Kaiser Permanente CEO says changing behaviors will change healthcare

Bernard Tyson sees a modern, efficient health system in America's future


Bernard Tyson, CEO of Kaiser Permanente,  sees a modern, efficient health system in America’s future, according to an article on the Fortune website. 

A few of his key points include:

•  Medical institutions have to focus on patient outcomes, not healthcare inputs (like how many CT scans and blood tests a physician orders) 

• Changing American behaviors will change American healthcare. Medical professionals can be rewarded for guiding people into making behavioral choices that are likelier to keep them well.

• Tyson expects the number of digital check-ups to grow. It’s especially good for seniors with chronic conditions

 Read the article.

 

 

 



May 8, 2015


Topic Area: Industry News


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