Carrie Kozlowski, COO and co-founder of Upfront by Health Catalyst, offers her perspective on the dual pressures facing healthcare in 2026 as organizations contend with rising healthcare prices and the imperative to cut administrative costs. She emphasizes how strategic use of technology and patient engagement can help systems navigate cost inflation while improving operational efficiency and care delivery. Her insights underscore the need for proactive cost-containment approaches that don’t compromise patient outcomes amid a challenging financial landscape.
