One of the ways that Answers Media is different from other media sites is the sense of community. The thought leaders in our community are good about sharing their thoughts on the issues of today. We publish at least eight guest posts a week now, so in case you missed some, here are the top ten read and shared guest posts in the month of September. You can also read previous month’s Top Ten Lists. Thank you for contributing and reading.
Most Played Episode from Healthcare NOW Radio in September
From The Healthtech Marketing Show host Adam Turinas attempts to demystify the confusing landscape of AI models that’s been a little overwhelming. The AI world feels like the mid-’90s browser wars all on steroids, with multiple companies vying for dominance, each with its own approach and philosophy.
Most Read Posts from September
Managing High-Risk Patient Pathways for Better Care Transitions
By Hamad Husainy, DO, FACEP, Chief Medical Officer of Acute & Payer, PointClickCare
LinkedIn: Hamad Husainy DO, FACEP
LinkedIn: PointClickCare
Hospitals are under increasing pressure to minimize readmissions and close costly gaps in care, particularly during the crucial post-acute care phase when patients move to skilled nursing facilities. This is the phase when patients are most vulnerable, and even small gaps in care can lead to complications and avoidable readmissions, no small consideration for hospitals. Continue reading…
How AI Is Making Its Way into Behavioral Health—and What’s Holding It Back
By Ram Krishnan, CEO, Valant
LinkedIn: Ram Krishnan
LinkedIn: Valant
AI is quickly changing the field of healthcare, including behavioral health. From making clinical notes more efficient to supporting diagnosis and treatment plans, AI offers a wide variety of new capabilities for providers. However, despite its potential benefits, AI raises concerns about data privacy, ethical considerations, and potential impact on the human element of care. Continue reading…
Homecare Provider Survey and Trends Amid Growing National Focus on Caregiving Challenges
By Paul Joiner, CEO, HHAeXchange
LinkedIn: Paul Joiner
LinkedIn: HHAeXchange
Homecare is undergoing rapid change as shifting demographics, new technologies, and evolving regulations reshape the industry. For home- and community-based services providers, these trends present both significant challenges and new opportunities to deliver care more effectively. To better understand how providers are navigating this landscape, a recent survey collected insights from 145 agency leaders about current industry trends and developments, focusing on possible future impacts. Continue reading…
Why is it So Hard for Patients to Access their Own Medical Records?
By Derek Plansky, SVP of Governance and Solutions, Health Gorilla
LinkedIn: Derek Plansky
LinkedIn: Health Gorilla
Polly Patient has been managing her Type 2 diabetes for ten years. Aside from her primary physician, Polly visits a handful of specialists including her endocrinologist, cardiologist, and podiatrist. Each of these providers require Polly to log into their patient portal to access her records and treatment plans. Compounding this, Polly recently got a new job that required her to change insurance carriers and relocate to a new state which means she will need to rebuild her medical community. Continue reading…
Inside the Automated Future of Medical Device Manufacturing
By Ellie Gabel, Associate Editor, Revolutionized
LinkedIn: Elle Rose
LinkedIn: Revolutionized
Automation is changing how the health care industry makes medical devices. Machines and smart software are helping factories work faster with fewer mistakes and steadier quality. Intelligent systems are creating greater improvements in the manufacturing process, and demand for them is growing quickly. This push for smarter manufacturing is forcing companies to adopt automation now, and it is shaping the future of the factory floor. Continue reading…
Fines Without Pause: Readiness is the New Standard for Payers
By Mohammed Vaid, Founder & CEO, Chief Solution Architect, Simplify Healthcare
LinkedIn: Mohammed Vaid
LinkedIn: Simplify Healthcare
Penalties reduce revenue, but their real significance lies in what they reveal about payer operations. A single error in plan materials can cascade into thousands of disputes, costly claim adjustments, and delayed reimbursements. The effects rarely end with the payment of a fine. They disrupt provider relationships and weaken member trust across the system. Continue reading…
How Cyberattacks Disrupt Healthcare Supply Chains
By Zac Amos, Features Editor, ReHack
LinkedIn: Zachary Amos
LinkedIn: ReHack Magazine
Healthcare providers are more connected to global supply chains than ever before. They rely on them for advanced medical devices, critical pharmaceuticals and digital health tools that power modern care. These networks allow hospitals and clinics to deliver timely treatments and maintain efficient operations. Still, they also open the door to significant risk. Continue reading…
Beyond Billing: What U.S. healthcare can learn from Southeast Asia about building a digital foundation
By David Lareau, President and CEO, Medicomp Systems
LinkedIn: David Lareau
LinkedIn: Medicomp Systems
Health systems in the U.S. are no strangers to the slow pace of new IT implementations. For example, an electronic health record implementation can drag on for years before the official go-live date and still not be fully implemented. Compare that experience to Southeast Asia and other global markets where hospitals are implementing enterprise-wide clinical systems in under a year, even achieving advanced Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model certifications in the process. Continue reading…
Connecting the Dots Between Marketing and Revenue in Healthcare: Through AI-Powered Call Intelligence
By Lyall Vanatta, Vice President of Marketing, Marchex
LinkedIn: Lyall Vanatta
LinkedIn: Marchex
Healthcare organizations invest billions in marketing to attract new patients. Yet many still struggle to translate these efforts into revenue growth. According to a 2023 study by Klein & Partners and the Society for Healthcare Strategy & Market Development, U.S. health systems spend up to $5 billion annually on marketing–including digital ads, direct mail, and community outreach. Continue reading…
Seeing Clearly: Why Transparency in Provider Performance Measurement Drives Better Care
By Matthew Resnick, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer/ Senior VP, Health Plan Business, Embold Health
LinkedIn: Matthew Resnick
LinkedIn: Embold Health
For many healthcare providers, performance measurement feels like a black box. What does the data measure? Is it accurate? And fundamentally, how should it be used? These questions are especially pressing for specialists, who often operate with little to no feedback once they leave the structured, feedback-rich environment of education and training. Transparency changes everything. Continue reading…