In this episode, Chris Gay, CEO and Co-Founder of Evry Health, joins Jakob Emerson to discuss how technology, scale, and business model alignment can dramatically reduce prior authorization friction. He shares why Evry Health’s approach delivers faster decisions, lower denial…
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Protecting Residents, Staff and Ratings: 4 Actionable Steps for Stronger Infection Control
Infection prevention in senior living facilities has come a long way since the onset of COVID-19, but significant risks remain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 1 to 3 million healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) occur annually…
The cure for the traditional, fractured approach to treating polychronic conditions is bringing multi-specialty care to the patient—in their own home. The disease burden of chronic conditions has been rising dramatically—a Milken Institute report estimated that 30.8 million people in…
In this episode, Xiaofei Zhou, MD – Associate Program Director, Neurosurgery, Section Chief of Neurosurgery, Southwest General Hospital, Director of Endoscopic Spine Surgery, discusses how surgical innovation should be guided by patient outcomes and real data, not just flashy trends.…
In this episode, Shelly Schorer, FHFMA, MBA, California CFO at CommonSpirit Health, joins the podcast to discuss the close connection between high-quality care and strong financial performance. She shares how health systems are navigating economic pressures, shifting more care to…
Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center is pursuing new service lines, partnerships and long-term planning efforts as it works to strengthen financial sustainability amid ongoing pressure on rural providers. Raymond Hino, CEO of the 21-bed critical access hospital in Bandon,…
A prominent new study reminds healthcare industry leaders to remain alert to gender issues when developing human capital strategies. This, following the recent release of the 2025 edition of McKinsey/LeanIn.org’s long-recognized “Women in the Workplace” study (“Study”). However, any responsive…
In this episode, Nathaniel Beers, CEO of Blythedale Children’s Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss caring for children with complex disabilities and the importance of meeting patients where they are. He shares how partnerships with school systems help improve quality…
Marlborough (Mass.) Hospital will officially become a campus of UMass Memorial Medical Center on Jan. 1. The 79-bed hospital will be known as UMass Memorial Medical Center – Marlborough Campus, according to Worcester, Mass.-based UMass Memorial Health System’s website. In…
Marc Miller’s term as president and CEO of King of Prussia, Pa.-based Universal Health Services has been extended through 2028, according to a Dec. 30 SEC filing. The compensation committee of UHS’s board of directors approved amendments to Mr. Miller’s…