The process, not technology, is holding back telehealth
In this HIMSS TV Digital Checkup, we discuss how health systems are creating integrated plans and models to deliver a truly digital experience. This includes a laser-focus on use cases and ROI.
The election creates new opportunities to influence healthcare policy, but it does not remove the need to adapt to the financial and operational pressures already underway.
UW Health tripled its hospital at home average daily census and generated $7.1 million in annual system value while delivering care at $1.6K lower cost per patient day.
A new CMS measure ties ED boarding to reimbursement, with mandatory ECAT reporting starting in 2028. Health systems should act now to validate data, baseline performance, and address patient flow.