Architecting Comprehensive Digital Ecosystems in Healthcare Insurance by Harmonizing Big Data Analytics, Cloud Infrastructure, and Artificial Intelligence Models

Authors

Lakshmi Narasimhan Srinivasagopalan
Senior Technical Lead, Plano Texas, USA.

Synopsis

This book explores the transformative potential of digital ecosystems in healthcare insurance, emphasizing the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, cloud computing, and blockchain. It highlights how these technologies enable interoperability, improve customer-centric services, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen data security while fostering innovation and sustainability. Key themes include the role of AI in risk assessment and fraud detection, the importance of big data analytics in personalized care and policy design, the scalability and resilience of cloud infrastructures, and the potential of blockchain for transparency and trust. The book also examines global trends shaping the future of healthcare insurance ecosystems, including predictive analytics, decentralized systems, and sustainability integration. Final recommendations focus on fostering collaboration, advancing workforce capabilities, and prioritizing customer empowerment, providing a roadmap for achieving a seamless, efficient, and secure healthcare insurance landscape.

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January 4, 2025