
The Becker's Healthcare Podcast is devoted to the people who power U.S. healthcare. Four new 15-minute episodes are released daily containing industry news, analysis and thought leadership from powerful healthcare decision-makers.
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<p>In this episode, Mark Smith, CMO, MSU Health Care, discusses operational transformation, Epic implementation, physician engagement and expanding primary care while advancing value based care. He also shares leadership lessons on culture, technology and keeping patients and caregivers at the center of change.</p>

<p>This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Stephen Williams, MD, MBA, MS, FACS, Associate CMO, UTMB Clear Lake, UTMB Health System, who discusses using AI and patient data to create a more connected care continuum, reduce fragmentation across settings, and strengthen clinical communication.</p><p></p><p>In collaboration with Philips.</p>

<p>In this episode, Steve Mason, President, MedHQ, and Zachary Phillips, Vice President of Advisory Services, MedHQ, discuss the growing staffing, cost, and coverage pressures facing anesthesia organizations and how data, flexible coverage models, and proactive planning can support more sustainable operations.</p><p></p><p>This episode is sponsored by MedHQ.</p>

<p>In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Mark Clement, the former president and CEO of TriHealth, discusses the healthcare bets that have paid off, the shift toward proactive and value-based care and the need to rebuild trust in healthcare. He also shares why listening and authentic communication are among the most underrated leadership traits.</p>

<p>In this episode, Chris Allen, CFO, UChicago Medicine, discusses his priorities for strengthening financial operations, supporting system growth, modernizing revenue cycle processes, and developing responsible AI governance while building a resilient finance team.</p><p></p><p>Learn more about relentlessly raising RCM yield here: https://med-metrix.com/?utm_source=beckers&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=brand</p>

<p>In this episode, Victor Zamora, Executive Vice President of Customer Care, Med-Metrix, discusses how accurate patient intake, technology integration, real-time eligibility, and clear ownership can improve revenue realization, reduce downstream rework, and strengthen the patient experience. </p><p></p><p>This episode is sponsored by Med-Metrix.</p>

<p>In this episode, Patrick Velliky, Chief External Affairs Officer, HaloMD, discusses new research on the No Surprises Act, emergency medicine reimbursement, and the impact of the IDR process on healthcare spending. He examines pre and post NSA payment trends, utilization assumptions, and what the findings could mean for policymakers and providers. </p><p></p><p>This episode is sponsored by HaloMD.</p>

<p>In this episode, Aaron Chang, FACHE, President, East Region, Jefferson Health, discusses balancing regional and system-level leadership, creating greater integration without unnecessary bureaucracy, and standardizing operations while preserving local flexibility. He also shares lessons from Jefferson’s perioperative services integration work and the importance of influence, trust and shared ownership in complex health systems.</p>

<p>In this episode, Amy Hart, CEO of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Minnesota, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of staying healthy physically, mentally, and emotionally while leading in healthcare. She also shares insights on taking risks, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and embracing opportunities that can shape both personal and professional growth.</p>

<p>In this episode, Katherine Yale, DDS, of PDS Health, joins the podcast to discuss developing diagnostic confidence and the role effective mentorship can play in helping dental professionals grow. She also shares insights on improving performance and retention by supporting clinicians throughout their professional development.</p>