The Spark

Collaboration is key to overcoming administrative burdens and driving better outcomes in healthcare. 

In this episode, Anna Taylor, AVP of Population Health and Value-Based Care at MultiCare Connected Care, and Heidi Kriz, Director of Medical Policy and Medical Management at Regence Health Plans, discuss their innovative approach to using FHIR for prior authorization and other administrative processes. Anna and Heidi highlight the importance of sharing operational workflows between payers and providers, much like other industries, to improve efficiency and patient care. Their pilot program for quality measure exchange demonstrated significant financial returns and operational efficiencies, earning enterprise buy-in for broader implementation. 

Tune in and learn how curiosity, bravery, and collaboration can spark positive change in healthcare!

How can a healthcare system reinvent itself to put 'patients first, people always' while tackling the industry's toughest challenges?

In this episode, Mark Sevco discusses his commitment to improving healthcare through innovation, employee engagement, and patient-centered care, highlighting Sutter’s mission: “Patients first, people always.” He emphasizes the importance of engaged employees, Sutter's innovation lab, a dyadic leadership model, and the adoption of technology to enhance patient care and streamline processes, while also discussing the strategic shift towards outpatient care with the expansion of ambulatory and urgent care sites.

Tune in to learn how Mark Sevco is transforming healthcare through innovation, patient-centered care, and a bold mission to make 'getting better' unstoppable!

Amid the rapid rise of AI and digital therapeutics, the true breakthroughs in healthcare lie in improving equity and access and tackling the social determinants of health.

In this episode, John Gorman discusses the rapid innovation in healthcare, focusing on social determinants of health and health equity. He emphasizes the need to reduce disparities in care, make new therapies accessible to vulnerable populations, and address challenges related to data exchange and interoperability, while also highlighting the importance of supporting minority physician groups and improving care for dual-eligible populations.

Tune in to discover how innovative solutions are transforming healthcare and improving equity and access for all!

Healthcare’s future depends on embracing disruption and rethinking traditional approaches to patient care.

In this episode, David Sylvan discusses his approach to addressing healthcare inefficiencies through problem identification, technology, process reengineering, and partnerships, highlighting successful initiatives like mask production during COVID-19 and the AI-driven Risk LD solution for maternal and fetal health. He emphasizes the need to enhance back-office operations, streamline patient and provider experiences with AI, and embrace disruption and innovation through cross-industry collaborations to foster positive change in healthcare.

Tune in to discover how innovation and disruptive thinking are transforming healthcare and shaping the future of patient care!

With the rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare, the future of patient care hinges on bridging the gap between innovative technology and the essential art of medicine.

In this episode, Dr. Ben Schwartz discusses artificial intelligence's transformative potential in improving clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. He also emphasizes the need to bridge AI-driven recommendations with the complexities of patient care, restore the doctor-patient relationship through technology, and develop value-based care models while addressing inefficiencies in the healthcare system.

Tune in as Dr. Ben Schwartz explores how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare and enhancing the doctor-patient relationship!

Healthcare innovation requires passion and a deep understanding of the industry's complexities, which are often uncovered through diverse experiences.

In this episode, Shruti Kotharii discusses her experiences working in different areas of healthcare, from frontline care in underserved communities to driving innovation and policy at large organizations. She focuses on data sharing, payment innovation, and behavioral health integration to improve healthcare efficiency, equity, and sustainability, while also stressing the need for collaboration among providers, health plans, and innovators to overcome barriers. 

Tune in and learn how healthcare innovation is being reshaped to improve quality, access, and outcomes for everyone involved!

A leader's vision hinges on a solution-driven mindset, emphasizing scalability, platform-building, and aligning innovations with patient and provider needs.

In this episode, Andy Chu discusses his inspiring journey, insights on disruptive innovation, collaboration between payers and providers, and the vision of creating scalable platforms for transformative healthcare experiences. He also uncovers the critical vision driving the transformative work at Providence, focusing on scalability and positive impact across patients, providers, and financials.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion to ignite your curiosity and inspire innovation.

Only 20% of your health outcome is linked to medical care, while the remaining 80% is heavily influenced by lifestyle behaviors and personal choices.

In this episode, Dr. Joseph Webb, CEO of Nashville General Hospital, emphasizes social determinants of health and the impact of disparities, particularly among marginalized populations, while also highlighting innovative solutions like food pharmacies to tackle food insecurity and improve patient outcomes. Healthcare providers can effectively address disparities by targeting social determinants like education, and in this interview, Dr. Webb advocates for evidence-based healthcare delivery, encouraging leaders to follow his thought leadership to improve the healthcare world.

Tune in and learn how engaging with faith-based communities can be a powerful way to improve health equity.

How can borrowing successful strategies from the banking industry revolutionize patient experiences?

In this episode, Bob Gross and Krista Matlock navigate the complexities of interoperability, the lack of standardization, and the pressing need for improved financial transparency in patient care. Bob and Krista compare our current healthcare system's information-sharing practices with lessons learned from the banking, insurance, and travel industries, pointing towards a more integrated and consumer-friendly approach. 

Stay tuned as we seek to understand the intricate tapestry of incentives, transparency, and efficiency that could align organizations and transform the healthcare landscape!

Learning from regulated industries, it's clear that strong collaborations between public and private sectors are vital for innovation in healthcare.

In this episode, Ryan Howells and Jason Sherwin share their personal struggles with the healthcare system's complexities, igniting a passion to innovate and remove barriers that patients face today. They share their visions of an API economy, a digital electronic address directory, and a nationwide testing gateway to enhance decisions for providers and patients.

Join this mind-opening episode and be a part of the change that ushers in a new age of informed, individual-centric healthcare decisions.