The EverHealth team just returned from the  Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) 2026 Global Health Conference in Las Vegas. More than 24,000 people gathered to hear the who’s who of leading technologists and innovators discuss the latest developments in healthcare. The energy was incredible, and we left feeling more inspired than ever about the future of patient care.

Our EverHealth booth was humming with activity all week. We eagerly showcased our integrated electronic health record (EHR) DrChrono, and how it brings scheduling, documentation, and billing together in one mobile-friendly, AI-powered platform. We enjoyed sharing its incredible features with participants, including predictive patient scheduling, mobile charting, and automated billing management.

We were especially excited to introduce our latest tool, EverHealth Scribe. This ambient AI scribe technology turns clinical conversations into accurate, structured, EHR-ready notes. We loved demonstrating the benefits of our latest feature, including how it can help providers draft structured clinical notes directly within the DrChrono workflow, saving valuable time per patient visit. 

While navigating the HIMSS conference, we noticed the event definitely had its “swagger back.” The vibe was electric. We explored the exhibits and saw everything from advanced agentic AI models to impressive new hospital-at-home tech. Every corner offered something valuable. 

Healthcare leaders delivered educational sessions, innovators shared groundbreaking insights, and exhibitors showcased their most ambitious projects.To share the excitement, this article highlights our five HIMSS26 takeaways on what is trending in healthcare right now.

1. From Predictive to Agentic Artificial Intelligence

For the past few years, predictive and generative artificial intelligence (AI) have dominated the conversation at almost every health conference. However, HIMSS 2026 marked a massive shift toward agentic AI. Instead of just predicting what might happen, agentic AI actually takes secure, authorized actions on behalf of users. 

What’s the buzz? Different conference panels discussed how these proactive systems can automatically trigger follow-up protocols, manage patient communication, and dynamically adjust care plans. 

For example, one Massachusetts health system is using AI agents to answer phone calls and routine questions in multiple languages, offloading work from staff and improving patient experience.

Healthcare leaders anticipate that agentic AI will be baked into technology platforms and that the shift from passive prediction to active assistance will enable providers to trust technology to handle routine tasks seamlessly. This evolution reduces physicians’ cognitive load and ensures patients receive timely, responsive care without excessive delays.

2. Hospital-at-Home and Ambient Tech

We saw incredible advancements in hospital-at-home technologies this year (e.g., connected wearable sensors and medical-grade home monitoring devices like blood pressure monitors) that make remote patient monitoring (RPM) feel completely natural. 

What’s the buzz? Apple’s Dr. Sunbul Desai keynote session on “Scientific Excellence Meets Digital Innovation: Human-Centered Healthcare” discussed how wearables are putting health data directly into consumers’ hands, shifting from reactive to proactive healthcare models, and ultimately fostering a stronger patient-provider partnership. 

Vendors also showcased ambient tech that quietly monitors patient vitals, movement, and recovery progress from the comfort of their living rooms. This approach significantly lowers readmission rates and improves patient satisfaction. 

We also noticed a strong focus on making these remote tools user-friendly for older populations. By integrating ambient sensors with smart devices for instance, healthcare systems can now safely and effectively deliver acute-level care in a home setting.

We loved seeing this ambient technology throughout the conference, as it falls directly in line with EverHealth Scribe. Our HIPAA-compliant tool also quietly runs in the background. It helps providers filter out small talk and capture relevant medical information, automatically structuring it into a clinical note that integrates directly into the EHR. This ambient technology produces records that providers can trust.

3. The Search for ROI and Accountability

Innovation is exciting, but HIMSS attendees made one thing clear: healthcare providers and systems are tired of paying for software that does not deliver measurable results. 

What’s the buzz? We heard discussions from HIMSS attendees about the need for mandatory ROI and accountability from technology vendors. The conversation in the healthcare hemisphere has shifted from “what can AI do” to “what is actually delivering value.” 

They need to see exactly how a new tool reduces costs, saves time, or improves patient outcomes before they commit to a purchase. Flashy features are no longer enough to close a deal for providers. 

Vendors must provide clear case studies, transparent pricing, and guaranteed performance metrics. This demand for accountability pushes health tech companies to build better, more reliable products that genuinely solve operational challenges. 

4. Autonomous Workflows

Staff burnout remains a critical issue, and the global health conference highlighted autonomous workflows as a primary solution. 

What’s the buzz? Autonomous workflows are the moment. This technology does the heavy lifting behind the scenes. It performs tasks such as processing insurance verifications, managing prior authorizations, and automatically routing incoming lab results to the correct provider. 

Thought leaders discussed how autonomous workflows allow practices to operate much more efficiently, and their staff members to shift their focus from lower-level tasks to meaningful engagement with patients. 

We are thrilled to see this trend, as it aligns perfectly with our goal of streamlining practice management with solutions like DrChrono. Our platform uses advanced AI automation software to help providers manage scheduling, charting, billing, and patient communication in a single system, keeping practices running smoothly while simultaneously reducing admin burnout.

5. Cybersecurity Vigilance

Cybersecurity vigilance was a dominant theme across dozens of educational sessions and keynote speeches. 

What’s the buzz? Experts emphasized the importance of zero-trust architectures and continuous threat monitoring. Or, in layman’s terms: “never trust, always verify,” which requires organizations to have strict identity validation for every user and device, whether inside or outside a network. 

Several panels, like “Tech Rationalization for Healthcare Cyber Readiness,” discussed cybersecurity vigilance and why protecting sensitive patient data matters. Other sessions discussed AI becoming agentic (acting autonomously) and the need to be focused on creating structured guardrails to prevent AI from causing harm or data breaches.

Ransomware also remains a persistent threat, and organizations are shifting from simple defense mechanisms to rapid recovery protocols. The central message? Health systems must assume breaches will happen and build resilient infrastructures that bounce back instantly to keep patient care uninterrupted.

Final Thoughts on HIMSS26

HIMSS 2026 proved that healthcare technology is moving toward smarter, accurate, accountable, and highly secure solutions. We loved making our mark by sharing how DrChrono brings scheduling, documentation, and billing together in one mobile-friendly, AI-powered platform. 

We also enjoyed demonstrating how ambient AI solutions like EverHealth Scribe turn clinical conversations into accurate, EHR-ready notes, improving efficiency and supercharging daily workflows. 

We left the event energized by the focus on agentic AI, robust remote care, autonomous workflows, and streamlined operations. We felt these topics and future projections perfectly align with EverHealth’s mission and commitment to developing and delivering smarter technology that drives tangible outcomes for providers and patients alike.

Want to learn more about EverHealth Scribe? Learn more about DrChrono and discover how our AI-powered solutions are built for the real-world needs of your practice and every step of the patient journey!

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