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CAQH Rebrands as DataSpring to Power the Next Era of Healthcare Data

CAQH — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:18:25 GMT

Building on CAQH’s 25 years of industry leadership, DataSpring brings the most comprehensive dataset of provider records and member eligibility data in the U.S.

AJMC Report: Scale proven approaches for meaningful improvement

CAQH — Fri, 08 May 2026 16:54:56 GMT

TheAmerican Journal of Managed Care reports that the latest CAQH Index findings highlight a significant opportunity to reduce healthcare costs by addressing systemic administrative inefficiencies. Broader and more consistent use of existing electronic administrative processes could unlock up to $20 billion in annual savings.

Podcast: From Fragmented Data to a More Connected Healthcare System with Sarah Ahmad

CAQH — Fri, 01 May 2026 13:08:12 GMT

Provider data may sit behind the scenes, but when fragmented or outdated, it creates friction across the entire healthcare system. In this podcast, Sarah Ahmad, CAQH CEO, shares how better provider data management can reduce friction, improve efficiency, and build a more connected healthcare ecosystem.

CAQH Appoints Dr. Alex Ding as Chief Medical Officer

CAQH — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:42:31 GMT

CAQH, the trusted data connector at the core of healthcare, today announced that Alexander Ding, M.D., M.S., M.B.A., has joined the organization as Chief Medical Officer. In this role, Ding will bring a critical clinical perspective to CAQH’s strategy and solutions as the organization continues to expand its impact across the healthcare system. His leadership will ensure CAQH’s platforms and partnerships reflect real‑world clinical experience, supporting more accurate data, less administrative burden, and greater confidence across healthcare.

HealthLeaders Media: CAQH Data Highlights Revenue Cycle Readiness for New Regulations

CAQH — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:58:22 GMT

A new HealthLeaders Media article highlights CAQH data showing that as the deadline for the CMS Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule approaches, providers are losing confidence in their ability to meet the mandate.

The article cites the 2025 CAQH Index, which found that fully moving from manual administrative work to automated electronic workflows could save the healthcare industry $21 billion. Erin Weber, Chief Policy and Research Officer at CAQH, notes that those gains depend on standardized digital workflows, not technology layered onto broken manual processes.

“The biggest returns on AI tend to come when AI is layered on top of standardized digital workflows, and not when it’s used to patch broken manual processes,” Weber says.

Read the full article at HealthLeaders Media.

HealthLeaders Media: How Full Automation of Administrative Workflows Could Save $21 Billion

CAQH — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:28:20 GMT

Despite the proliferation of technology and aging promises of true interoperability, the revenue cycle still relies heavily on manual processes and disparate payer portals. The newly released 2025 CAQH Index illuminates where these automation gaps exist.

Learn More: How Full Automation of Administrative Workflows Could Save $21 Billion | HealthLeaders Media

Working Smarter with the CAQH Index: Introducing Tools that Help You Move from Insight to Action

Erin Weber, Chief Policy and Research Officer, CAQH — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:00:32 GMT

For more than a decade, the CAQH Index has been a trusted resource for leaders across healthcare. Every year, thousands of people download the report to track progress, identify opportunities to reduce waste, and guide investments that improve administrative efficiency.

Chief Healthcare Executive Interview with Erin Weber: Saving Billions with More Automation

CAQH — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:12:39 GMT

Nearly all claim submissions (98%) and checks to verify benefits (96%) take place electronically, according to the latest CAQH Index. Erin Weber, chief policy and research officer of CAQH, wants to see those numbers get to 100%. She says those few percentage points actually amount to billions of dollars.

2025 CAQH Index Shows U.S. Healthcare Avoided $258 Billion and Accelerated Automation, Interoperability and AI Adoption

CAQH — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:58:04 GMT

New CAQH Index Pro platform gives organizations the insights they need to pinpoint cost drivers, compare themselves to national benchmarks and make confident, data-driven decisions.

CAQH Appoints Melissa Frieswick as Chief Commercial Officer

CAQH — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:31:27 GMT

Marking a new phase of growth as CAQH strengthens how it works with providers, health plans, and partners.