05 May Health Data News Roundup: AI Data Integration Challenges; Better Member Experiences; and Interoperability for EMS

Welcome to the Health Data Weekly News Roundup from IMAT Solutions. As the power of data continues to grow in the healthcare arena, today’s care organizations need to be on the forefront of all news and trends to help ensure that their data analytics efforts deliver accountable and informed care. Each week, we will provide you with the actionable news you need to meet these goals.

Healthcare AI Adoption Up, But Data and Integration Challenges Persist
Seventy percent of healthcare payers and providers are actively implementing generative AI technologies. However, around 47% of healthcare leaders cite data quality and integration issues as major barriers to AI adoption, according to Healthcare IT News.

Why Member Experience, Healthcare Costs Are Key for Payers
Healthcare payers need to focus on broad issues like benefit design, engagement and digital strategies as they tailor a better member experience, according to Health Payer Intelligence.

5 Use Cases for Generative AI In Healthcare Documentation
GenAI in healthcare offers promise for tasks such as clinical documentation, but clearly defined regulations and standards are needed to maximize benefits and minimize risks, as highlighted in this xtelligent article that also features five AI uses cases.

Improving Poison Response with Statewide HIE
The Connecticut Poison Control Center uses the statewide HIE to access real-time clinical data, enhancing response accuracy and improving outcomes in toxic exposure cases, as highlighted in this xtelligent podcast.

Bringing Patient Data to the Frontlines: Why Interoperability Must Include EMS
EMS providers often treat patients without medical history, risking delays, errors, and guesswork. But new national data-sharing frameworks are starting to close that gap, bringing critical records to first responders in real time, according to this MedCity News article.

Humana Posts $1.2B Profit in Q1
Humana recorded a net income of $1.2 billion in the first quarter of 2025, up from a net income of $741 million during the same period last year, according to its April 30 financial report.