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Send us Fan Mail AI, behavioral science and digital communications are transforming how patients interact with the healthcare system. But are they actually improving outcomes or just adding noise and costs? In this episode of the Health Biz Podcast, host David Williams speaks with Robert Farrell, CEO of mPulse, about how AI-driven personalization is transforming patient engagement. They discuss ho...

Send us Fan Mail Whole-person care is the gold standard for treating elderly patients by delivering care where they need it when they need it, but traditional healthcare models make it tough to scale. Can value-based care and home-based medicine change that? In this episode of CareTalk, host John Driscoll speaks with Jeffrey Kang, CEO of WellBe, to explore the challenges and opportunities of geria...

Send us Fan Mail Value-based care is a great concept, providers get paid to keep patients healthy rather than just for treating them when they’re sick. But it’s not easy, and the results don’t always meet the potential. Can technology and AI help? In this episode of the HealthBiz Podcast, host David E. Williams speaks with Jay Ackerman, CEO of Reveleer on how AI can automate time-consuming tasks,...

Send us Fan Mail Interoperability has long been a buzzword in healthcare  In an ideal world, our healthcare system would exchange timely, high-quality data to empower patients, improve clinical quality, and keep costs under control.  How close are we to making this a reality? In this episode of the HealthBiz Podcast, host David E Williams talks with Dr. Donald Rucker, Chief Strategy Officer at 1up...

Send us Fan Mail A New York doctor has been indicted for prescribing abortion pills to a patient in Louisiana, sparking a legal showdown between the two states. Now, New York is striking back with a law to shield physicians.  Which state will prevail? In this episode of CareTalk, hosts David E Williams and John Driscoll unpack the fight over abortion pill prescriptions and what it means for the fu...

Send us Fan Mail Artificial intelligence is destined to play a big role in the pharmaceutical industry in 2025. With this rapid growth, what specific changes can we expect in patient support and pharmaceutical marketing? And how will that impact healthcare costs and patient experience? In this episode of the HealthBiz Podcast, guest William Grambley, CEO of AllazoHealth, discusses how artificial i...

Send us Fan Mail No doubt 2025 will be a wild year for healthcare. But what can we expect from AI, GLP-1s, and a second Trump administration? In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, host David Williams dives into his predictions for 2025, looking at the coming changes to the biggest stories in healthcare. 🎙️⚕️ABOUT HEALTHBIZ BRIEFS HealthBiz Briefs is a short-form CareTalk podcast that features brief...

Send us Fan Mail Opioid makers and distributors are paying over $50 billion to settle lawsuits with states and cities. But how is this settlement money being spent? And is the opioid crisis nearing an end? In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll explore the impacts of recent opioid lawsuits and whether they could finally put an end to the crisis. TOPICS (0:30) Examining th...

Send us Fan Mail Health systems are constantly struggling with capacity constraints. But what if they already had all the capacity they needed and just needed to tap into it? In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Derek Streat, Co-Founder and CEO of DexCare, shares how health leaders can unlock hidden capacity by using data from patients, providers, and health systems to deliver care more efficientl...

Send us Fan Mail 2024 shook up the healthcare world, and 2025 is gearing up to be just as transformative. With big changes coming from the new Administration, the AI boom taking healthcare by storm, and the rapid rise of GLP-1s, next year is shaping up to be a wild ride. Join David E. Williams and John Driscoll on CareTalk as they dust off their crystal ball and explore what’s in store for healthc...

Send us Fan Mail Speech is something many of us take for granted, but for millions in the disability community, it can be a daily source of struggle and frustration. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools, such as sign language, are essential for those with speech disabilities to communicate. What if technology could help give a voice to those in need? In this episode of HealthBiz...

Send us Fan Mail Administrative hassles and mountains of paperwork remain some of the biggest challenges in healthcare today. Every day, critical time and resources are diverted from doctors, nurses, and other medical staff to navigate inefficient prior authorizations and overwhelming paperwork. Isn't it time we find a better solution? In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John D...

Send us Fan Mail Hernia surgery is one of the most common procedures, but the quality of care and post-op treatment can vary widely. What’s behind these variations, and how can we ensure better care for patients? In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Dr. Michael Reinhorn and Dr. Nora Fullington dive into the challenges of hernia surgery and explain how Boston Hernia is raising the bar with patient-...

Send us Fan Mail Primary care is the foundation of a strong healthcare system, but it faces mounting challenges, from workforce shortages to reimbursement struggles. Is advanced primary care the solution and what would that model look like? In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Dr. Kate Goodrich, Chief Medical Officer of Humana, to explore the critical role...

Send us Fan Mail We’re living in an era where health data is more accessible than ever. From lab results to wearable devices like the Apple Watch, there is an overwhelming amount of health information available. However, the real challenge lies in unlocking the potential of this data to drive transformative health improvements for both patients and providers. In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, g...

Send us Fan Mail GLP-1 medications like Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Ozempic are taking the market by storm. With demand soaring, many patients are realizing these medications are either not being covered or simply too expensive. Is this all due to provider greed or is the issue more complicated? In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll discuss how the growing demand for...

Send us Fan Mail Ever tried to schedule a doctor’s appointment, only to be stuck on hold for what feels like forever? You’re not alone. A lot of Americans feel the same frustration. Could there be a better way to take control of scheduling? In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Relatient CEO Jeff Gartland explains why self-scheduling is still a novel concept in medicine and how its implementation c...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could get personalized medical solutions tailored exactly to your needs, diagnosis, and even genetics? Personalized medicine may have sounded like a pipe dream a few years ago, but it’s fast becoming a major sector of the industry. In this episode of CareTalk, David Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Bradley Bostic, Founder and CEO of hc1 and managing director at...

Send us Fan Mail Many patients want to have a say in their medical care, especially when it comes to end-of-life decisions. Despite this, only a third of U.S. adults have completed any form of advance care directive. Even for those who do plan ahead, traditional paper-based advance directives often face challenges like misinterpretation or even being ignored altogether. Could video-recorded direct...

Send us Fan Mail Word-of-mouth recommendations are great for picking a restaurant or movie, but are they the best way to find a doctor? What if there was a better way to use data to find the right doctor every time? In this episode of CareTalk, David Williams talks with Nick Reber, Founder and CEO of Garner Health, about how they’re leveraging detailed data, including physician history and patient...

Send us Fan Mail Cancer moves fast. Patients and their medical teams need to move faster. A study by Q-Centrix revealed that many hospitals face an unacceptable year-long data backlog in oncology. When crucial data about diagnosis, staging, and treatments gets held up, it can cost patients valuable time, resources, and treatment opportunities. In the latest episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Karen...

Send us Fan Mail With the election decided and over, Americans are looking at Republicans to make good on their campaign promises. One important promise to voters was to make America healthy again. But what does this agenda entail? And what impacts can we expect to see in healthcare? In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll discuss the framework of Make America Healthy Agai...

Send us Fan Mail There’s no shortage of data in healthcare. However, when it comes to deeper insights into patients’ futures and provider costs, the industry is sorely lacking. Is it possible to unlock this data and create both better patient outcomes and more profits for providers? In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Brad Bostic, chairman and CEO of hc1, dives into the role of diagnostic t...

Send us Fan Mail Receiving a rare genetic disease diagnosis for yourself or a loved one is devastating news, especially when the diagnosed is a child. For families, navigating the challenges of these diagnoses requires more than just medical care, it takes a strong, compassionate support system. In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Effie Parks, advocate an...

Send us Fan Mail Nurses' primary job is to care for their patients, but often that valuable time is taken away with administrative tasks. Charting and other nonpatient activities stretch limited working hours and frequently pull nurses away from patients’ bedside. The result, is worse care, declining patient safety, and error-ridden-charts. In this week’s episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Ha...