Healthcare IT Today November 16, 2023
The previous articles in this series showed how payers, providers, and digital health companies try to prove that they’re helping to create healthier patients. Sara Shanti, a partner specializing in health care at law firm Sheppard Mullin, says that organizations in the wellness space are searching for strong algorithms. But they also want to ensure that technology leads to, and clearly reflects, improved and worthwhile outcomes. This is not likely to emerge for some time. But this final article looks at how some organizations are filling the gap.
Rigor at a Weight Loss Clinic
Dr. Brett Osborn, author of the book Get Serious, is a cynic regarding most wellness measures, particularly those offered by apps. Vital signs are hard for...