Public Policy

Veradigm's Courtney Yeakel discusses what payers, health systems and others need to know about compliance with CMS' Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule, which takes effect January 1, 2026.

Its chest X-ray analysis AI tool is the first to receive Europe's clearance for use in children aged 0-3.

AI systems demand massive energy infrastructure, and Tennessee State Sen. Bo Watson says his state has allocated $60 million to develop alternative energy sources to help meet AI's power needs.

The package of bills aims to bolster protections for children using online chatbots, including prohibiting chatbots from representing themselves as healthcare professionals.

HRSA is scheduled to issue approvals to drugmakers by Oct. 15 for implementation of the pilot on Jan. 1, 2026.

AI is transforming care and improving outcomes, but Richard Staynings, chief security strategist at Cylera, says that, without clear governance and federal guidance, cybersecurity, privacy and patient safety may be at risk.

Bob Watson, CEO of Health Gorilla, explains why providers can expect interoperability enforcement under CMS and the advantages of adoption.

Healthcare experts weigh in on how patients and providers will be impacted due to telehealth and hospital-at-home programs not being extended.

At Healthcare 2030, panelists discussed changes to health plans, cost transparency for consumers and the importance of measuring outcomes.

At Healthcare 2023, panelists highlighted how new primary care and patient communication models are enabling patients to stay more connected to the healthcare system.