Health systems are increasingly turning to AI technology to improve operations and patient care. At the recent HLTH 2025 conference in Las Vegas, executives from top health systems such as Risant Health, Advocate Health, and Houston Methodist shared how their investments in AI have brought about positive changes.
One Health, a primary care network under Atrium Health, has seen success in using AI solutions to identify diseases early and implement lower-cost solutions. Kelly Garrison, Chief Value Officer at Atrium, emphasized the importance of investing in tools that have a broad reach and cost-saving potential. By identifying early interventions, Atrium has been able to manage high blood pressure in patients before medication is needed.
Houston Methodist has implemented a “smart hospital” strategy that utilizes wearable technology and an AI-backed care traffic control center to monitor and direct patient care more efficiently. This has led to a reduction in the average mortality rate at the health system. Dr. Mark Boom, President and CEO of Houston Methodist, highlighted the role of AI in making faster and safer decisions for care teams.
Risant Health, a Kaiser Permanente-owned nonprofit health system, has integrated value-based care guides into its electronic health records to standardize care practices across facilities. The system’s Intelligent Triage tool has reduced unnecessary emergency room visits and specialty referrals, leading to faster resolutions for patients and lower costs.
Geisinger, a part of the Risant Health network, has embraced virtual consults and e-consults to improve specialty care access and convenience for patients. The health system has also seen significant time savings for physicians through ambient listening technology for notetaking.
Overall, health systems are optimistic about the future of AI in healthcare, with a focus on ambient AI, notetaking software, and virtual care settings. These technologies not only improve operations and patient care but also help reduce burnout among healthcare providers. As the industry continues to evolve, the integration of AI tools will be crucial for attracting and retaining top talent in healthcare facilities.
