Summary
In this episode of the RCM Experts Podcast, host Carrie Bauman interviews Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright, CEO of MGMA. They discuss key healthcare challenges such as staffing issues, increasing expenses, and declining revenues, which were exacerbated by the pandemic. Dr. Fischer-Wright emphasizes the need for radical, transformational approaches, the rise of risk-based contracting, and the role of data in improving healthcare operations. She also highlights the impact of consumer-driven trends and technology, such as telehealth and wearables, in shaping the future of healthcare practices.
Key Takeaways
- The pandemic accelerated pre-existing healthcare challenges, demanding new solutions.
- There is increased interest in risk-based contracts due to potential financial upside.
- Moving from data collection to actionable insights is critical for success.
- Telehealth, widely adopted during the pandemic, is expected to stabilize at 20-25% usage.
- Wearables face challenges in clinical integration and surveillance despite their promise.