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Closing healthcare communication gaps with AI

Disconnected systems and inefficient workflows often lead to patient frustration, staff dissatisfaction and compliance risk. In today’s complex healthcare environment, outdated communication tools slow decision-making and leave critical messages unanswered, which has negative implications for care quality and patient satisfaction.…

Sep 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT

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John Poli, Industries Principal, Healthcare, RingCentral
Mike Stowe, Senior Director, Developer Product Marketing, RingCentral

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Florida payer replaces president with COO

Health First Health Plans has replaced its president, Matthew Gerrell, with its COO, Jamie Forrest, effective immediately, Florida Today reported April 11. “We remain focused on delivering exceptional service to our members, providers, brokers and community partners,” a spokesperson for…

New Hampshire enacts law ending surprise ambulance billing

New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte has signed legislation banning surprise ground ambulance billing and establishing reimbursement rates insurers must pay for services. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, ambulance providers — whether in-network or out-of-network — will be prohibited from billing patients…

Nearly 6,500 providers opt out of $2.8B BCBS settlement

Nearly 6,500 providers have opted out of a $2.8 billion antitrust settlement agreement with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, including hospitals owned by some of the largest health systems in the U.S. In October, the Blue Cross Blue Shield…

From legacy ERP to lasting security: A smarter archival strategy for hospitals

Hospitals are sunsetting outdated systems but holding onto the data — and with it, the risk. Legacy ERP platforms often store sensitive information like W-2s, salary data and vendor contracts. Yet these systems lack modern security controls and remain vulnerable…

Sep 19, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT

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Carrie Smallwood, VP Implementation Services, MediQuant

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UnitedHealthcare, UAB Health finalize new contract

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System and UnitedHealthcare finalized a long-term contract, AL.com reported Aug. 9. “The UAB Health System and UnitedHealthcare have finalized a new three-year health insurance agreement, ensuring continued access to high-quality care for patients…

Big payers ranked by CEO tenure

From 16 years to a few months, here are the CEO tenures at seven of the nation’s largest payers. 1. Cigna: David Cordani. CEO since June 2009. 2. Molina Healthcare: Joseph Zubretsky. CEO since November 2017 3. Elevance: Gail Boudreaux.…

Health insurance brokers to pay $145M to settle deceptive practice allegations

Two health insurance brokers agreed to pay a combined $145 million to resolve allegations from the Federal Trade Commission that they misled millions of consumers seeking to buy comprehensive health insurance. Assurance IQ will pay $100 million to settle allegations…

Carelon: Connected care – the foundation for a whole health experience

In today’s evolving healthcare environment, connection has never been more vital. Connection – the sense of being understood and supported – is what transforms healthcare from a transaction into a true partnership. It’s also the driving force behind a whole…

The small switch improving patient comfort and sample quality

Venipuncture procedures in patients with difficult venous access (DVA) are typically associated with pain, fear and anxiety, making obtaining a quality sample difficult. Choosing a collection device that is appropriate for DVA patients is important. Previously, smaller gauge needles resulted…

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