In this episode of Boombostic Health, host Bradley Bostic speaks with Greg Stein, CEO of Shadowbox, about the challenges and innovations surrounding electronic health records (EHRs) and lab test ordering. They discuss the limitations of traditional EHR systems, the innovative solutions Shadowbox provides to streamline lab test ordering, and the broader implications for diagnostics and patient care. The conversation also touches on community health initiatives, the importance of interoperability in healthcare, and the potential for partnerships to enhance healthcare delivery.

Takeaways

• The business of healthcare is fundamentally broken.
• Shadowbox offers an innovative solution for lab test ordering.
• Faxes are still prevalent in healthcare communications.
• Shadowbox has achieved a 20% reduction in denials for labs.
• The Shadowbox system can be applied to various diagnostics, not just labs.
• There is a significant opportunity to flag patients for clinical trials.
• Healthcare interoperability is a $950 billion problem.
• No single solution fits all healthcare interoperability needs.
• The time for healthcare innovation is now.
• Partnerships can enhance healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Electronic Health Records and Their Challenges

04:52 Innovative Solutions for Lab Test Ordering

09:05 Expanding Beyond Labs: Applicability to Other Diagnostics

12:22 Research Opportunities and Clinical Trials

16:22 Community Engagement and Public Health Initiatives

19:54 Understanding Interoperability and Integration Challenges

27:10 Partnerships and Future Directions in Healthcare