Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses physician shortages, the role of AI and advanced practice providers, and why shortening the lengthy medical education and training pathway could help bring more doctors into the workforce.

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director, Becker’s Healthcare, discusses Medicare Advantage insurers exiting markets, plan and benefit changes heading into 2027, and how major payers are using AI to simplify healthcare navigation and gain a competitive edge.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Katherine Adams, MS, Director, Clinical Operations, Primary Care, CommonSpirit, who discusses using ambient listening, unified health records and remote patient monitoring to reduce administrative burden and support better clinical decision making.

In collaboration with Philips.

In this episode, Ceci Connolly, President and CEO, Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP), discusses Medicare Advantage market disruption, plan exits, beneficiary impacts, and the need for risk adjustment reform to support sustainable coverage in local communities.

In this episode, Nick Barcellona, Chief Financial Officer at West Virginia University Health System, joins the podcast to discuss creating a seamless experience for patients and identifying opportunities for growth across the health system. He also shares insights on balancing operational priorities with the evolving needs of patients and the organization.