Value-based care promises better outcomes and lower costs, but making it work in the real world requires more than good intentions. In this episode, Jon Lange speaks with Jay Ackerman, President and CEO of Reveleer, about how fragmented healthcare data, operational friction, and the sheer complexity of the US healthcare system have slowed progress—and how smarter analytics and AI can help unlock the full potential of value-based care. Jay explains how Reveleer turns messy clinical data into actionable insights for payors and providers, helping them improve quality, cost, and outcomes for patients. He also shares lessons on leadership, culture, M&A discipline, and the personal experiences that keep him focused on building a more connected and effective healthcare system.

Key Takeaways

• Reveleer helps payors and providers translate fragmented clinical data into actionable intelligence that supports risk adjustment, quality improvement, and stronger financial performance in value-based care.
• Providers face major operational complexity, as they often work across fee-for-service and value-based models, while also managing a variety of incentive structures across multiple payors.
• Reveleer’s Hybrid AI approach uses Gemini alongside a clinical rules engine to surface highly precise insights at the point of care, reducing noise and helping clinicians focus on what matters most.
• Jay’s approach to M&A is product-led and highly disciplined, with acquisitions focused on filling strategic gaps rather than just adding revenue or customers.
• Strong leadership in healthcare IT requires constant attention to culture, team, and strategy, along with a deep understanding of real healthcare problems and their real-world impact on patients.