How TPAs Use AI & APIs to Modernize | Dr. Stephen Tahta of Allegiance with Matt Salerno of VBA

The TPA world is moving faster than ever. What happens when legacy systems can no longer keep up with the demand for real-time data, complex integrations, and AI?In this episode of Care Beyond Code: VBA's SVP of Engineering Matt Salerno, and Allegiance President & CEO Stephen Tahta, pull back the curtain on the massive tech modernization happening right now. They break down the critical shift from on-prem "Old Faithful" systems to scalable, resilient, and secure cloud platforms that are ready for the future.What you'll learn:-- What is an API? Plus, an "airport" analogy for healthcare data.-- Why APIs are the "connective tissue" for real-time care.-- How AI is actually being used (Hint: It's not replacing humans).-- A look at VBA's new AI tools: Project Oscar & Project Stormbreaker.00:00 Introduction01:15 The Modern TPA Landscape03:56 Stephen's "Airport" Analogy06:48 The Challenge of "Old Faithful"08:06 The Drivers for Modernization09:52 Why Move to the Cloud?12:14 The Real Speed of the Cloud15:43 What is an API? (The Restaurant Analogy)18:42 APIs as "Connective Tissue"21:51 How VBA Approaches AI25:30 VBA's AI Projects: Oscar & Stormbreaker27:12 AI Frees Humans for Human Work29:51 Predictive Insights with AI31:50 Conclusion: Complexity vs. InnovationLearn more about VBA's solutions for TPAs and health plans at vbasoftware.com. Don't forget to subscribe for more insights into the future of healthcare tech.#HealthcareTechnology #TPA #DigitalTransformation