Ask the Educator: 2025 HSPA Award of Honor Winner: Julie Williamson

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

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

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/

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/

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/

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