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In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Erika Spicer Mason hosts a dynamic conversation on the evolving role of healthcare data. Joined by Kathryn Spates, JD, ACNP-BC, of The Joint Commission and Jodi Daniel, JD, MPH, of Crowell Health Solutions, they explore the secondary uses of healthcare data, the importance of responsible practices, and The Joint Commission’s groundbreaking Responsible Use of Health Data™ Certification. You can learn more about the Responsible Use of Health Data Certification here.

This episode is sponsored by The Joint Commission.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda is joined by Dr. Philip Payne, inaugural Chief Health AI Officer at Washington University Medicine, and Deborah O'Dell, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at BJC Health System. They discuss the groundbreaking Center for Health AI, the collaboration driving innovation in patient care and operations, and how AI is transforming healthcare training, employee experience, and precision medicine.

In this episode, Veena Lingam, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Moffitt Cancer Center, discusses her transition into the role and the organization’s strong focus on investing in both informatics solutions and personnel. She shares her excitement about developing a clinical informatics fellowship program and the challenges of building a talent pipeline for this critical, yet often overlooked, healthcare role.

In this episode, Dr. Mark Mabus, Chief Medical Informatics Officer and VP of EHR at Parkview Health, shares his expertise on leveraging AI to enhance provider efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and streamline clinical workflows. He also discusses the importance of effective data integration, bridging gaps between IT and clinical teams, and staying ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare technology.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Srinivasan Suresh, Vice President and CMIO at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Suresh discusses the transformative potential of generative AI in reducing clinician burden, enhancing pediatric patient engagement, and advancing clinical data integration. He also shares actionable advice for healthcare leaders and emphasizes the critical role of execution in driving technological innovation.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Dr. Afroz Hafeez, Manager of Telemedicine at Rush University Medical Center. Here, he discusses the integration of a chatbot as a clinical symptom checker, enhancing patient access to care and initial assessments. Dr. Hafeez also emphasizes the importance of balancing technological advancements with a hands-on approach to healthcare, ensuring personalized and effective patient care.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Jasmine Bishop, Managing Director at MedStar Telehealth Innovation Center. Here, she explores the transformative impact of video-based consultations on urgent and outpatient care delivery. Bishop also delves into strategies for funding innovation to empower the next generation of telehealth advancements.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Louis Jeansonne, Chief Medical Information Officer at Ochsner Health. Here, he discusses how innovative technologies are reducing administrative burdens, freeing up healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care. Jeansonne also shares strategies for healthcare organizations to better support their IT teams, ensuring the seamless integration of technology into clinical workflows.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Michael Hasselberg, Chief Digital Health Officer at UR Medicine. Here, he delves into the transformative potential of generative AI foundation models and the critical role of robust data governance processes. Hasselberg also shares how UR Medicine is approaching innovation in unique and impactful ways, setting a new standard for digital health.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Omkar Kulkarni, VP and Chief Transformation & Innovation Officer at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Here, he explores how AI has revolutionized time management for healthcare professionals, allowing them to concentrate on their specialties. Kulkarni also highlights how data analysis and AI have driven significant improvements in quality and safety outcomes, advancing patient care.

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Dr. George Cybulski, Clinical AI Leader at Humboldt Park Health. Here, he discusses how AI is streamlining the patient referral system and enhancing medical records to improve care coordination. Dr. Cybulski also shares insights on evaluating which technologies are worthwhile investments and dives into the key themes of his book, “Can We Manage to Save Healthcare?”

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Jon Senkler, Regional CMIO at UnityPoint Health. Here, he discusses how AI is transforming healthcare by allowing workers to focus more on patient care and improving the overall patient experience. Senkler also highlights the importance of building a strong team with clear communication and staying ahead of advancements in technology to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Shelly Nash, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Medical Information Officer at Fresenius Medical Care. Shelly discusses the role of AI in reducing administrative burdens, the integration of clinical data to improve patient outcomes, and the importance of collaboration and thoughtful innovation in healthcare technology advancements.

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Anil Saldanha, Chief Innovation Officer at Rush University System for Health. Here, he discusses how AI technologies like scribing and conversational AI are enhancing healthcare delivery, the importance of data integration tools like Epic and FHIR, and the need for collaboration and openness to innovation as healthcare systems navigate future advancements.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Garrett Olin, CIO of Shasta Community Health Center. Olin discusses leveraging AI and technology to improve healthcare access and outcomes for underserved populations, highlighting innovative solutions like native language outreach, street medicine programs, and AI-assisted health record summarization. He also shares insights on managing limited resources, supporting IT teams, and fostering creativity in FQHC settings.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. J. Scott Smitherman, Associate Vice President and CMIO at Providence Clinical Network. Dr. Smitherman discusses the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, focusing on tools like ambient documentation, clinical decision support, and inbasket message management to reduce physician burnout and improve patient outcomes. He also shares advice for healthcare leaders navigating innovation and technology adoption in complex care settings.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Bimal Desai, Chief Health Informatics Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Desai discusses transformative technologies like AI, CHIPS platforms, and remote patient monitoring, emphasizing their potential to reduce provider burden and improve pediatric outcomes. He highlights unique challenges in pediatrics, including state-specific Medicaid policies, teen privacy laws, and the lack of FDA-approved monitoring devices for children, while advocating for innovation tailored to the pediatric population.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Dr. Ann Cappellari, CMIO of SSM Health. Dr. Cappellari discusses the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, the importance of problem-driven tech adoption, and how integrating technology with clinical workflows can enhance patient outcomes. She also shares advice for healthcare leaders navigating the evolving digital landscape while keeping humanity at the heart of medicine.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Nabil Chehade, Chief Clinical Transformation Officer at MetroHealth. Dr. Chehade discusses the transformative potential of AI in predictive analytics and diagnostics, strategies for managing clinical data integration, and the importance of strong governance in driving innovation while ensuring equity and efficiency in healthcare.

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Lisa Stephenson, Chief Nursing Information Officer at Houston Methodist. Lisa discusses the transformative potential of AI in clinical workflows, innovative uses of mobile devices for care coordination, and strategies to support IT and clinical teams during rapid technological advancements.

Dr. Christopher Kelly, Leader in Medical Informatics and Pediatric Ophthalmology, shares insights on enhancing provider experiences through data and technology at MultiCare Health System. He emphasizes the importance of critically evaluating AI tools in healthcare, highlighting the need to balance innovation with practical implementation that truly supports medical professionals. Dr. Kelly explores the potential of data analytics to drive better outcomes, advocating for a thoughtful approach to AI that prioritizes provider support and patient care quality.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Joseph Polizzi of Modificare. Dr. Polizzi shares insights on AI’s role in reducing clinician burnout, improving patient care through data integration, and the evolving role of healthcare informatics in digital health strategy.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Matt Sullivan, Chief Medical Information Officer at Advocate Health. Matt discusses the role of large language models in enhancing clinical efficiency, the critical importance of data integration for improved patient outcomes, and offers insights on prioritizing technology investments to effectively support healthcare IT and clinical teams

This episode recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Divya Pathak, Chief Data & AI Officer at NYC Health + Hospitals. Divya shares insights on the transformative role of AI in healthcare, discussing clinical applications like decision support and personalized care, as well as operational efficiencies in revenue cycle management and workforce optimization.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Dr. James Blum, Chief Health Information Officer at the University of Iowa, as he shares valuable insights on AI's impact on provider burnout, the benefits of integrating clinical data within EHR systems, and best practices for aligning IT and clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and accelerate innovation.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Randy Farmer, COO of Delaware Health Information Network. Randy discusses how real-time data and AI tools are transforming patient care by enabling predictive insights and timely interventions. He also shares strategies on empowering care teams, supporting IT innovation, and leveraging partnerships to drive impactful healthcare solutions.

This episode recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Gregory Bryant, IT Director at North Texas Medical Center. Bryant shares how his rural hospital strategically adopts technology, like AI and hybrid cloud solutions, to enhance patient care while managing limited resources. He offers practical advice for healthcare leaders on balancing innovation with community needs, emphasizing simplicity and patient-centered technology.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Tinu Tadese, Associate CMIO at University Hospitals Health System. Dr. Tadese discusses the transformative role of AI in healthcare, especially within EHR and revenue cycle management, and shares insights into leveraging data integration and cross-department collaboration to drive innovation and enhance patient care.

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Dive into the concept of systems thinking in healthcare, where success hinges on designing entire systems with evidence-based practices —not just adjusting individual behaviors—to achieve better care at lower costs. Learn why focusing on comprehensive system changes, including processes and technology, is essential for sustainable improvement to change the way we think about healthcare for all.

This episode is sponsored by Wolters Kluwer.

Join Jakob Emerson as he explores the powerful partnership between Fathom and ApolloMD with CEOs Andrew Lockhart and Dr. Yogin Patel. This discussion dives into how Fathom achieved industry-leading automation rates of over 90%, why they matter for providers, and how autonomous coding is improving the physician experience. Learn why Dr. Patel urges organizations to "run, not walk, to a more sustainable, more compliant solution" and hear best practices for partner selection and implementation.

This episide is sponsored by Fathom

Join Becker's Healthcare Podcast as we dive into the world of continuous glucose monitoring with Scott Odgers from Dexcom. Discover how CGM devices are transforming healthcare experiences and access, plus explore the future of digital health innovation.

This episode is sponsored by Dexcom.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Karen Hunter, CNIO at Adventist Health. Karen shares insights on leveraging AI to enhance clinical decision-making, the importance of interoperability, and how nursing informatics bridges communication gaps between IT and clinicians to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Chris Carmody, CTO & Senior Vice President at UPMC. Chris discusses the transformative potential of AI in clinical efficiency, predictive analytics, and patient outcomes, while emphasizing the importance of change management and collaboration between IT and clinical teams to drive healthcare innovation.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies features Laura Prietula, Deputy Chief Information Officer, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Here, she discusses the transformative role of AI in healthcare, data integration, and innovation strategies at the VA. She shares insights into how AI is breaking barriers in care accessibility and highlights the importance of empowering patients through technology.

In this episode, Patti Cuartas, Executive Director and Associate CMIO at Mount Sinai Health System, shares her expertise on leveraging technology to improve interoperability, care coordination, and health equity. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in data exchange, the impact of AI tools, and how Mount Sinai's global and community-focused initiatives are driving innovation in healthcare.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Roberta Schwartz, EVP & Chief Innovation Officer, and Dr. Sarah Pletcher, Chief Digital Health Officer at Houston Methodist. They discuss AI’s transformative impact on healthcare, the integration of predictive analytics, and the essential role of collaboration between IT and clinical teams in driving innovation.

Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities in healthcare payments with Ryne Natzke, Chief Revenue Officer at TrustCommerce. Discover how adopting omnichannel payment solutions and digital tools can enhance transparency, convenience, and the overall patient experience.

This episode is sponsored by TrustCommerce.

Join us for a discussion with Ajay Kapare of ELLKAY and Dr. Zafar Chaudry from Seattle Children’s as they explore the core elements defining true innovation in healthcare IT. Discover the enablers and barriers to innovation, the critical role of leadership in fostering an innovative culture, and how ELLKAY’s approach to data is transforming healthcare outcomes. Learn why reliable data is essential for the success of AI and machine learning initiatives in this thought-provoking episode.

This episode is sponsored by ELLKAY.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Rich Zane, Chief Innovation Officer at UCHealth. Rich shares insights on AI's role in healthcare decision-making, clinical data integration, and how technology can enhance, not replace, human interaction in delivering better care.

In this episode, Dr. Patrick McGill, EVP and Chief Transformation Officer at Community Health Network, discusses the evolving role of technology in healthcare. He shares insights on AI, virtual care, and precision medicine, while also addressing the challenges of cost control, workforce shortages, and the future of patient care delivery.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Isaiah Nathaniel, Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Delaware Valley Community Health. Isaiah discusses the evolving role of AI, the importance of clinical data integration, and how healthcare organizations can better support IT teams in driving innovation.

Join Brian Zimmerman of Becker's Healthcare as he sits down with William Chan, CEO and Co-Founder of Iodine Software, to explore how AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing the hospital revenue cycle. Discover insights on integrating CDI and UM, streamlining processes, and the transformative journey over the past few years.

This episode is sponsored by Iodine Software.

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Join us as Crystal Broj, Chief Digital Transformation Officer and Executive Director at the Medical University of South Carolina, shares insights on an innovative program designed to remind women to schedule their mammograms in a non-invasive manner. Crystal also discusses new, user-friendly methods for patients to find both in-person and virtual appointments, enhancing accessibility and convenience in healthcare.

Join us for an insightful discussion with Barbara Casey, President of Strategy & Transformation at Pixel Health, as we explore how technology is revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing access, connectivity, and innovation. Discover the strategic advancements Pixel Health is making to tackle healthcare IT challenges and improve client performance.

This episode is sponsored by Pixel Health.

Explore the role of technology in home care with Todd Houghton, President of Homewatch CareGivers. Learn how solutions like virtual visits and AI are transforming patient support, reducing readmission rates, and addressing social isolation challenges in this insightful discussion.

This episode is sponsored by Homewatch CareGivers.