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On this episode, host Adam Russo welcomes attorney Ron E. Peck, Chief Legal Officer atThe Phia Group. Adam and Ron discuss The Big Beautiful Bill as it relates to changes in healthcare insurance. It is not throwing out ACA but chipping away at it. What are the impacts and opportunities? 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 Telehealth's Next Chapter. 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 Tom invites Mark Khachaturian, CEO of Wellvii Inc., a company that created the world's smallest finger-based blood pressure monitor using Sony's Altair ALT1250 chipset. Mark shares insights on the adifferenciated value of this new (but old) approach to measuring blood pressure with a focus on the consumers view point. 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 special PopHealth Week series, Gregg is joined by fellow Healthcare NOW Radio host of the Tate Chronicles, Jim Tate as they feature select thought leaders, operators, scientists, regulators and innovators engaged in the psychedelic space - from "bench to bedside". This week they shine a spotlight on pioneering religious communities and centers at the forefront of psychedelic-assisted spiritual therapy. They explore the innovative models, clinical protocols, and evidence-driven outcomes contributing to a new era of mental health and spiritual ministry. They speak with Dave Hodges, Founder & Pastor, Church of Ambrosia to the population health community. Pastor Dave has built a multi-pronged movement focusing on safety, education, community, and legal recognition of entheogenic sacraments. By fusing scientific rigor with spiritual guidance and activism, Dave's created a model both pragmatic and profound. To awaken spiritual consciousness and promote healing through the sacramental use of entheogens—primarily psilocybin mushrooms and cannabis—within a safe, supportive, and legally protected religious community. 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
July News You Can Use Overprescribing antibiotics in kids may wreck gut flora and boost obesity risk—correlation, not confirmation; The gut biome may be more powerful than we thought… and we've been nuking it with amoxicillin; HRT got wrongfully demonized thanks to a botched study—women are still paying the price; AI tools like Open Evidence are promising, but blindly trusting them is a fast track to bad decisions; Beware of AI sounding smart, sometimes it's just confidently making stuff up—classic Dunning-Kruger in code. 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 Heather Trafton, President, Evergreen Nephrology, about the evolution of value based care and building infrastructure for success; important role of data for VBC success; differences between VBC focused on primary care and specialty; lessons learned from developing new VBC approaches. 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 Dan Marino explores the evolving role of operating room (OR) nurse leaders within the perioperative service line. As perioperative services become an increasingly important strategic and financial focus for hospitals and health systems, the demand is growing for leaders who can combine clinical expertise with business and operational acumen. Joining the conversation is Cheryl Barratt, a seasoned healthcare consultant with over 30 years of experience in surgical services operations, system integration, and performance improvement. Cheryl discusses how perioperative nurse leaders, while strong clinically, frequently lack the training needed to manage the broader responsibilities of these roles. She shares practical insights into how organizations can support their development with leadership, financial, and strategic competencies that enable them to lead more effectively and drive long-term performance. 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 engages Dr. Rafael Grossmann, trauma surgeon, global digital health thought leader, and the first physician to ever use Google Glass during live surgery. In this compelling conversation, titled "High-Tech, High-Touch: Dr. Rafael Grossmann on Humanizing Healthcare Through Innovation", Dr. Grossmann explores how emerging technologies like augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and immersive learning tools are revolutionizing clinical care and medical education—without losing sight of the human connection at the core of healing. 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 Jim Tate talks to Kristen Valdes, Founder, CEO and Jill DeGraff, SVP of Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, and Compliance at b.well Connected Health. Time to explore the lack of enforcement of information blocking rules and "portalitis". You can definitely expect to hear a clear call for a way forward into true interoperability. 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 Justin continues his diiscussion in Part 2 of 2 with Matt Ethington, CEO of ChronicCareIQ, a company that provides a care management platform designed to improve patient outcomes, optimize reimbursement, and strengthen patient-physician relationships. Justin and Matt discussed the evolution and opportunities in chronic care management, highlighting its growing adoption, financial potential, and role in transitioning to 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
S3E8: What's Trending NOW is Social Determinants of Health: From Buzzword to Bottom Line Strategy. On this episode of Trending NOW, host Shahid Shah engages with Elizabeth Levy, Managing Director at AArete, to unpack the powerful business case for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). Far from being just a feel-good initiative, Levy makes the case that SDOH must become a core payer strategy—cutting costs, improving outcomes, and strengthening risk adjustment. Drawing from AArete's work with over 100 health plans, she shares insights on how SDOH can be operationalized, why it's often misunderstood as "charity," and how advanced analytics and AI can transform SDOH from dashboard data into predictive, proactive care. Tune in to hear how progressive payers are unlocking value from SDOH—today, not someday. 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: John Bou Modio, president and co-founder of Modio Health Doctor, Papers Please! Discussion: Revolutionizing the outdated provider credentialing process that causes delays and inefficiencies across healthcare Current systems take up to 120 days, burdening physicians with redundant paperwork even within the same health networks Using automation and data aggregation to streamline credentialing Modio Health aims to be part of a single source of truth for provider data. Trust and regulatory concerns remain challenges This adds efficiencies to initiatives like a National Provider Database and may help accelerate adoption With AI and continuous credentialing on the horizon, the next 5–10 years could bring faster, cost-effective systems that let doctors focus on care, not bureaucracy 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
S2E11: Zero Trust, Quantum Threats, and the Digital Health Security Mandate: A CHIME x DigiCert Deep Dive Host: Frank Cutitta Guest: Mike Nelson, Global VP Digital Trust, DigiCert 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 Scott Bennett, Esq., Executive Vice President, Provider Relations, The Phia Group. Adam and Scott discuss how and how fast AI is changing healthcare for payers, providers, and patients. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”.
Host Dan Marino continues the conversation on CMS's mandatory TEAM Model (Transforming Episode Accountability Model) — a five-year episode-based pricing initiative impacting 741 hospitals across the country. Joining the discussion is Dr. Christian Pean, a board-certified orthopedic trauma and reconstruction surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, executive director of AI and Innovation for Duke Orthopedic Surgery, and co-founder/CEO of Revel AI Health. Together, they unpack the clinical and operational impacts of TEAM, with a focus on five key surgical procedures. Dr. Penn highlights how emerging technologies — including conversational AI platforms — are enhancing episode management and streamlining outreach, triage, and documentation to help providers improve care coordination and succeed under TEAM. 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 Justin invites Matt Ethington, CEO of ChronicCareIQ, a company that provides a care management platform designed to improve patient outcomes, optimize reimbursement, and strengthen patient-physician relationships. Justin and Matt discussed the evolution and opportunities in chronic care management, highlighting its growing adoption, financial potential, and role in transitioning to 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 Gil Bashe welcomes Sally Ann Frank the Microsoft for Startups Mentor of Microsoft. She is the global leader for health and life sciences at Microsoft for Startups, responsible for strategy, programs, and portfolio, accelerating the development of innovative, market-making companies. With more than 25 years of experience in high-tech business development, sales, and marketing, she is passionate about helping health and life sciences companies and startups use Microsoft technology to provide better, more-cost effective care. As the WW Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, she work directly with founders, VCs, M12 and others in the industry to partner with Microsoft and accelerate their development and growth. 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 special PopHealth Week series, Gregg Masters is joined by fellow Healthcare NOW Radio host of the Tate Chronicles, Jim Tate as they feature several thought leaders and innovators active in the psychedelic space - from "bench to bedside." This series shines a spotlight on pioneering centers at the forefront of psychedelic-assisted therapy. They'll explore the innovative models, clinical protocols, and evidence-driven outcomes contributing to a new era of mental health care. Their debut episode introduces Roger Kaufman, co‑host and co‑facilitator at Sky Mountain, as he discusses: The mission and therapeutic philosophy of Sky Mountain Program structure: preparation, dosing sessions, integration support Treatment protocols: therapeutic modalities, participant selection, dosing logistics Research and outcomes: tracking mental health improvements and patient testimonials Systemic and ethical considerations: safety standards, regulatory environment, training for facilitators 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 Natalie Davis, CEO ad Co-Founder, United States of Care, about the background on Kennedy v. Braidwood case; detail on Supreme Court decision from Braidwood case; expect impacts on health policy of Braidwood case; shifting health policy landscape and identifying common goals. 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 Jim Tate talks to Samantha Taylor and Christina DeCesare of Leidos, an authorized ONC Certification and Testing Body. They discuss the 2025 updated requirements. 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 invites back John Halamka, MD, MS and Paul Cerrato, MA to discuss more on their latest book, Transform. This is part 3 of a 3 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
Host Tom Foley invites Chris Hutchins, author of the LinkedIn newsletter, The AI Health Pulse. Chris shares his insights on building AI influenced tools that support people, not just processes. 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
What's Trending NOW is Turning Healthcare AI into ROI with Arcadia's Michael Meucci. Host Shahid Shah welcomes Michael Meucci, President and CEO of Arcadia, for a compelling conversation on the real drivers of healthcare AI success. Fresh off the news of Arcadia's strategic investment from Nordic Capital, Meucci shares how this signals a new era in healthcare analytics—one where data is the differentiator and AI is only as smart as the workflows it supports. From busting the myth that value-based care has stalled to explaining why clinicians reject AI that lacks trust and usability, Meucci offers a blueprint for sustainable digital transformation. Learn how healthcare leaders can move from AI hype to operational reality—and why now is the time to reevaluate those stalled AI pilots. 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 Drafting Health IT Technologies. 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
S2E10: TEFCA Update -What CIO's and CISO's Should Know Host: Frank Cutitta Guest: Anthony Murray, Chief Interoperability Officer, MRO. 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 Richard Hardin, CSFS, President of Edison Health Solutions, a Third-Party Administrator (TPA) putting the SELF back in their self-funded healthcare plans. They discuss the customizable solution with a patient-focused mindset and concierge client service model. 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.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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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