Health Unchained Podcast Ep. 117: Patient Centric Care by Harnessing Blockchain Tech - Mike Ruggio, JD (Managing Partner at Taylor English)
Meet attorney Michael Ruggio, a linchpin in the healthcare law industry with over 40 years of extensive experience. From igniting the first False Claims Act cases that shook up healthcare providers, to now guiding them through the digital transformation tide, his role is both pioneering and pivotal. Michael's understanding of the potential of technologies like blockchain and AI to revolutionize healthcare far surpasses the familiar territory. Besides donning the hats of a managing partner at Taylor English and an adjunct professor of Law at the University of Pittsburgh, he also serves as a consultant to Congress on the utilization of high technology in federal health programs. His deep-rooted wisdom in healthcare law, paired with his knack for innovation, positions him as a seasoned trailblazer in this fast-evolving landscape.
Discover the potential of blockchain technology in healthcare as Michael Ruggio, JD, uncovers the regulatory challenges it faces. Find out how vested interests and resistance to change hinder progress, leaving the industry at a crossroads.
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to Health Unchained: Navigating Web 3.0 in Healthcare
02:56 Introducing Mike Ruggio: A Veteran in Healthcare Law
04:08 The Evolution of Healthcare Through Technology
07:13 Blockchain's Role in Transforming Healthcare Post-COVID
10:31 The Intersection of Blockchain, AI, and Healthcare Education
13:45 Smart Contracts and the Future of Legal Frameworks
16:45 The Impact of Blockchain and AI on Patient Care and Data Privacy
36:07 Exploring the VA Blockchain Pilot, Tricare Challenges
38:20 Final Thoughts