Banner Health is deploying Qventus’ perioperative technology across the entire organization following the success of an initial pilot. The software integrates with EHRs and uses machine learning to automate operating room scheduling processes and maximize surgical caseloads.
After adopting Qventus’ perioperative solution, Allina Health has seen significant gains in surgical case volume and operating room efficiency in just a few months of using the software. The health system's vice president of surgical services and orthopedics recommended that other health systems adopt automation technology. He said the ROI was clear, but the health system declined to provide actual dollar figures.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Neenah, Wisconsin-based health system ThedaCare announced it is investing $3 million into Qventus, a SaaS company that uses artificial intelligence to automate care operations. The health system will collaborate with Qventus to develop new products, as well as support the company in expanding its technology to additional hospitals across the country.
Wheat Ridge, Colorado-based Lutheran Medical Center, which is part of SCL Health, is using Qventus' technology in the inpatient setting to better coordinate patient discharges.
The Deep Health Seed Program will invest $100,000 to $2 million in the companies it targets, according to a report by TechCrunch.
The company's machine learning tools have been used to reduce wait times in the emergency room and to make more efficient use of operating rooms, among other areas.
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.