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The Next Era of Health Data: AI, Open APIs, and the End of the EHR Oligopoly

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Briefings

Healthcare data digitization over the past 15 years has created a new market opportunity where AI and open APIs could disrupt the EHR oligopoly. Dr. Tom Keane, National Coordinator for Health IT, predicts AI competitors to major EHR companies will emerge within one to two years. The discussion covers interoperability, TEFCA, and wearables, with a focus on how data utility can become a competitive advantage.

Key points

• Dr. Tom Keane, National Coordinator for Health IT, predicts AI competitors to dominant EHR companies will emerge within one to two years.
• The National Coordinator for Health IT oversees the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT, which hosts the podcast.

Context

Healthcare spent the last 15 years digitizing medical records, creating a new market for data utility. The National Coordinator for Health IT oversees the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT, which hosts the podcast. The podcast discusses interoperability, TEFCA, and wearables.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single podcast episode with no broader dataset or longitudinal data. Predictions are forecasts based on current trends and expert opinion, not confirmed outcomes. Specific competitor names or exact market share figures are not provided.

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