Live from Arizona HIMSS, Joy welcomes welcomes Alice Raia and Melissa Kotrys, who share their unique perspectives on navigating the complex world of healthcare. Alice Raia, CIO of Equality Health, discusses her journey from software engineering to healthcare, driven by a desire to improve the patient experience after witnessing her family's struggle with cancer. She highlights Equality Health's role in value-based care for Medicaid patients and their use of data-driven technology to empower healthcare practices. Melissa Kotrys, CEO of Contexture, elaborates on the organization's mission to connect healthcare data systems and improve patient outcomes in Arizona and Colorado. She emphasizes the impact of data analytics in identifying gaps in care and facilitating better healthcare decisions. Together, Alice and Melissa provide valuable insights into innovative approaches to healthcare delivery and data utilization, making this episode a must-listen for anyone navigating the healthcare puzzle.
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