


Dear Valued Customers & Partners,
Welcome to The Consensus: Q1 2025 Edition!
There’s always something new and exciting happening in the world of digital transformation. This issue is packed with must-know industry trends and insights, customer successes, plus exciting takeaways from ViVE and HIMSS.
Let’s dive in!

The Consensus team


News You Can Use: Live at HIMSS25 with Bevey Miner
Featuring EVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
This podcast episode reveals the surprising revenue drain caused by information silos and dives deep into the tangible impact of data-sharing failures on patient care and your bottom line. We’re providing practical solutions for organizations that can’t simply abandon legacy tools like faxing.
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The Tate Chronicles: Live at HIMSS25 with Jeffrey Sullivan
Featuring CTO, Jeffrey Sullivan
Security can’t be an afterthought in a highly regulated industry like healthcare, yet many efforts to apply digital security frameworks to information exchange exacerbate the digital divide. The reason: not every healthcare organization has the resources to comply. Jeff Sullivan currently chairs the ANSI Consensus Body for Interoperable Secure Cloud Fax under the auspices of DirectTrust, and discusses their work to address this critical issue.
Listen Now ›CIOs Agree, It’s Time to Overcome Healthcare’s Reliance on Paper Fax
By EVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
Healthcare CIOs are increasingly recognizing the urgent need to move beyond paper-based systems for data exchange, as reliance on outdated technologies hampers communication and care coordination. With a significant portion of the industry still dependent on paper, the shift to digital solutions offers a promising pathway for improving efficiency and patient care.
Read Now ›Beyond Paper: Celebrating the Future of Fax as an Intelligent Conduit of Health Data
By CRO and EVP, Operations, Johnny Hecker
From analog lines to AI-powered solutions, the history of fax is more interesting than you might think. This blog explores the fascinating evolution of this essential technology and its surprising role in modern digital workflows. Learn why this seemingly outdated technology is still a vital part of health data exchange, and how it’s actually changing the game.
Read Now › Harnessing the Power of the Cloud to Support Growth Initiatives
Featuring Geoff Brown, CIO at Piedmont
eBook – Overcoming Healthcare’s Digital Divide with Modern Fax
Care coordination chaos? You’re not alone. Our new ebook reveals how information-sharing breakdowns are affecting healthcare, especially for rural and post-acute facilities. Get exclusive survey data and learn actionable strategies to bridge the gap between tech-haves and have-nots, within even the same health systems.
Turning Expensive Health Disparities into Economic Opportunities
By EVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
Achieving health equity is no longer just a moral obligation for healthcare organizations. It’s also a significant step toward improving revenue and reducing healthcare costs. This blog reveals the surprising business case for health equity and why a solid strategy is no longer optional—it’s essential for your bottom line.
The Healthcare Blog: Interview with Bevey Miner at HIMSS25
Featuring EVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
Unlocking AI’s potential in healthcare? It starts with understanding unstructured data. Bevey Miner, a seasoned expert in healthcare policy and technology, reveals the ‘murky backwaters’ of this critical information and how it impacts patient care. Get the inside scoop on the future of healthcare technology.
ViVE and HIMSS 2025: A View from the Front Lines of Healthcare Innovation
By CRO and EVP, Operations, Johnny Hecker
Healthcare is changing fast. ViVE and HIMSS 2025 showcased the critical tech you need to know about. We’re diving into the AI, cloud fax, and interoperability advancements that are making a tangible difference. See how these innovations are translating into measurable results and learn how your organization can benefit.
Navigating the Rise to the C-Suite: Lessons for Women in Health Tech
Featuring Rebecca Woods, Former CIO, Founder Propel Health Advisors and Bluebird Leaders and Renee Broadbent MBA, CCSFP, CHC, CIO SoNE Healthcare
HITea with Grace Podcast – Bevey Miner Spills the Tea on the History of Interoperability, TEFCA, and Closing the Digital Divide
Featuring SVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
Tune in with Consensus’ Bevey Miner, EVP of Healthcare Strategy at Consensus Cloud Solutions, as she explores the history of healthcare interoperability and discusses her career journey, the progress of TEFCA and FHIR standards, and key insights into the challenges and impact of interoperability in post-acute care.
Listen Now › Helping Health Care’s ‘Digital Have-Nots’ Bridge the Digital Divide
By SVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
Feeling frustrated by healthcare’s digital divide? You’re not alone. This article explores the real challenges of data exchange between large hospitals and smaller facilities. Discover how you can empower your organization with practical tools like cloud fax to create a more equitable system.
Read Now › A Health IT Leader’s Wish List for 2025: Tech Equity and Health Equity
By SVP Healthcare Strategy & Policy, Bevey Miner
Don’t let tech disparities dictate patient outcomes. As 2025 kicks into full gear, empower your health system with the knowledge to bridge the digital divide. This blog unveils actionable insights on cloud solutions, AI, and data exchange to ensure equitable access and transform patient care.
Elevate Fax Efficiency: athenahealth and Consensus Partner to Integrate Cloud Fax with Your EHR
Featuring Mohana Nagda, Corporate Strategy Manager, athenahealth
The Consensus Newsletter
April 2025
Beyond Paper: Celebrating the Evolution of Fax as an Intelligent Conduit of Health Data
Turning Expensive Health Disparities into Economic Opportunities
ViVE and HIMSS 2025: A View from the Front Lines of Healthcare Innovation