Can technology truly revolutionize home care? Join us as we chat with Betsy Hansen, a senior advisor from Lincoln Intelligence Group, who brings her extensive experience from digital strategy consulting for hospitals to the ever-evolving post-acute and home-based care sector. Betsy shares her journey and provides a unique perspective on how insights from acute care can be adapted to improve hospice and palliative care. She dives deep into the rapid acceleration of technologies that enhance electronic medical records in home care, shedding light on the role Lincoln Intelligence Group plays in identifying these transformative trends.

Facing the dual challenge of a staffing crisis worsened by COVID-19 and the aging baby boomer population, Betsy discusses how innovative technology can address these issues. Discover how AI and predictive analytics are now pivotal in managing seriously ill populations by enabling earlier interventions and reducing caregiver burdens through automation. Betsy explores the evolving demands of the baby boomer generation for more consumer-focused solutions, emphasizing the importance of technology in recruitment, retention, and team coordination within the post-acute care space.

What will the future hold for healthcare technology? Betsy shares her expert insights on the anticipated advancements in the next three to five years, particularly focusing on the role of generative AI in sectors like hospice, palliative care, and home health. Discussing the necessity of strategic implementation, she underscores the potential of AI to significantly enhance patient care and workforce efficiency. However, Betsy reminds us that despite these technological advancements, the essence of human touch in healthcare is irreplaceable. Tune in to learn how to wisely leverage technology to optimize care without losing the compassionate soul of caregiving.

Guest:  Betsy Hansen, Senior Advisor - Lincoln Intelligence Group

Host: Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TCN/TCG

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