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𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀. Imagine grasping the financial implications of 𝗥𝗵𝗲𝘂𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 across major networks like Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield with a few clicks. This is the kind of clarity that empowers decision-makers, providers, and carriers alike. The future of healthcare lies in transparency that goes beyond mere figures. It's about weaving clinical acumen with in-depth analytics to unravel the intricacies of treatment plans. With AMS (Advanced Medical Strategies) 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗣𝘅 - 𝗗𝘅 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹, we're transcending traditional boundaries. What's on offer? A multifaceted view into the state and network-level treatment benchmarks. See the real story behind list prices vs. contracted rates, all underscored by a 'Price Confidence' metric that's meticulously calculated for reliability. And a shoutout to Deborah H., Paul Forte and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care for the stellar metrics here. Join us in this revolution, as we harness Next Generation Price Transparency to illuminate the path to more informed, value-based healthcare decisions. #pricetransparency www.pricetransparency.com

To nobody's surprise, the healthcare journey can be unnecessarily challenging and complex. Despite my extensive experience working in the industry, witnessing first hand my younger brother courageously fight through 2 different cancer diagnoses and multiple surgical procedures over the last 6+ months has been profoundly eye-opening. It only further highlights the dire need for experiential improvements in our healthcare system. Here are some of my personal reflections: [1] The current system's fragmented information sharing leaves patients feeling anxious and uninformed in their most vulnerable moments. [2] Despite good intentions, the lack of coordination amongst employers, health plans, pharmacies, healthcare providers, and pharma creates undue patient confusion, making it difficult to adhere to their care plan. The case managers I talk to everyday are doing their absolute best, but they need the systems and tools to empower them! [3] As an industry, we have a long way to go to deliver a truly consumer-centric approach that spans all phases of the healthcare journey from initial diagnosis through recovery and even bill pay. We leave the many people who have a vested interest in the dark. [4] Embracing new AI-enabled tools into healthcare can improve outcomes by (a) exponentially improving clinician capacity to engage patients with appropriate expectations, (b) streamlining information sharing to improve care planning, and (c) empowering patients to actively participate in their care. Let's be honest, it's personal! The patient is the MOST MOTIVATED to ensure the best possible outcome. Despite these frustrations, my determination and commitment to being a part of the solution remains stronger than ever - as it's added to my personal why. Ongoing dialogue with fellow innovators who continue to challenge the status quo and strive for a better experience continue to encourage me and further fuels my motivation to make this change a reality. I feel compelled to encourage all across the entire healthcare ecosystem to have those challenging conversations about how we can accelerate innovation through collaboration. When we work together, we can what seems impossible, possible! #healthcareinnovation #consumercentric #transparency #beatcancer

"Hot areas currently include: revenue cycle (especially specialty) and cost containment (especially oncology) as the clear one-two leaders; remote patient monitoring/chronic care management; payer tech in general; behavioral health (especially partial hospitalization program/intensive outpatient program and applied behavior analysis); site management organizations and derivatives (trials administration, recruiting, real-world evidence); and medspa (although multiples have cooled off a bit) and adjacent wellness plays," writes Rebecca Springer, PhD.

Can you predict a heart attack before it happens ? This isn't science fiction—it's the reality that data analytics is bringing to #healthcare today. Data analytics is revolutionizing health care by turning vast amounts of #medicaldata into actionable insights. Here are a few ways it's making a significant impact: #Predictive Analytics for Early Intervention: By analyzing historical data and identifying patterns, predictive analytics helps healthcare providers anticipate potential health issues. For instance, predictive models can assess the likelihood of a #patient developing a condition like diabetes or heart disease, allowing for early intervention and preventive measures. #PersonalizedTreatment Plans: No two patients are alike. Data analytics enables the customization of treatment plans based on an individual’s genetic makeup, lifestyle, and medical history. This personalized approach increases the effectiveness of treatments and reduces adverse effects. Enhanced Chronic Disease Management: For chronic conditions such as diabetes, data analytics facilitates continuous monitoring through connected devices. Real-time data helps in adjusting treatments promptly, improving patient adherence, and preventing complications. Improved Operational Efficiency: Analytics isn't just for clinical data—it also enhances #hospitaloperations. By analyzing data on patient flow, resource utilization, and staffing, hospitals can streamline their operations, reduce wait times, and improve patient satisfaction. Reduced Readmission Rates: Analyzing data from #electronichealthrecords (EHRs) allows healthcare providers to identify risk factors for hospital readmissions. Interventions can then be targeted to high-risk patients, reducing readmission rates and improving outcomes. The potential of #dataanalytics in healthcare is immense, but it's up to us to harness it effectively. Whether you're a healthcare professional, policymaker, or patient advocate, your role is crucial in this transformation. #HealthcareProfessionals: Embrace data analytics in your practice. Advocate for the integration of advanced analytics tools in your healthcare setting to improve patient outcomes. Policymakers: Support policies that promote the use of data analytics in healthcare. Ensure that #dataprivacy and #datasecurity measures are in place to protect patient information. Patients and Advocates: Stay informed about how data analytics can benefit your health. Encourage your healthcare providers to adopt data-driven approaches to enhance the quality of care. Together, we can build a healthcare system that is proactive, personalized, and patient-centered. Let’s continue to innovate and leverage data analytics to transform patient care and outcomes. Share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas in the comments below.

Yossi Cohen, physician executive at InterSystems, has authored an insightful article for Med-Tech Innovation discussing the challenges of integrating and effectively using data in the NHS's digital transformation journey. As Integrated Care Systems and #NHS trusts work to enhance patient care through new digital technologies, the UK's digital health market is booming, with revenues expected to reach £5.166 billion by 2028. Despite this growth, many providers still face issues with legacy systems and data fragmentation, hindering real-time, accurate decision-making. Yossi explores these challenges and emphasises the need for clinical leadership and governance in #healthcareIT projects to ensure data quality and #interoperability. This approach is crucial for deriving value from data and improving patient outcomes. https://lnkd.in/eQU5VNfW

Healthcare leaders connected around four key topics they say are at top of minds this year, during the recent Vizient Health Care Executive Forum. It featured artificial intelligence, workforce, health equity and culture. What would you add?

Healthcare leaders connected around four key topics they say are at top of minds this year, during the recent Vizient Health Care Executive Forum. It featured artificial intelligence, workforce, health equity and culture. What would you add?

Healthcare leaders connected around four key topics they say are at top of minds this year, during the recent Vizient Health Care Executive Forum. It featured artificial intelligence, workforce, health equity and culture. What would you add?

🔍 Exploring the Future of U.S. Healthcare: What to Expect in 2033 As we delve into the complexities of healthcare's future, it's vital to anticipate and prepare for the changes that lie ahead. I've recently come across an insightful article by TDC Group that projects what U.S. healthcare might look like in 2033. This article offers a comprehensive analysis of potential trends and shifts, including the integration of AI in diagnostics, the transition to value-based care, and the evolution of patient experience. It's a must-read for healthcare professionals seeking to understand the future dynamics of our industry. 📖 Read the full article here: (https://lnkd.in/gGVYF3XS) I'm eager to hear your views on these predictions. How do you think these changes will impact our industry, and how are we preparing to meet the future with innovation and resilience? Let’s engage in a thought-provoking discussion right here or connect for a more in-depth conversation. Your insights are valuable as we navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare together. #Healthcare2033 #FutureOfHealthcare #InnovationInHealthcare #AIinHealthcare #ValueBasedCare #PatientExperience

"The best way to predict the future is invent it." - Dr. Alan Kay Let's be honest, our nation's healthcare system needs to be reinvented. At the Elizabeth Dole Foundation we envision a healthcare ecosystem that is inclusive of patients and their caregivers at every stage of the care journey. Seema Verma opened the Oracle Health national conference declaring that 2025 will be the year for redefining healthcare with our vision as a reality. Oracle will introduce a revolutinary new electronic health records system that creates a seamless healthcare ecosystem that will vastly improve the patient and caregiver experience and allow providers to leverage technology to spend more time with their patients. 🏥 It will offer a comprehensive patient engagement portal where patients and caregivers can access all their medical history, manage their appointments and follow up, and control who can access their healthcare information and data. ❤️🩹 It will allow providers to personalize the system for the preferences of their practice and patients - spending more time with them versus staring into a computer screen. 🏥 It will provide patients with a 24/7 AI assistant to get answers to questions and organize appointments and tasks, but it leaves all treatment decisions to human providers and patients. ❤️🩹 It will be a dynamic system that will interact with the end to end patient healthcare journey and experience allowing the provider, patient, and caregiver to optimize their time and improve their health outcomes. The bottom line is we need to simplify healthcare for patients, their providers and caregivers. I'm inspired by what I heard today about the future. What is most important for improving your healthcare experience? Mike Sicilia | Patrick Debusha Sargent, LFACHE | Shanna Adamic | Avinay Vaswani | Brady Brookes | James Ellzy | Vijay Nath | Matt Miller | Danny Gladden, LCSW, MBA | Colleen Cassity | Patrick J. Murphy