Data Slayer: Where Insight Meets Impact

The numbers are in—and we have thoughts! 🎙️

In Episode 7 we have our first Read & React, digging into the American Hospital Association’s Cost of Caring 2026 report. We break down the numbers behind hospital spending, patient volumes, and drug costs, react to what stands out, and talk about what these trends could mean for hospitals and value analysis teams.

Link to report: Costs-of-Caring-2026.pdf

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com

Supply shortages and product recalls continue to challenge healthcare organizations, making proactive value analysis more important than ever. In this episode, we continue the conversation from Episode 5 and discuss teams can prepare for disruptions, evaluate alternative products, minimize clinical and financial risk, and strengthen collaboration across departments to maintain quality patient care during times of uncertainty.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 5: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2566869/episodes/19453708

FEMA: https://training.fema.gov/nims/

FDA: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts

FDA Alerts: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USFDA/subscriber/new

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com

From unexpected product shortages to critical recalls, healthcare organizations are constantly adapting to supply chain disruptions. In this episode, we introduce the challenges these events create for providers and value analysis teams, why they matter, and set the stage for a conversation on navigating today's ever-changing healthcare landscape. 

Organizations mentioned in this episode:

AHVAP: https://www.ahvap.org/

AHRMM: https://www.ahrmm.org/

FDA: https://www.fda.gov/

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com

In Episode 4, special guests Michael Cordi and Taygan Yilmaz from Sturdy Health join us to discuss how to drive transformation of your Value Analysis program from a transactional purchasing function into a strategic, data-driven process that improves clinical outcomes, reduces costs, and strengthens stakeholder engagement. Join us for valuable insights and practical strategies for aligning clinicians, supply chain teams, and executives to drive sustainable value across the organization.

Want to learn more about Blue.Point? Contact us today for a free product demo! More information at www.bluepointscs.com or email [email protected].

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com

In Episode 3, Alexandria Carr from Yankee Alliance joins the podcast team in order to discuss VALUE ANALYSIS - what it is, why it's important, who uses it, and exactly how Blue.Point makes a difference.

Whether you’re new to value analysis or looking to sharpen your approach, this episode offers practical insights and real-world perspective on how to turn “value” from a buzzword into a measurable advantage.

Want to learn more about Blue.Point? Contact us today for a free product demo! More information at www.bluepointscs.com or email [email protected].

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com

In Episode 2, Cody Charbonneau from Blue.Point joins the podcast team as we take a closer look at one of the most powerful tools in modern healthcare: DATA. What exactly do we mean when we talk about “data” in a hospital supply chain setting? Why has it become so critical to patient care, operational efficiency, and decision-making?

From improving patient outcomes to optimizing workflows, data touches every role in a healthcare organization. Whether you’re on the front lines of patient care or working behind the scenes, this episode will help you better understand how data and value analysis impacts your work—and why it matters more than ever. Tune in to build your data literacy and see how informed decisions start with the right information. 

Want to learn more about Blue.Point? Contact us today for a free product demo! More information at www.bluepointscs.com or email [email protected].

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com

Welcome to the Data Slayer Podcast. Meet the hosts - Jennifer Doty, Anne Marie Orlando, Sarah Hobbs, and Keaghan Smith - as they introduce themselves and Blue.Point. 

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Data Slayer Podcast

Through this podcast, our subject matter experts will cover in-depth conversations on healthcare data, clinical research, industry trends, real-world stories, and more. 

Blue.Point provides health systems with a specialized data analysis platform designed to optimize clinical product utilization. Our technology identifies savings opportunities and delivers non-bias insights on product best practices, standardization, and utilization-driven impact across hospital systems.

Interested in learning more? Visit www.bluepointscs.com