Business of EP: No EP Clinical Programmatic Innovation = EP Extinction! (non-ACE)-Business of EP: No EP Clinical Programmatic Innovation = EP Extinction! (non-ACE)

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At the 46th annual San Diego Heart Rhythms conference, industry experts and medical professionals convened to discuss crucial topics in the field of electrophysiology (EP), with a focus on device clinic business models and potential innovations to sustain EP services. Amy Tucker from the Sanger Heart and Vascular Institute presented on innovative billing strategies, highlighting misconceptions about device clinic revenue, and the importance of APPs serving as supervising providers. Brett Atwater of Inova Health analyzed the hub-and-spoke healthcare model's impact on atrial fibrillation care, advocating for decentralized care to enhance accessibility and outcomes in underserved areas.<br /><br />A lively debate followed between industry representatives Blaron and James Alred regarding the use of third parties for remote device monitoring. Blaron argued for the integration of third-party cloud software and labor services to improve the efficiency and scale of remote monitoring, while Alred highlighted potential quality and compliance issues, emphasizing in-house management over outsourcing. Both acknowledged the potential of AI to advance monitoring services but stressed the need for regulatory oversight and clinician involvement for successful implementation.<br /><br />The session underscored the importance of collaboration between healthcare providers and industry for technological advancements in EP, with an emphasis on maintaining quality, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding patient data. The debate showcased contrasting perspectives on outsourcing in healthcare, reinforcing the importance of careful evaluation when integrating third-party services.

Keywords

San Diego Heart Rhythms

electrophysiology

device clinic business models

innovative billing strategies

hub-and-spoke healthcare model

atrial fibrillation care

remote device monitoring

third-party cloud software

AI in healthcare

outsourcing in healthcare