Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

This episode recorded live at the 8th Annual Becker's HIT + DH + RCM Conference in Chicago features Dr. Paul Testa, Chief Medical Information Officer at NYU Langone Health. Here, he discusses key insights into his role & organization, advice for leaders, excitement around new technological innovations, and more!In collaboration with Philips (https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare).

In this episode, Scott highlights 12 Becker’s Healthcare stories from this week.

This episode features Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare. Here, he discusses some potential good news for hospitals & health systems coming from Kaufman Hall’s most recent report & The American Hospital Association throwing support behind the Assistance for Rural Community Hospitals Act.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Betsy Winga, VP/CMIO Medical Informatics at Advocate Health, to discuss need to bring breast cancer risk assessment to patients in primary care, the role of technology in streamlining workflows, screening and prevention recommendations, and more.This episode is sponsored by Volpara Health (https://www.volparahealth.com/).

This episode features Dr. Maulik. Purohit, SVP and Chief Health Information Officer at Lehigh Valley Health Network. Here, he discusses the importance of having the right digital tools to reduce burnout, increase efficiency and ease the process of recruiting, retaining & onboarding workforce.

This episode features Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker's Healthcare. Here, he discusses UnitedHealth Group is facing a lawsuit alleging it used an artificial intelligence algorithm to wrongfully deny coverage to older patients for care under its Medicare Advantage health policies and an update on Medicaid redeterminations.

In this episode, we are joined by Elia Mears, Laboratory Field Surveyor and Associate Field Director of the Laboratory Accreditation Program at The Joint Commission, to discuss instrument training in the laboratory, timeline for competency assessments, common challenges or pitfalls competency assessors face and a lot more. This episode is sponsored by The Joint Commission (https://www.jointcommission.org/).

In this episode of Becker's Healthcare Podcast, join our host as they sit down with Chris Severn, the CEO of a prominent healthcare organization, to delve into the pressing issues surrounding price transparency and contract negotiations in the healthcare system. Chris provides insights into the challenges faced by both payers and providers and how these negotiations are playing out in the public eye. The conversation explores the broader landscape of healthcare contracting, shedding light on areas ripe for innovation and efficiency amid current staff and resource shortages. Discover the crucial role of technology, particularly artificial intelligence, in transforming contracting processes, with practical examples and case studies shared by Chris. Whether you're a payer or health system looking to enhance your negotiation strategies, this episode offers valuable best practices and a roadmap for taking that crucial first step. A special thanks to our sponsor, Turquoise Health, for making this episode possible. For more engaging healthcare discussions, visit our podcasts page at beckershospitalreview.com.This episode is sponsored by Turquoise Health (https://turquoise.health/).

This episode features Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker’s Healthcare. Here, she discusses Mount Sinai naming Dr. Brendan Carr as their next CEO while highlighting the accomplishments of his soon to be predecessor Dr. Kenneth Daivs and some key takeaways from the Becker’s 11th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable.

Welcome to Becker's Healthcare Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of genetic counseling in oncology. Sponsored by Exact Sciences, this episode features Megan Ensinger, a licensed certified genetic counselor specializing in oncology at Ohio Health. Megan discusses her journey into genetic counseling, emphasizing the profound connections she forms with patients. She highlights the pivotal role genetic counselors play in identifying individuals for genetic testing, interpreting complex results, and supporting patients throughout their cancer journey. Megan also explores the transformative impact of comprehensive genomic profiling on cancer care, sharing real-life examples where genetic knowledge altered lives. Join us in unlocking the empowering role of genetic counseling in oncology decisions with Megan Inger on this insightful episode.This episode is sponsored by Exact Sciences (https://www.exactsciences.com/).