Experts to Discuss Future of Healthcare Data Interoperability in PACE Programs

As the United States faces a rapidly aging population, the healthcare industry is grappling with the challenge of providing comprehensive care for seniors with complex needs. To address this issue, Intus Care, a technology leader in the PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) market, is organizing a virtual roundtable discussion on 'PACE and the Future of Healthcare Data Interoperability' scheduled for Thursday, November 14 at 1 p.m. ET.

The roundtable will bring together prominent figures in healthcare and the PACE community, including Shawn Bloom, CEO and president of the National PACE Association (NPA), Dr. David Feinberg, Chairman of Oracle Health, and Stephanie Rock, Vice President of Product at Intus Care. Robbie Felton, Cofounder and CEO of Intus Care, will moderate the discussion.

This event comes at a critical time as the U.S. population ages significantly. By 2050, adults 65 years or older are projected to increase by 30%, from 63 million to 82 million, representing nearly a quarter of the U.S. population. This demographic shift underscores the growing importance of PACE programs, which currently serve over 78,500 participants across 178 programs in 33 states and the District of Columbia.

PACE, recognized as the gold standard for seniors with complex care needs, aims to provide comprehensive, integrated care that allows participants to continue living at home and in their communities. With 95% of PACE participants able to remain in their homes, the model has proven effective in meeting its goals. However, as demand grows, PACE organizations face the challenge of scaling their services efficiently.

The roundtable will focus on crucial aspects of healthcare system interoperability, including what the PACE community can learn from modern interoperability standards in the broader value-based care community and why PACE needs an interoperable and modular technology strategy as it expands. These discussions are vital as PACE organizations seek to implement unified documentation systems that can integrate and share data securely and seamlessly across care teams.

Robbie Felton emphasized the importance of this topic, stating, 'The future of interoperability in PACE lies in seamless data sharing across care teams, empowering providers to deliver truly coordinated, patient-centered care.' He acknowledged that while progress has been made, regulatory and technological hurdles still exist. However, he believes that overcoming these challenges will 'unlock unprecedented value and transform how we care for our aging population.'

The implications of improved interoperability in PACE programs are far-reaching. Enhanced data sharing and coordination could lead to more efficient care delivery, reduced healthcare costs, and improved patient outcomes. For the growing elderly population, this could mean better quality of life and the ability to age in place with comprehensive support.

Furthermore, as PACE programs expand to meet increasing demand, the lessons learned and solutions developed could have broader applications in the healthcare industry. The push for interoperability in PACE aligns with larger trends in healthcare towards more integrated, patient-centered care models.

This virtual roundtable represents an important step in addressing the technological and operational challenges facing PACE programs as they prepare for future growth. By bringing together experts from various sectors of the healthcare industry, the event aims to foster dialogue and generate insights that could shape the future of elderly care in the United States.

The discussion is open to anyone interested in interoperability, healthcare, and PACE, offering an opportunity for professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to gain valuable insights into the future of healthcare data management and its impact on elderly care. For those unable to attend the live event, a recording will be made available following the roundtable, ensuring wide access to this important conversation on the future of healthcare data interoperability in PACE programs.