NEJM AI Grand Rounds Radiologist Turned CEO: Dr. Jeremy Friese on AI for Prior Authorization
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Aug 20, 2025 Dr. Jeremy Friese, a practicing radiologist and CEO of Humata Health, shares his journey from a South Dakota farm to transforming healthcare with technology. He delves into the burdens of prior authorization and how AI can bridge gaps between patients and payers. Dr. Friese emphasizes the importance of human oversight in AI applications while discussing future trends in radiology. He also explores philosophical queries about medicine, enhancing the dialogue on career choices and the evolving interplay of AI and human elements in healthcare.
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Administrative AI Has Highest Near-Term Impact
- The biggest immediate AI opportunity is in healthcare administration, not front-line diagnosis.
- Fixing back-office documentation can reduce burnout and improve patient care.
Personal Loss Sparked Medical Mission
- Jeremy's mother died of breast cancer at age 50 and that experience drove him into medicine.
- That personal loss motivated him to pursue systemic change in healthcare.
Patient-First Culture Multiplies Impact
- Organizational culture focused on patient-first work multiplies impact across roles.
- Jeremy cites Mayo's culture as shaping how he builds technology and companies.