By Shannon Smith – With volatility in Medicaid reimbursement as well as both administrative and medical costs continuing to rise rapidly, health plans need to be as strategic as possible when it comes to allocating resources if they are to serve members well while remaining financially solvent.
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By Ainsley Lawrence – Healthcare organizations face growing opportunities to use Internet of Things (IoT) technology to enhance patient care and operations. Success with these connected devices depends more on your underlying infrastructure than the devices themselves.
By Dr. Scott Schell – As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, proposed updates to federal healthcare cybersecurity standards have reignited debate across the industry. Introduced in December 2024, these regulations represent the first significant update to the HIPAA Security Rule, aiming to address the advent of AI, quantum computing, and virtual reality.
By Dan Coleman – Federal health agencies are accelerating efforts to modernize outdated IT systems. These efforts are more than technical upgrades. They are foundational to improving operational efficiency, ensuring data security, and delivering better health outcomes for Americans.
By Dana Yaffe PhD – The rapid growth of the global population has led to an increasing strain on healthcare systems, with hospitals facing overcrowding and limited capacity to accommodate the rising number of patients. This surge in demand for medical care necessitates a transformative approach to healthcare delivery.
By Halima Ahmadi-Montecalvo PhD MPH – Improving health outcomes requires more than medical care alone—it demands a holistic approach that addresses Social Drivers of Health (SDOH), such as housing, food security, transportation and interpersonal safety. The evidence is clear: addressing these factors not only improves health but also…
By Ellie Gabel – Creating better access to health care providers is vital. When people move into or reside in rural housing developments, location can impact their connectivity. Medical teams in clinics and hospitals can overcome that barrier with 5G technology. Investing in tech upgrades provides numerous benefits for patients and providers.
By Dr. Jin Hyung Lee – If we can replicate the brain’s energy-efficient processes, we may be able to create AI that works more in harmony with humans, rather than competing for resources. Let’s talk about what this could mean for the future of technology.
By Kenji Taylor MD MSc – Since the advent of generative AI, there’s been an explosion in innovations focused on helping health systems/providers, from revenue to data management to ambient listening. But not as many are developed specifically for the patient.