Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Delivering Real AI Results and Why Enterprise Data Strategy Comes First Apr 09, 2026

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In this episode, Ajay Kapare, President & CEO, ELLKAY, explains how strong data integrity, interoperability, and governance form the foundation for scalable AI success, and why organizations that prioritize enterprise data strategy are the ones seeing real results.

This episode is sponsored by ELLKAY.

How Ambient AI is Helping Health Systems Address Financial, Operational, and Clinician Pressure Apr 09, 2026

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In this episode, Nikhil Buduma, Co-Founder and CEO of Ambience Healthcare, and Alfred Lumsdaine, Chief Financial Officer of Ardent Health, discuss how ambient AI is reducing clinician burden, improving documentation and revenue cycle performance, and helping health systems navigate financial and operational pressures.

This episode is sponsored by Ambience Healthcare.

How Cardiac Remote Monitoring is Evolving Beyond Episodic Models Apr 09, 2026

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In this episode, Todd Butka, co-founder and CEO, Murj, discusses the shift from episodic to interval-based cardiac monitoring and why continuous, data-driven care models are essential for better outcomes and reimbursement. He also shares how health systems can evaluate technology partners and prepare for the next generation of remote monitoring.

This episode is sponsored by Murj.

Selynto Anderson, PhD, FACHE, Chief Community Health and Impact Officer at Lee Health Apr 08, 2026

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In this episode, Selynto Anderson, PhD, FACHE, Chief Community Health and Impact Officer at Lee Health, joins the podcast to discuss the power of community partnerships in improving health outcomes. He shares how his team is working to better serve underserved populations and reduce disparities across the health system through targeted, community-focused initiatives.

Jakob Emerson Speaking Medicare Advantage & Prior Authorization Apr 08, 2026

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In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director, Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down the latest Medicare Advantage rate updates, policy changes targeting upcoding, and ongoing efforts to reform prior authorization amid transparency challenges.

Sudipto Srivastava, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Montefiore Health System Apr 08, 2026

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In this episode, Sudipto Srivastava, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Montefiore Health System, joins the podcast to discuss building effective AI governance programs and ensuring data safety across the organization. He shares priorities for 2026, including strengthening the revenue cycle and supply chain through data-driven strategies, and highlights key areas for organizational growth as analytics capabilities continue to evolve.

The State of Healthcare M&A: Trends, Opportunities and Risks Apr 08, 2026

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In this episode, Lukas Recio, Managing Director, VMG Health, and Emily Rizos, Director, VMG Health, break down key trends shaping healthcare mergers and acquisitions, including valuation alignment, private equity activity, and growing interest in outpatient care. They also explore future opportunities and risks, from evolving deal structures to regulatory pressures and shifting care models.

This episode is sponsored by VMG Health.

Dr. Mansour Razminia on Advancing Electrophysiology with ICE and Radiation Free Ablation Apr 07, 2026

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In this episode, Mansour Razminia, MD, Medical Director of Electrophysiology for the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, shares how intracardiac echo is transforming ablation by eliminating radiation exposure and improving safety for patients and care teams while challenging traditional training models.

Brittney Anderson, MD, FAAFP, on Building a Successful Independent Practice Apr 07, 2026

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In this episode, Brittney Anderson, MD, FAAFP - Physician / Owner at Anderson Family Care and Assistant Professor at The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences, shares her journey to independent practice. She discusses creating autonomy, coaching other physicians, and strategies for building sustainable, patient-centered practices.

Rural Healthcare Reimagined: Innovation at Beauregard Health System Apr 07, 2026

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In this episode, Beauregard Health System CEO Traci Thibodeaux explores how the rural health system is redefining clinical excellence through innovative technology—highlighting impactful initiatives in sepsis reduction, telehealth, and patient engagement that are transforming care close to home.

This episode is sponsored by MEDITECH.