Mgma Small Talk

Welcome to another episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast. Your host, Daniel Williams, Senior Editor at MGMA, is joined by Chris Bevil, Chief Information Security Officer at InfoSystems, Inc., Tennessee. Chris, a leader in health informatics and cybersecurity, brings over two decades of experience to the table, and today he dives deep into one of the most crucial topics in healthcare: how medical practices can navigate the complexities of cybersecurity and generative AI. Chris also shares his journey, from collegiate baseball to healthcare cybersecurity, adding a personal touch to this insightful episode.Major Takeaways:Generative AI and Cybersecurity: Chris clarifies the distinction between AI and generative AI (Gen AI), emphasizing that while AI is evolving rapidly, it won’t replace jobs as long as people are willing to learn and adapt. As he points out, "You constantly have to have humans in the loop. AI isn’t going to take your job if you're willing to embrace it and learn how to use it."Guardrails for Gene