Podnosis

In this episode of Podnosis , Chris Hayden from Fierce spoke with Micheal McComber, Principal Solutions Architect at TTEC Digital, about how AI is transforming healthcare by enhancing patient and provider experiences. TTEC Digital specializes in optimizing patient interactions with digital solutions that ensure first-call resolution and streamlined provider support. McComber highlighted three majo...

There is no shortage of startups and new entrants popping up in healthcare. But what do these young companies need to know to set themselves apart from the pack?  That’s one key focus of the team at Healthworx, a Blues plan-backed investment firm and accelerator that seeks to turbocharge the latest innovations.  Senior Writer Paige Minemyer sat down with Soo Jeon, the head of the a...

Dual-eligible beneficiaries are among the most expensive and complex patients out there. The costliest 5% of dual-eligibles drive more than 40% of Medicare spend. But addressing their medical, behavioral and social needs is far from simple. Community-based organizations could use extra help.  From coordinating billing to telemedicine to care navigation, Pair Team claims to offer just that. It...

Fierce Healthcare unveiled its seventh annual Fierce 15 earlier this month, introducing the 2025 class of 15 companies bringing innovation and bold ideas to healthcare. Executive Editor Heather Landi and Senior Writer Paige Minemyer sit down to chat about the evolution of the Fierce 15 project over the past seven years, how it has become more competitive and how the virtual care boom during the CO...

In a sponsored episode of Podnosis , host Chris Hayden speaks with Dr. Steven O’Day, chief medical officer at Agenus, about the latest advancements in immunotherapy. With more than 30 years of experience in oncology, O’Day discusses how immunotherapy is changing cancer treatment and providing new hope where traditional methods, such as chemotherapy and radiation, often fall short. Unli...

It’s no secret that health insurance is among the most complex parts of healthcare. With many parties involved, and evolving approaches to plan design, patients today are often confused and frustrated by their billing experience.  Some health tech companies, like Inbox Health, help providers communicate more proactively with patients about what they might owe and what repayment options...

Digital health venture capital funding cooled off in 2024 following the fever pitch of investment from 2020 to 2022. But investors still see bright opportunities for the sector. Digital health startups banked $10.1 billion in venture funding in 2024, down from $10.8 billion in 2023 but higher than 2019's funding total. Several key trends shaped digital health investment in 2024: a handful of large...

Health tech experts and leaders descended on Nashville last week to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the digital health sector.  Senior Editor Heather Landi, Senior Writer Paige Minemyer and Staff Writer Emma Beavins were on-site for several days of panels, meetings and deep dives. This week, they sit down to take a look back at the trendiest topics from the show f...

Over the past decade, emergency room visits for mental health-related needs have soared. But the ER is often not the only option for treatment. Certified community behavioral health clinics, or CCBHCs, provide evidence-based care for mental illness and substance use disorder. There are hundreds of these centers around the U.S. today.  Fierce Healthcare’s Anastassia Gliadkovskaya speaks...

Women make up half the U.S. population and make most healthcare decisions. Yet only 2% of VC dollars go toward women’s health. A recent report, released at this year’s J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, lays out the high-growth potential of the women’s health market and its promised return on investment. The report was published by nonprofit Women’s Health Access Matters (W...

With the election over and President Donald Trump officially inaugurated, all eyes in healthcare are turning toward how the sector might change. But as the first two weeks of his second term showed, keeping up with Trump’s actions—and their ramifications—requires full-time focus. In this episode, Fierce Healthcare’s Noah Tong speaks with health policy expert Andrew Schwab t...

Another year at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference is in the books. Fierce Healthcare’s Executive Editor Heather Landi and Senior Writer Paige Minemyer made the trek to San Francisco and after the event, sat down to discuss the biggest themes coming out of the conference. While major payers skipped out on attending this year, health tech companies, health systems and insurtechs all made a...

The U.S. is in the throes of a mental health crisis. Deaths from drugs, alcohol and suicide more than doubled  between 2000 and 2017 and continue to rise. As the largest payer of behavioral health services in the country, Medicaid is crucial to serving society’s most vulnerable. But the infrastructure and funding for these services varies by state.   Indiana, which had ranked...

Price transparency has been a regulatory priority over the past several years. While providers have had time to adapt and adjust, there remain common challenges that many run into as they look to comply with regulatory requirements.  Senior writer Paige Minemyer sat down with Turquoise Health’s AVP of Channel Sales Joe Wisniewski to outline these challenges, how hospitals can get ahead...

Fierce Healthcare hosted the second annual Fierce Health Payer Summit in November. Top leaders and decision-makers in the healthcare and payer industry convened in Austin, Texas, for two days of discussions.   During the event, Fierce’s Emma Beavins interviewed several panelists on the show floor about what they think the ideal payer of the future looks like. In this episode, you&r...

Heather Cox, president of insights and empowerment at Zelis, discussed the challenges of achieving interoperability in healthcare during a recent podcast. She highlighted technical issues, diverse stakeholder needs and data silos as key obstacles. Cox emphasized the importance of real-time, secure data for payer-member engagement and suggested APIs as a promising solution. She also advised health...

Our early experiences as kids have a lasting impact on our health and wellbeing. From facing adverse childhood experiences to various social needs, kids are especially vulnerable to their environment, as their brains are still developing. Schools play a crucial role in helping to support kids. However, our education system today does not do enough to equip children to understand their mental wellb...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Heather Bassett, Chief Medical Officer at Xsolis, as she shares her unique journey from practicing hospitalist to healthcare technology innovator. With over 20 years of healthcare experience, Dr. Bassett discusses how AI is transforming healthcare administration and reducing clinician burden. Drawing from her background in both medicine and technolog...

Interoperability has been a major focus in healthcare for the past decade. It is crucial for systems to be able to talk to one another. A patchwork of laws allow for health data sharing today through electronic health record systems and health information exchanges. But some states believe there are situations where sharing sensitive health data may actually do more harm than good. Since the overt...

American Specialty Health Incorporated's ASH Care fall prevention program offers virtual assessments and exercise regimens to address falls among older adults. The program combines remote physical therapist evaluations, personalized exercise plans and coaching to improve balance and strength while reducing fall risks. Initial results show 60% to 75% of participants experienced improvements in outc...

The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has long prioritized quality in healthcare, but the COVID-19 pandemic underscored the critical role of equity as a cornerstone of quality. In recent years, NCQA has refined its HEDIS measures to be more inclusive and to better address sociodemographic factors that influence health outcomes. In this week's episode of "Podnosis," Rachel Harrington,...

Cyberattacks against healthcare organizations are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with new threats constantly emerging.  In this week's episode of "Podnosis," we dive into one of the latest tactics: voice phishing, or vishing. This form of cyberattack uses AI to impersonate voices over the phone to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. Fierce Healthcare's Anastassia Gliadkovskaya...

In this week’s episode of “Podnosis,” we’re diving deep into the current landscape of clinical trials in the U.S.  Various stakeholders face a complicated web of challenges in the system. Many patients, particularly from marginalized groups, struggle to find and get into trials. Meanwhile, with the acceleration of decentralized trial sites throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, some research programs a...

Introducing new technology in the healthcare sector can be a challenge, especially when trying to balance innovation and practical application.  Startups developing products for a complex ecosystem, like a hospital, may not fully understand the needs of providers on the frontlines and all the dynamics at play. A successful tool should not only address a need but also make it possible for providers...

More than one million women reach menopause each year in the U.S. Menopause can bring on many unwanted symptoms and increase the risk of chronic conditions, affecting a woman’s health and quality of life. Yet many report feeling uncomfortable talking about this challenging transition in the workplace and with their healthcare providers. Many also struggle to find relief for their symptoms. Experts...