On this episode of FINN Voices host Erica Olenski, VP at FINN Partners speaks with Sean Harrison, Chief AI & Analytics Officer at Acentra Health about key considerations for state-level AI policy and adoption, including insights from the Safe AI in Medicaid Alliance (SAMA).
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Takeaways
- SAMA is public-private partnership and collaborative industry initiative that helps states navigate AI complexities and avoid starting from scratch.
- States must establish strong governance for AI implementation so protocols keep pace with evolving technology.
- AI solutions are not one-size-fits-all and collaboration across stakeholders is vital to identify lessons learned, incorporate best practices, and accelerate programs.
- A “human-in-the-lead” approach helps ensure AI tools are designed to assist and empower staff.
- Teamwork between the right people and technology helps states stay agile and prepare for the future.
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FINN Voices
Amplifying the power of health innovation to improve people’s lives.
FINN Voices amplifies the power of health innovation and information technology. Hosted by health experts from FINN Partners, each episode offers a peek behind the curtain of innovation with healthcare’s leading changemakers. We talk about their ideas and challenges along the way; continually shaping critical conversations and introducing the new health technologies that lie ahead.
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