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Cutting Through the Hype: What AI Really Means for Provider Data Management

AI for Provider Data Management

AI is everywhere in healthcare, but when it comes to provider data management, clarity is more valuable than hype.

The Real Challenge Isn’t Technology

The reality? Technology is rarely the issue. Today’s systems can automate credentialing checks, validate provider primary source and demographic information, and integrate with CVOs, licensing boards, and state agencies. However, the real value lies in how these technologies are orchestrated – combining automation, APIs, AI scoring, and human oversight into one cohesive solution.

What Success Looks Like

Leading health plans are already seeing results:

  • Continuous monitoring eliminates manual re-verification cycles.
  • Confidence scoring ensures high-quality data with minimal staff input.
  • Smart workflows prioritize tasks based on complexity and risk.
  • Real-time validations accelerate onboarding and reduce inquiry volume.

It’s Not About Using AI, It’s About Using It Well

What separates leaders from laggards isn’t whether they use AI, it’s how they structure it. Effective provider data management blends automation with regulatory compliance and operational precision.

AI doesn’t eliminate people. It eliminates inefficiency and lowers cost.

Looking Ahead

As regulations tighten and network adequacy becomes mission-critical, payers who operationalize AI today will see the benefits tomorrow in cost savings, compliance readiness, and provider satisfaction.

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About the Author

Tammy Hawes is CEO and Founder of Virsys12, a Healthcare Focused Salesforce AppExchange and Consulting Partner. Hawes launched Virsys12 in 2011, with a track record of more than 25 years of executive success.

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About the Author

Tammy Hawes is a Vice President at HealthStream (Nasdaq: HSTM), following HealthStream’s acquisition of Virsys12 in October 2025. She founded Virsys12 in 2011 and led the company’s growth as a leading innovator in Provider Lifecycle Network Management automation and AI. With more than 25 years of executive experience, Hawes continues to advance HealthStream’s mission of empowering healthcare organizations through technology, data, and workforce solutions.