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RADIO FOR THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY
Healthcare NOW Radio and Podcast Network offers discussions on the latest developments and trends impacting the industry including: health tech, health IT, healthcare innovation, healthcare policy, healthcare data security, telehealth, interoperability, biotech, med tech, value-based care, pharma, healthcare compliance, and much more. Shows are hosted by industry thought leaders. Guests are a "who's who" across the healthcare spectrum. The listening audience is predominantly physician and hospital-based, and the healthcare industry at large.
Healthcare NOW Radio and Podcast Network offers discussions on the latest developments and trends impacting the industry including: health tech, health IT, healthcare innovation, healthcare policy, healthcare data security, telehealth, interoperability, biotech, med tech, value-based care, pharma, healthcare compliance, and much more. Shows are hosted by industry thought leaders. Guests are a "who's who" across the healthcare spectrum. The listening audience is predominantly physician and hospital-based, and the healthcare industry at large.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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When to Trust the Machine: AI Decision-Making in Healthcare with Professor Vasant Dhar
Join us for part one 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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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