Healthcare is facing a pivotal moment in provider data management. As revealed in recent research from the American Journal of Managed Care, 40% of provider directory inaccuracies persist for an average of 540 days—an alarming statistic that highlights the industry’s continued reliance on outdated manual processes. With the 2026 REAL Health Providers Act looming and mounting pressure for digital transformation, the industry stands at a crossroads.
The healthcare industry can no longer afford to rely on manual processes and disparate systems for provider data management. As we’ve seen from recent industry recognition and technological advances, 2025 may mark a turning point in how healthcare organizations approach provider data management. Those who embrace this change now will be best positioned to thrive in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape.
The question isn’t whether to modernize provider data management—it’s how quickly organizations can implement solutions that will meet both current needs and future challenges. The technology is ready; now it’s time for healthcare leaders to take action.