Dr. Chandra Bondugula

Price Transparency Expert

During my two decades of medical practice, I saw firsthand the challenges in patient care, high costs, and lack of price transparency. Millions struggle to afford treatment, and even those with insurance often face unexpected medical bills due to a lack of price transparency.

 

I knew something had to change, and I was determined to be part of that change.

Price Transparency Expert
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The Turning Point

When CMS mandated hospital price transparency, I knew this was my chance to empower patients to make informed healthcare decisions.

 

I took the bold step to quit my medical career and built ZeaHealth, my AI-first healthcare startup.

 

Over the next few years, my team and I developed two revolutionary AI products: ZeaMed & ZeaTool. 

We successfully helped Nashville General Hospital become compliant with the CMS Price Transparency Rule using ZeaTool.

ZeaVolution Redefining Healthcare Transparency

ZeaPledge

A campaign encouraging individuals to proactively request prices before receiving healthcare services. The initiative to help patients make informed decisions and take charge of their healthcare costs.

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ZeaStar Certificate

We introduced ZeaStar Certificates to recognize and encourage healthcare providers who comply with Price Transparency regulations.

Healthcare Didactics

As the healthcare and Price Transparency Educator, I always strive to educate people about the concepts and importance of price transparency in healthcare. I have imparted many lectures and didactics on an array of healthcare topics like:

Healthcare Leadership

Administration

Value-based Care

Price Transparency

Quality Care

Health Equity