” in administrative AI, implementation realities for enterprise deployments, and why the next wave of healthcare AI may be less about diagnosis and more about eliminating the administrative burden strangling clinical workflows. 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 and Gregg welcome one of the most consequential physician-leaders of the modern era, Robert Pearl, MD. A former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group, Stanford faculty member, bestselling author, and leading voice on the future of AI-enabled medicine, Dr. Pearl joins the program to explore why American healthcare remains trapped in a “sick care” model, and why, for the first time, we now possess the technological and organizational tools to escape it. 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

S1E9: Shiny Objects, Empty Promises: How IT Leaders Can Stop Glossy Tech From Clouding Good Judgment On this episode, Tamer Baker speaks with Matt Castle, a seasoned IT leader with more than 20 years in healthcare. Matt shares insights from his career at Children's Health System of Texas and beyond, and they discuss the pitfalls of chasing "shiny new objects" in technology. Together they explore challenges with overhyped IT solutions, advise on proper evaluation methods, and offer concrete strategies to avoid falling victim to overpromises and underdelivery. 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 of The Dish on Health IT, host Tony Schueth, CEO of Point-of-Care Partners (POCP), is joined by colleagues Mary Griskewicz, Regulatory Resource Center Lead, and Janice Reese, Senior Consultant and Program Manager of FHIR at Scale Taskforce (FAST), for a wide-ranging discussion on two major proposed rules released in mid-December 2025: the HTI-5 proposed rule from the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) and CMS's latest proposal on healthcare price transparency. 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 can extract data from documents, but making that data usable, reliable, and scalable is where most efforts fall apart. Charu Nevatia, VP of Automation, explores why AI document capture isn't plug and play and what it really takes to operationalize it in healthcare. 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 show kicks off the year with an episode on RCM Marketing in 2026, and specifically how credibility, AI and buyer expectations are requiring a new approach. Joining her for this discussion is Stuart Newsome, Vice President of RCM Insights at Infinx. Stuart is also the host of the popular podcast, Revenue Cycle Optimized. Learn more about him and Infinx at: https://www.infinx.com 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

WebPT Founder on Trends Shaping Outpatient Care Dr. Heidi Jannenga, co-founder and chief clinical officer at WebPT, shares lessons and trends from the forefront of outpatient rehab therapy, including the latest AI-based clinical decision support tools, successes from digitizing home exercise programs, and the shift back to clinician-centered models.  All that, plus our latest Shout Out to those working on digital front doors.  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 Raj Sundar and guest Luis Padilla discuss what culturally responsive care really means for underserved communities and how technology, especially AI, can create more equitable solutions in healthcare. They reflect on the challenge of finding tools that expand care teams and deepen patient trust without losing the essential personal touch of community health centers. They talk candidly about the intersection of technology, ROI, and ethics—asking what true success looks like when serving vulnerable populations. Co-design and collaboration with communities are at the heart of our conversation, as we discuss ways tech can scale privilege and raise the quality of care, like improving language access through AI-driven translation services. They also confront the limits of technology and the need for policy change, sharing practical examples from our work and finding hope in partnerships that lead to meaningful innovation. 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/

Right-Sized ABM with Brianna Miller On this episode host Adam Turinas welcomes Brianna Miller, the Director of Demand Generation at Cohere Health, to tackle one of my favorite subjects, Account-Based Marketing (ABM).They discuss why ABM does not have to be a massive investment in time and dollars. 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 first time guest, Kevin Crosby, Managing Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences at TestMu AI. With over thirty years of experience in the provider, payer and Life Sciences spaces, Kevin focuses on helping organizations bring software to market with confidence by leveraging AI to automate software engineering. Justin and Kevin share insights on AI leadership in healthcare today. 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 Fred welcomes Nick van Terheyden, MD, ACPA-C (Dr. Nick) a digital health leader and CEO of Med Claims Compliance for a wide-ranging conversation on what it will take to turn today's AI hype into measurable healthcare value. Dr. Nick shares a pragmatic lens: start with the problem, map the workflow, then decide whether AI belongs in the solution and if so, what guardrails are non-negotiable. The discussion explores the real risks of generative AI (including confident “hallucinations”), the importance of transparency and accountability, and why “bolt-on” AI tools often fail when they ignore clinical realities. They also pivot to a vivid example of system strain: prescription access and cost—where refills can become “friction by design,” and where programs like Utah's PEHP “pharmacy tourism” reveal how extreme U.S. drug pricing has become. Finally, they unpack what GLP-1 weight-loss medications are teaching us about chronic-care economics and the predictable rebound after discontinuation." 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 4 Intriguing Healthcare IT Stats. 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

How Health Coaching & Testing Give You Answers Your Doctor Doesn't Have The founders of Forevity Health, Taylor Wright and Josh Hall, discuss their mission to make preventive health more obtainable, the evolution of health coaching and longevity, and what they're learning about consumer health behaviors that might surprise you.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the launch of Claude for Healthcare. As the counterpart to ChatGPT's announcement just days prior, how is Anthropic's tool positioning itself to help health consumers, and what should we be paying attention to as the GenAI healthcare wars are at a fever pitch?  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 Alex Houle, Asst.VP, Provider Relations at The Phia Group. The discussion covers the differences between hospital and freestanding radiology centers, with examples of varying MRI costs and negotiated rates, while exploring how billing practices and reimbursement rates impact patient costs. Alex shares experiences in healthcare negotiations and predicts future trends in healthcare costs, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and potential AI solutions to help consumers navigate healthcare expenses. 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

Consumer Trust in AI Mental Health Monitoring: The Surveillance Paradox in Behavioral Healthcare Host: Megan Antonelli Guest: Andy Flanagan, CEO, Iris Telehealth Nearly half of Americans would accept 24/7 AI monitoring of their facial expressions, voice patterns, and typing behaviors for early mental health intervention, a striking finding that challenges assumptions about privacy in behavioral healthcare. Join host Megan Antonelli and her guest Andy Flanagan, CEO of Iris Telehealth, who discusses groundbreaking consumer research revealing the complex relationship between AI acceptance and human oversight in mental health care. With 73% demanding humans make final emergency decisions, the data exposes a critical gap between consumer readiness, regulatory frameworks, and provider capabilities. Flanagan explores what this means for healthcare technology investment strategies as behavioral health AI moves from pilot to production. 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/

S1E8: AI in Chronic Disease Management, with Oren Nissim On this episode, host Dr. Heather Bassett welcomes Oren Nissim, CEO and Co-Founder of Brook Health, a healthcare technology company focused on AI-driven remote care for chronic diseases. Oren shares his personal experience with Type 2 Diabetes and explains how his background in technology and sensors led him to develop Brook's platform, which uses data analytics and clinical insights to help patients manage their conditions. Oren and Heather discuss the importance of addressing both medical and psychological aspects of chronic conditions, and Oren reveals exciting new ways the company is personalizing patient journeys. 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

CES '26 Digital Health Tour New wearables and connected personal health devices dominated the digital health hall at CES '26. Jared gives you a tour of what caught his eye, including news from Bhuvan Srinivasan, Chief Business Officer at Ultrahuman, Bruno Carriel, Head of Product Development at Withings, and Jonathon Baggia, Global Marketing Manager for Renpho.  All that, plus our Shout Out to listeners in the GLP-1 space.  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 payors increasingly use AI to review documentation and accelerate denials, radiology practices must adapt. This session explores how stronger documentation, AI-supported workflows, and proactive compliance strategies can reduce preventable denials and protect revenue in an evolving payer landscape. 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 Angela Luong, PharmD, Senior Clinical Consultant at Pharmaceutical Strategies Group in this last installment of our rare disease series. Our discussion focuses on the burden of sickle cell disease, chronic pain management, limited treatment options, and the implications for managed care programs, including the use of data and care coordination to improve patient outcomes. This activity is supported by an independent medical education grant from Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. AMCP offers CPE for this podcast through December 31, 2026. For additional information and to claim credit, please visit: The Power of Partnership: Bridging Patients and Payers in Sickle Cell Disease Management. 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 healthcare leaders look ahead to 2026, the pace of change shows no signs of slowing. From the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence and evolving site-of-service regulations to new federal policy signals and leadership shifts in Washington, the strategic pressures facing providers, including hospitals and medical groups, are intensifying. On this episode Dan sits down with Chris Collins, President and CEO of ECG Management Consultants, to reflect on the defining forces of 2025 and explore what healthcare leaders must be prepared for in 2026. Drawing on more than 25 years of advising health systems, academic medical centers, and physician enterprises nationwide, Chris offers perspective on emerging trends, strategic risks, and the leadership priorities that will matter most in the year ahead. Together, they unpack how provider organizations can navigate regulatory uncertainty, harness innovation responsibly, and position themselves for long-term success in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape. 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 Doctor to Healer: Redefining Care in the Age of AI In this episode, host Erica Olenski interviews Dr. Keith Grimes, founder of Curistica and a leading voice in global digital health innovation. Together they explore how generative AI, ambient voice tools, and a shift in mindset are reshaping what it means to care for patients. From the philosophical to the practical, Dr. Grimes shares why the future of healthcare is not just about better technology. It is about reclaiming the human side of medicine and empowering anyone to build safe, smart health solutions. 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

S1E8: Killing Passwords, Building Trust: Modern Identity Security in Healthcare On this episode of We Have Trust Issues, our hosts dive into the intersections of modern identity security and clinician workflows with Joel Burleson-Davis, CTO of Imprivata. Joel discusses transformative strategies like passwordless authentication, mobile workflows, and AI-powered solutions that enhance both clinician productivity and security. Discover how healthcare organizations can build trust and improve efficiency without sacrificing data protection. For more insights, listen to Imprivata's podcast, Access Point, exploring cybersecurity and operational strategies in critical industries. 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 Theresa Meadows, CIO in Residence, symplr about administrative and operational burdens facing healthcare organizations; focusing on effective ways to deploy and implement technlogy to avoid adding to burdens; considerations for bridging gaps between clinical and IT groups; importance of building relationships to foster trust. 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 and Gregg welcome Mendel Erlenwein, Founder & CEO of CareCo and CEO of Previva Health Group, to unpack why care coordination is the hidden engine of value-based care, and why AI's most important job in healthcare may be restoring time, trust, and humanity to the patient relationship. They explore Mendel's “brain amplifies heart” thesis, the operational realities of chronic care management and care transitions, and why CMS's newly announced ACCESS Model signals a faster move toward outcome-aligned, technology-supported care in Original Medicare. 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

The AI Pipeline Growth Gap On this episode host Adam Turinas is kicking off a new series with a simple warning: mind the gap. Specifically, he is addressing the AI Pipeline Growth Gap, which is the massive disconnect between using AI for tactical content creation and using it to actually generate revenue. 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

Ready to Change the World? Bring Healthcare Access to Schools Onmed CEO Karthik Ganesh joins Alan Washington, President and CEO of 22Beacon, and Earl Martin Phalen, Founder and CEO of Phalen Leadership Academies, for an inspiring exploration of the connection between healthcare access, academic performance, and success in life.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the announcement of ChatGPT Health. Why is the consumer point of view underrepresented in how the provider community is responding, and why is it important to lead with optimism as we learn how it works?  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 special preview episode of Voices of Self Funding, co-host Tom Testa sits down with Ron Peck, Chief Legal Officer at The Phia Group, to discuss his highly anticipated session at Executive Forum 2026: “Fiduciary Gotchas and the Company You Keep.” From revenue-sharing arrangements to PBM contracts and vendor disclosures, Ron shares what TPAs need to know now as courts and regulators sharpen their focus on fiduciary responsibilities. With plaintiff attorneys getting more creative and DOL audits on the rise, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to protect their business and stay compliant. Catch the full session live at Executive Forum 2026 — register today to reserve your seat and join the industry's most important conversations. 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/

When to Trust the Machine: AI Decision-Making in Healthcare with Professor Vasant Dhar Host Megan Antonelli Guest: Vasant Dhar, Author, Thinking With Machines: The Brave New World of AI Join host Megan Antonelli and her guest Professor Vasant Dhar, Author, Thinking With Machines: The Brave New World of AI for part one of a two-part interview. As AI systems increasingly influence clinical decisions, healthcare leaders face a critical question: When can we safely rely on AI, and when must human judgment remain in the loop? Professor Dhar delivers a practical framework for evaluating AI reliability, recognizing model blind spots, and designing guardrails that actually work, offering rare clarity on the tension between rapidly advancing AI capabilities and our ability to evaluate their trustworthiness. 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/

There is a shortage of medical coders, not just in the U.S. but around the globe. On this episode host Michael Ristau is joined by University of Brussels Hospital's Dr. Karen Pien as she dives into the future of medical coding. They explore how automation can reduce repetitive tasks, address coder shortages and free experts to focus on complex cases. Learn how hospitals can leverage AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy and financial outcomes. 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

Faxes still sit at the center of referrals, orders, and authorizations by quietly slowing care, overwhelming staff, and delaying revenue. In this live demo, Stuart Newsome and Jonathan Aguiar show how AI agents transform document intake from a manual bottleneck into a reliable, scalable foundation for revenue performance. 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 ROI of Consumer Experience Orchestration Join hosts Jared Johnson and Zain Ismail with Praia Health CEO Justin Dearborn and VP of Strategy & Operations Doug Grapski discussing the greatest opportunities for health systems to lead out in orchestrating consumer experiences. Don't know what that means? Doug describes it at a 3rd-grade level.  All that, plus a rapid fire round and the first of our new Shout Out segments.  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/

Ericka Adler is joined by fellow shareholder Jonna Eimer to discuss concierge practices, how they differ from traditional practices and some of the unique challenges presented in drafting appropriate corporate documents. Ericka and Jonna explain what a concierge or boutique-style, membership-based practice is and why it differs from a traditional medical practice, especially when it comes to governance documents, compensation arrangements and exit strategies. They also discuss how practices handle membership fees, what can happen when a physician leaves and why planning for notice, replacement coverage and insurance can be critical. If you are part of a concierge practice, thinking of starting one or applying standard practice documents to a concierge model, this episode highlights the issues you need to be thinking about. 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 Janna Evans, Director of Pharmacy Sales Support at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, as they continue their rare disease series with a focus on hemophilia and the substantial clinical, financial, and psychosocial burdens it places on patients and families. We discuss how health plans manage high-cost therapies, balance individualized patient needs with access requirements, and navigate prior authorization and step-therapy processes. Janna also highlights the need for better patient-reported outcomes, the day-to-day impact of the disease, and the broader considerations for employers and caregivers within managed care. This activity is supported by an independent medical education grant from Genentech Inc., and Pfizer Inc. AMCP offers CPE for this podcast through December 31, 2026. For additional information and to claim credit, please visit: ⁠The Power of Partnership: Bridging Patients and Payers in Hemophilia Management. 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 Raj Sundar explores the intersection of rural health and culturally responsive care, highlighting how geography shapes healthcare experiences for the 65 million Americans living in rural areas. They dive into the transformative potential of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Fund, discussing how states are listening to diverse communities, including tribal populations, to design context-specific solutions. Through conversations with policy leaders from United States of Care, they examine the importance of turning community voices into actionable policy, break down the practical opportunities for clinicians to advocate and engage, and spotlight how coordinated change at every level—from exam room care to state legislation—can make healthcare more person-centered, affordable, and equitable. 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 2026 Reality Check on Health Policy Changes and Market Shifts The one constant in healthcare is change. From shifting policy to market fluctuations, the landscape demands that health IT vendors and providers remain agile. Join host Beth Friedman and Matt Wildman, Chief Commercial Officer at MRO, as they analyze five pivotal industry shifts defining 2026: OBBA, interoperability, value-based care, clinical research, and AI. With over 50 years of combined industry expertise, Beth and Matt explore why progress in these areas has historically lagged—and what leaders should expect in the coming year. The bottom line? Your organization's data is more critical than ever before. Tune in to discover how to leverage yours for a competitive advantage. 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

Why Education is Your Best Marketing Strategy for 2026 On this episode host Adam Turinas welcomes John Lynn, Founder and Chief Editor of Healthcare IT Today, back to the show to discuss the significant evolution of sponsored content in our industry. On this episode, they explore how the market has shifted away from simple display advertising toward educational storytelling that builds genuine trust with buyers. 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

Year-End Reality Check: Public Health, Medicare Advantage, and the Limits of AI. 2025 Year-End Reflections is a candid, unscripted look at the biggest shifts shaping population health and covered lives heading into 2026. Gregg and Fred tackle the year's most consequential story first: the destabilization of public health prevention and early warning, and why those blind spots may echo for years. From there, they unpack the affordability fallout of expiring enhanced ACA premium tax credits "QHP" (Qualified Health Plan) sticker shock, the coverage implications of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," Medicare Advantage as an ongoing trust stress test, and where AI realistically helps (admin/workflow) versus where it risks hype, bias, and added burden. 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 Justin Barnes invites Tony Nunes, Senior Manager, Healthcare & Life Sciences at AMD for a look ahead to 2026. Along with a sneak peek at the upcoming conference calendar. 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 Brian Rasnick, President, 90 Degree Benefits, a company that is humanizing healthcare by providing plans that increase savings without sacrificing high-quality care. Brian shares insights on the concept of a monthly family deductible, which aims to address issues with traditional health insurance plans that often result in cost shifting to employees. He described how the current system can lead to healthy individuals leaving insurance plans after facing high out-of-pocket expenses for unexpected claims, while chronically ill individuals remain on the plan. 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 How Will Consumer Health Tech Impact Provider Organizations? 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

Part Two: When to Trust the Machine: AI Decision-Making in Healthcare with Professor Vasant Dhar Join us for part two of a two-part interview with Professor Vasant Dhar, NYU Stern professor, veteran AI researcher, and author of Thinking With Machines: The Brave New World of AI. As AI systems increasingly influence clinical decisions, healthcare leaders face a critical question: When can we safely rely on AI, and when must human judgment remain in the loop? Professor Dhar delivers a practical framework for evaluating AI reliability, recognizing model blind spots, and designing guardrails that actually work, offering rare clarity on the tension between rapidly advancing AI capabilities and our ability to evaluate their trustworthiness. 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/