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Hosts Colin Hung and John Lynn discuss Digital Front Door and Epic UGM. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode, host Adam Russo welcomes Mike Ferguson the President and CEO of the Self Insurance Institute of America (SIIA) an organization with a mission to educate and advocate for self-funding as an alternative to traditional insurance. Mike explains self-funding in health insurance and its benefits compared to traditional insurance models. Mike shares insights on the biggest changes in the industry which have been the greater diversification of players in the marketplace, with a wider range of companies offering specialized solutions focused on operational efficiencies and reducing healthcare costs. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

S2E13: The Healthcare C-Suite’s Take on AI. Big Opportunities. Too Little Trust Host: Frank Cutitta Guest: Dan Dorazio, CEO of Sage Growth Partners To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Declaration of Transformation: Beyond the Hype - Healthcare Leaders Share What Actually Works in Digital Transformation Join Megan Antonelli and Steffany Whiting from iMethods as we explore what's driving real healthcare transformation beyond buzzwords. In this Digital Health Talks episode, we dive into healthcare transformation from pilots to system-wide impact. You'll hear insights on technology investments delivering results and how cybersecurity reshapes transformation timelines. Key Topics We'll Cover: • Technology Investment Reality Check - Which digital health initiatives are delivering ROI versus becoming expensive distractions • Security-First Transformation - How cybersecurity requirements are reshaping cloud and AI implementation timelines • Clinical Leadership Integration - Strategies for ensuring technology actually supports clinical workflows instead of creating administrative burden • Women's Leadership in Healthcare - Insights from the evolved women's leadership programming and its impact on transformation initiatives Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

From AI to EHR: How to Approach Healthcare Innovation Today Host: Phil Sobol, Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore Guest: Darrell Bodnar, Chief Information Officer, North Country Healthcare Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode, they speak with 2025 HSPA Award of Honor winner, Julie Williamson about her career, how she came to HSPA and how the sterile processing industry has changed and evolved over the span of her career. As a bonus, they’ll let you know how YOU can get involved with industry writing and making sure you have a voice! Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Over 70% of imaging centers still depend on manual referral, scheduling, and prior auth processes—slowing care and straining staff. In this episode, Stuart Newsome, CPCO, VP of RCM Insights at Infinx, shows how AI agents powered by generative AI are transforming radiology operations. See how these “invisible coworkers” integrate with RIS, PACS, and EHRs to automate tasks, improve efficiency, and deliver real results. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Ericka Adler is joined by Roetzel shareholder Marc Kallish to unpack the hidden legal risks healthcare professionals face under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). They explore how common communication methods like texts, emails, and calls can trigger costly violations, even when used with good intentions. The episode covers what the TCPA is and how it applies to healthcare communications, the importance of patient consent and opt-out mechanisms, what qualifies as a “healthcare exemption” under the law, real-world examples of class action lawsuits and how they escalate, and why insurance often doesn’t cover TCPA violations. Tune in to learn how to protect your organization and avoid costly legal consequences that can quickly escalate if left unchecked. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

AI Quick Take: Model Mania On this episode host Adam Turinas attempts to demystify the confusing landscape of AI models that’s been a little overwhelming. The AI world feels like the mid-’90s browser wars all on steroids, with multiple companies vying for dominance, each with its own approach and philosophy. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode Dan explores the potential impact of new federal legislation, including One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025, which is set to reshape healthcare delivery and payment models. He is joined by Natalie Davis, a nationally recognized health policy leader who has spent nearly two decades shaping and implementing initiatives to improve access to affordable, high-quality care for all. In 2018, Natalie co-founded United States of Care, an organization dedicated to advancing health equity and ensuring care is accessible regardless of health status, social needs, or income. She also played a key role in launching Town Hall Ventures and The Medicaid Transformation Project. Together, they examine the implications of the legislation for hospitals across the country, highlighting both the opportunities to advance value-based care and the challenges of adapting to new funding and operational requirements. Tune in to gain insights into how hospitals can proactively prepare for change, navigate evolving financial pressures, and sustain access and quality of care particularly in resource-limited settings. Strategies are explored to help organizations achieve success while maintaining strong community impact. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

S3E9: What's Trending NOW is how a smarter revenue cycle empowers better care. On this episode host Shahid Shah is joined by Rob Stuart, CEO of Claim.MD, a leading EDI Clearinghouse, providing innovative, affordable electronic claims management solutions that streamline billing and boost cash flow for healthcare providers. Rob shares insights on the strategic role of revenue cycle and where payer go wrong. Additionally why getting claims right the first time is now a front-line clinical priority, and how technology, infrastructure, and payer-provider collaboration can drive value-based care. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

August News You Can Use Healthcare: Where Even Babies Get Spam Calls Topics includes: Epic’s annual UGM revealed quirky issues like newborns being assigned cell numbers; Awkward misdirected health updates, but fixes in the works; Epic’s Cosmos database of 300M records powers AI predictions - excitement and privacy concerns for misuse by insurers; Healthcare costs are spiking with insurance premiums rising during open enrollment leaving patients with painful financial tradeoffs. Calls are growing in Washington for better health data sharing to improve patient care and reduce inefficiencies; A 23-year-old SIM jacker was sentenced to 10 years, a reminder that misuse of digital data carries real consequences. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Personomics, Empathy & the Art of Healing: A Conversation with Dr. Roy Ziegelstein On this episode Gil and Gregg welcome Roy Ziegelstein, MD, MACP—Editor-in-Chief of DynaMed, renowned cardiologist, and pioneer of humanistic medicine. Together, they explore the concept of “personomics,” the idea that a patient’s personal story is as important as their clinical data. From the halls of Johns Hopkins to the digital frontier of AI-powered clinical decision tools, Dr. Ziegelstein advocates for a future where empathy is not optional, but operationalized. Hear how his background in the arts shaped his approach to healing, how AI can free clinicians to be better humans, and why the best medicine blends science with soul. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Host Matt Fisher talks to Donovan Campbell, CEO of MedBridge, about how to foster effective engagement in hybrid care models; defining success for an intervention from patient perspective; challenges and opportunities for digital technology integration. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Sacred Healing or Clinical Care? Exploring Psychedelics in Retreats and Religion with Justin Townsend of MycoMeditations. On this special episode of PopHealth Week, guest host Jim Tate and Gregg welcome Justin Townsend, CEO of MycoMeditations.com, a leading psilocybin-assisted retreat organization based in Jamaica. Together, they explore the emerging role of psychedelics at the intersection of clinical treatment, sacred ceremony, and cultural transformation. From 6,000+ psilocybin journeys hosted in safe, structured retreats to debates over natural vs. synthetic psilocybin, Townsend sheds light on lessons learned, harm reduction practices, and the risks of unchecked commercialization in the U.S. https://www.mycomeditations.com/ To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Five Good Things Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode host Tom Testa continues his series on industry organizations that are making a difference for their members with ATA Action, American Telemedicine Association's affiliated trade organization as a proactive response to the need for expanded advocacy. Tom sits down with Kyle Zebley, he is their Executive Director. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Jim welcomes Ritesh Ramesh CEO of MDaudit. MDaudit strengthens billing compliance and revenue integrity with a single data-driven solution. Hear insights from Ritesh on the importance of continuous risk monitoring to safeguard against emerging compliance challenges. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

How Radiology Teams Modernize Intake Without Disrupting Epic Workflows Modernizing radiology intake means more than sending documents to Epic—it’s about building accuracy into the process. Learn how AI-powered document capture uses HL7 ORM mapping to handle multi-patient faxes, duplicates, and poor-quality images, with a phased rollout that keeps data clean and workflows running smoothly. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Creating a new Category in the Middle of the AI Revolution On this episode host Adam Turinas and his guest Kristin Russel, CMO of symplr unpacks how she’s building a unified brand in one of the most complex corners of healthcare, and doing it right in the middle of the AI revolution. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/