Mike Esworthy, Chief Strategy Officer at EnableComp, shares his expert perspective in a recent article for The American Journal of Healthcare Strategy: HIMSS25: The Dawn of a New Era in Healthcare Technology
“As anticipated, AI dominated HIMSS25, with almost every vendor showcasing AI-enabled solutions. Yet, important nuances broke through the buzz. Providers remain focused on automation tools to reduce the burden of administrative tasks, while the innovation hub highlighted the potential to solve more complex tasks utilizing Agentic AI.
Regardless of approach, proving ROI is key. On the legislative side, there is widespread awareness of potential changes in federal funding, with stakeholders remaining vigilant and prepared to respond. And finally, it was clear staffing remains a persistent challenge for providers with funding uncertainty further complicating budget and risk management.
As a result, interest in ROI-positive vendor services and solutions continues to grow—especially those leveraging AI. The integration of AI technology in healthcare, particularly in areas like revenue cycle management and clinical documentation, was a major focus for many attendees looking to improve efficiency and reduce costs.”
