The Role of Technology and Digital Health in Driving Value-Based Healthcare | A CES 2024 Event Coverage Conversation with Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., MPH, President, American Medical Association

Guest: Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., MPH, President, American Medical Association [@AmerMedicalAssn]

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Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli

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Episode Notes

Hey everyone, it's Marco Ciappelli here, and I am delighted to bring you an episode of the Redefining Society podcast that is dedicated to the upcoming CES conference in Las Vegas. CES is known as the place where you see the future, and technology plays a vital role in shaping that future. Today, I want to explore how technology fits into the societal structure, particularly in the healthcare industry.

I am thrilled to have Jesse Ehrenfeld, the president of the American Medical Association, joining me on the show. He will be hosting a panel at CES on enabling the new era of value-based care for digital health. But before we dive into the topic, let's understand what value-based care really means.

Value-based care focuses on the quality of care, the performance of healthcare providers, and the patient experience. It prioritizes what patients value the most, and technology plays a crucial role in achieving this. Through the use of digital health tools and AI, we can enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and patient engagement, ultimately delivering value-based care.

One of the key benefits of technology in healthcare is telehealth. Virtual consultations save time and eliminate the frustration of traffic and long waits at the doctor's office. Patients can interact with their healthcare providers from the comfort of their own homes, making healthcare more convenient and accessible.

However, the adoption of new technologies comes with challenges. Physicians want to know if the tools actually work, if they are covered by insurance, what happens in case of failures, and how they integrate into their practices. We need to ensure that the tools meet their expectations and address these concerns.

From a patient's perspective, value and success are measured by factors such as convenience, quality of care, and cost. Telehealth and other digital health tools provide patients with a more satisfying experience, saving them time and delivering higher quality care. Lowering out-of-pocket costs is also a priority, as healthcare expenses continue to rise.

While we often associate AI with cutting-edge advancements, it is already embedded in healthcare operations behind the scenes. AI-powered tools are streamlining supply chain management, scheduling, and insurance processes. In research, AI is accelerating drug discovery and improving diagnostic accuracy.

Events like CES play a crucial role in driving innovation in digital health. They provide a platform for entrepreneurs, innovators, and healthcare professionals to connect and collaborate, ensuring that the technologies developed meet the needs of patients and practitioners.

I hope you find this glimpse into the role of technology and digital health in driving value-based healthcare insightful. If you want to learn more about this topic, make sure to check out Jesse Ehrenfeld's panel, "Digital Health Enabling the New Era of Value-Based Care," at CES.

I am excited to record and share these episodes about the evolving healthcare landscape, and I look forward to bringing you more discussions on the intersection of technology and society in the future.

That's all for now. Stay tuned for our next episode, and until then, take care!

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Resources

Digital Health: Enabling the New Era of Value Based Care: https://www.ces.tech/sessions-events/dhth/dhth02.aspx

Learn more about CES 2024: https://www.ces.tech/

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