This marks a milestone 200th episode of The TechEd Podcast! Matt Kirchner is joined by Rick Anderson, CEO of The Hive Health, to explore how transparency and technology are reshaping healthcare. Rick shares how The Hive Health uses AI and data-driven insights to negotiate fair pricing for medical devices, save providers millions of dollars, and help health systems remain viable—even in underserved communities. It’s a game-changing model that’s keeping hospitals open, providers supported, and patients cared for.

This conversation highlights lessons from healthcare innovation that educators and employers can apply across industries. Learn how emerging technologies like AI and data transparency are driving cost savings and reshaping supply chains. For technical educators, the episode underscores the importance of preparing students for a future where technology and strategic decision-making are key to sustaining systems and communities.

Inside this episode:

• Why 50% of U.S. health systems operate in the red
• How The Hive Health uses AI to analyze 40M+ lines of purchasing data and uncover massive pricing gaps
• How a physician-led model builds trust between administrators and providers to improve care
• What educators and employers can leverage these AI-driven approaches in their own industries

3 Big Takeaways from this Episode:

1. AI is transforming healthcare cost management: By analyzing over 40 million lines of purchasing data, The Hive Health identifies massive pricing gaps, saving health systems an average of 22% on costs. 
2. Transparent pricing is essential for sustainability: The Hive Health reveals shocking price disparities for identical medical devices, ensuring fair deals without sacrificing quality. This model of data-driven transparency has lessons for other industries like manufacturing and education, where cost efficiency and resource allocation are equally critical.
3. Cost savings directly impact patient access: By reducing device costs and operating more efficiently, health systems can avoid closures, reinvest in innovation, and expand access to care. The result is a more resilient healthcare system that better serves patients and communities.

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