Broken claims process won’t be fixed by AI alone | ViVE 2025
Healthcare leaders talked about the frustration hospitals and doctors are facing when insurers reject claims, the impact on patients, and the need for a better process.
Nurses embrace new technology, if it’s designed with them in mind | ViVE 2025
If hospital leaders are deploying new AI tools and tech without input from nurses, they’re inviting problems.
KPMG’s Ash Shehata discusses AI excitement and uncertainty | ViVE 2025
Shehata, KPMG’s U.S. sector leader for healthcare, spoke with Chief Healthcare Executive about artificial intelligence, its use in healthcare, payer, providers, and more.
ViVE brings healthcare voices to Nashville | ViVE 2025
Thousands of healthcare leaders are coming to Music City for the digital health conference. Rich Scarfo, president of HLTH, talks about the event.
How Nashville became a magnet for health companies
The city is home to hundreds of health companies, and Oracle is moving its headquarters to Music City. Apryl Childs-Potter of the Nashville Health Care Council talks about building on that success.
ViVE 2025: The digital health conference returns to Nashville
Thousands of healthcare leaders are coming to Music City for the annual event. Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and new federal policies will be hot topics.
The secret sauce that makes Nashville a hub for the healthcare industry
Apryl Childs-Potter of the Nashville Health Care Council talks about the reasons hundreds of health companies are based in Music City.
Healthcare M&A outlook: A promising landscape for 2025 | Viewpoint
Innovation, strategic thinking, and a favorable regulatory environment should drive more deals.
Why some are optimistic about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary
Yes, many are worried about his long record of vaccine criticism. But business leaders and analysts say there could be opportunities.
Planned Minnesota health system merger meets resistance
Fairview Health Sciences says it doesn’t want to merge with the University of Minnesota and Essentia Health. The university and Essentia say they want to move forward.
Despite criticism, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as health secretary
Kennedy will lead the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, despite wide criticism due to his stance on vaccines.
How Mercy is using AI to improve patient care
The Missouri-based hospital system has teamed with Aidoc to use artificial intelligence to support diagnostic imaging.
Two out of three doctors say they’re using AI
More physicians are showing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and using it in their practice, a new American Medical Association survey finds.
Hospitals condemn prospect of Medicaid cuts as GOP aims to slash spending
House Republicans unveiled a blueprint to slash trillions from the budget. Hospital leaders worry that Medicaid looks to be a likely target.
Telehealth faces a looming deadline in Washington | Healthy Bottom Line podcast
Once again, the clock is ticking on waivers for telemedicine and hospital-at-home programs. Kyle Zebley of the American Telemedicine Association talks about the push on Congress and the White House.
Georgia hospital systems take key step toward merger
Emory Healthcare and Houston Healthcare have reached a definitive agreement. If regulators sign off, Houston would become part of Emory.
Hospitals wrestling with worst flu season in years
Federal and state health officials report more positive tests and hospitalizations than in previous years, and some facilities are packed with patients.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. nears likely Senate confirmation, but it’s not a lock
The Senate is slated to vote this week on Kennedy’s bid to become the nation’s next health secretary. Sen. Bill Cassidy’s support could be decisive, though opponents vow the fight isn’t over.
Medical schools, colleges denounce NIH cutting billions
Universities say the abrupt cuts will delay research, lead to job cuts, and hurt hospitals and academic institutions. The Trump administration says it’s aiming to spend less on overhead.
Planning to transform health care in Arkansas
The Heartland Whole Health Institute is embarking on plans to improve the quality and access of care in fast-growing northwest Arkansas. Walter Harris, the institute’s CEO, talks about the work ahead.
Banner Health appoints chief research officer, and more | MED MOVES
Cincinnati Children’s names a new chief quality officer, and others take new roles.
Reversing Medicare payment cuts to doctors | Bills and Laws
A bipartisan bill would offer a bump in reimbursements to physicians. Doctors say years of cuts are prompting some physicians to stop taking Medicare patients.
How MD Anderson Cancer Center is using technology to help patients and providers
Dan Shoenthal, chief innovation officer at MD Anderson Cancer Center, talks about helping patients navigate the system, AI’s potential, and being thoughtful about its use.
Louisiana children’s hospital renamed for famed football family
Children’s Hospital New Orleans will now be known as Manning Family Children’s, reflecting a ‘transformational’ partnership.
Elon Musk now has his eyes on Medicare and Medicaid
Musk and his DOGE team are now reviewing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Hospitals say they’re looking to preserve funding.
Taking big steps with micro hospitals
Emerus has partnered with several health systems to build small hospitals. Rachel George, chief medical officer of Emerus, talks about the company’s growth, increasing access and its telehealth model.
Hospitals warn Trump tariffs could put ‘lives at risk’ by limiting drugs and supplies
The American Hospital Association is seeking exceptions for drugs and medical devices made in China, Mexico, and Canada. China is a key supplier of cancer drugs and protective gear.
Recognizing the humanity of patients in the ICU
Dr. Mirna Mohanraj of the Mount Sinai Health System developed a program to collect more information about patients in intensive care units. She talks about the work and the benefits for doctors, patients, and families.
Doug Collins, new VA secretary, vows to tackle big challenges
The former Georgia congressman secured Senate confirmation easily. He plans to address the backlog of claims and improve the system.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. moves closer to becoming HHS secretary
The Senate Finance Committee voted 14-13 to advance him, and the full Senate will decide if Kennedy is confirmed. Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican and a doctor, voted in favor of him.