This Just In: HIMSS25 with Michael Zager and Tom Leary, MA, CAE, FHIMSS

How AI Can Improve Performance Leveraging RCM Benchmarks Stuart Newsome, VP of RCM Insights, breaks down the fundamentals of benchmarking in revenue cycle management, including key metrics like net days in A/R and clean claim rates. Learn how AI and automation tools can help healthcare organizations go beyond analytics to drive performance, identify gaps, and enable continuous improvement. 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 Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests.This week his guests are Michael Zager, CEO at Cirro Bio, Tom Leary, MA, CAE, FHIMSS, Senior Vice President & Head of Government Relations, HIMSS. 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 Tom Foley invites Marschall Smith, Executive Director of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission (IMLCC). Marschall explains what the Compact is and how it works as an agreement among participating U.S. states and territories to work together to significantly streamline the licensing process for physicians who want to practice in multiple states. It offers a voluntary, expedited pathway to licensure for physicians who qualify. 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

S3E5: What's Trending NOW is ViVE 2025 in Nashville. Guest host Roberta Mullin invites James Aita, Director of Strategy and business development at Medicomp Systems. Roberta and James discuss ViVE from a vendors perspective and what was new and trending at the event. 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

Unleashing Healthcare Everywhere: Pioneering the Borderless Hospital of Tomorrow Host: Shahid Shah Guest: Rasu B. Shrestha, MD, MBA, EVP, Chief Innovation & Commercialization Officer, Advocate Health The traditional hospital model is struggling to meet growing healthcare demands and evolving patient expectations. Healthcare everywhere—a paradigm shift towards distributed care, hospital-at-home programs, and innovative delivery models—offers a solution to these challenges. This keynote will explore how forward-thinking healthcare leaders are reimagining care delivery, breaking down walls, and leveraging technology to extend high-quality care beyond traditional settings, ultimately improving access, outcomes, and patient satisfaction. • Implement strategies to transform your organization into a "borderless hospital," expanding your reach and impact • Leverage emerging technologies to create seamless, patient-centric care experiences across diverse settings • Develop a roadmap for integrating hospital-at-home and other distributed care models into your existing operations • Identify key performance indicators to measure and demonstrate the value of healthcare everywhere 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/

Host Matt Fisher talks to Steve Cagle, CEO, Clearwater about security risks and importance of cybersecurity, security standards to follow, current state of HIPAA, and assessment of proposed modifications to HIPAA Security Rule. 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

AI Automation Drives RCM Workflow Optimization and Denial Analytics Christina Harkins breaks down how AI-powered automation and analytics are reshaping revenue cycle workflows. From identifying coding errors and denial trends to prioritizing high-impact claims, she explains how ARDM helps teams work smarter, not harder. 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 Ericka Adler and Roetzel shareholder Christina Kuta for an in-depth analysis of recent changes in Illinois law pertaining to the licensing of Behavior Analysts (BA) and Assistant Behavioral Analysists (ABA). This episode addresses the new state licensing requirements, the mandate for BA or ABA service providers to establish professional corporations or professional limited liability companies by January 15, 2027, and the implications of this law change for existing practices that employ BAs and ABAs. Ericka and Christina also discuss the legal guidance being offered by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation on this new law, conflicting interpretations, and how legislative changes could help to resolve these conflicts. Tune in to gain insights into how these legal developments may impact your practice. 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 Raj Sundar explores the complexities of Japanese food culture and its impact on health, addressing how American influences have altered traditional diets. Guest Jeff Sakuma discusses the importance of rice in Japanese meals and his personal transition to healthier rice options. They delve into portion control within Japanese dining customs and the concept of intuitive eating. The conversation shifts to Japanese cultural nuances, including language, religion, and familial expectations, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging expertise both in healthcare and family matters. Additionally, they discuss the role of social support systems, religious influences, and the cultural dynamics surrounding aging and caregiving in Japanese American communities. 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

Episode 136: Introverts Guide to Thriving at Industry Conferences Industry conferences can feel overwhelming, especially for professionals who are introverted or nervous about attending events with large crowds. On this episode, Healthmark's Michael Matthews (a fellow introvert) shares insight on what to expect, how to manage your time and energy effectively, and offers valuable tips for not just surviving, but thriving, at these events. Tune in for advice on how to make the most of your next conference experience. 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