Join us for an exclusive interview with Shyam Manoj Karunakaran, Executive Vice President & Market Head, Health Plans at CitiusTech, as he shares insights into the evolving landscape of healthcare technology and digital transformation. With over two decades of experience in the U.S. healthcare industry, Shyam is a thought leader driving innovation across key health plan initiatives such as price transparency, quality management, value-based contracts, interoperability, data & analytics, AI, and consumer experience.
Summary
In this interview, Shyam Manoj Karunakaran, Executive Vice President & Market Head, Health Plans at CitiusTech, delves into the most significant technological trends and challenges facing healthcare IT today. He highlights how industry leaders are addressing these challenges and leveraging technology to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes. Shyam discusses the various value-based care strategies employed by organizations, including large nationals, regional players, and newer risk-bearing entities. He provides insights into the evolving landscape of Medicare Advantage and explores the regulatory pressures and market dynamics shaping its future trajectory. The conversation also delves into the transformative potential of Generative AI in the healthcare industry and its implications for payers. Shyam shares his perspective on how AI, particularly Generative AI, can empower health plans to enhance their operations and improve member outcomes. Furthermore, Shyam examines the role of technology in industry consolidations and member acquisition strategies for health plans. He discusses the importance of stack integration in gaining a competitive edge and enhancing the overall member experience. Don’t miss this insightful discussion on the future of healthcare technology and the critical role of digital transformation in driving innovation and improving patient care.
About Shyam Manoj Karunakaran
Shyam Manoj Karunakaran is the Executive Vice President and Market Head, Health Plans at CitiusTech. He is focused on driving innovation across key Health Plan initiatives such as Price Transparency, Quality Management, Value-based Contracts, Interoperability, Data & Analytics, AI, Consumer Experience and more. He has more than 20 years of experience in the U.S. healthcare industry across payers, providers, pharma/life sciences, and IT companies.
About CitiusTech
CitiusTech is a leading provider of digital technology and consulting services to payer, provider, medical technology, and life sciences companies. With over 8,500 healthcare technology professionals worldwide, CitiusTech powers healthcare digital innovation, business transformation and industry-wide convergence for over 140 organizations, through next-generation technologies, solutions, and products. Key focus areas include healthcare interoperability, secure data management, quality and performance analytics, real world data, clinical research optimization, virtual trials, value-based care, patient experience, medical imaging, connected health, payer-provider convergence, care coordination and population health management. CitiusTech’s cutting-edge technology expertise, deep healthcare domain expertise and a strong focus on digital transformation enables healthcare and life sciences companies to reinvent themselves to deliver better outcomes, accelerate growth, drive efficiencies, and ultimately make a meaningful impact to patients. Follow CitiusTech on Twitter or LinkedIn. https://www.citiustech.com/
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