Xsolis CMO Honored with Stevie Award for Pioneering AI in Healthcare

NASHVILLE, TN – November 11, 2025 – Dr. Heather Bassett, Chief Medical Officer of healthcare technology firm Xsolis, has been awarded a prestigious Stevie Award for Women in Business. The recognition highlights Dr. Bassett’s pivotal role in advancing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare operations, ultimately leading to improved patient care and streamlined administrative processes.

The Stevie Awards, a globally recognized honor for female leaders and innovators, celebrated Dr. Bassett’s contributions to Xsolis’s flagship platform, Dragonfly. Dragonfly utilizes Dr. Bassett’s clinically-driven ‘Care Level Score’ (CLS) – a proprietary AI system – to objectively assess a patient's appropriate level of care, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing denials.

From Hospitalist to AI Innovator: A Career Driven by Clinical Frustration

Dr. Bassett’s journey to becoming a leading voice in healthcare AI wasn’t a direct path. Prior to joining Xsolis in 2013, she spent eight years as a hospitalist, directly experiencing the challenges of a complex healthcare system. “I became increasingly frustrated with the amount of time spent on administrative tasks and the inconsistencies in how care was authorized,” a source close to Dr. Bassett shared. “She realized that data, when harnessed effectively, could be a powerful tool to alleviate these pain points.”

This realization sparked her interest in data analytics and ultimately led her to Xsolis, a company focused on applying technology to address these systemic challenges. She quickly became instrumental in developing the CLS, combining her extensive clinical expertise with advanced machine learning algorithms.

The ‘Care Level Score’: Bridging the Gap Between Clinical Need and Administrative Reality

The CLS is more than just an algorithm; it’s a sophisticated system that analyzes a multitude of data points to provide an objective assessment of a patient's needs. This, in turn, empowers care teams to make informed decisions, streamline authorizations, and reduce the number of denied claims.

“The key is that it’s clinically driven,” explains another industry expert familiar with the platform. “Many AI solutions in healthcare are built by technologists with limited clinical understanding. Dr. Bassett’s background ensures that the CLS is not just accurate but also aligned with the realities of patient care.”

A Rising Tide of AI in Healthcare: Navigating the Opportunities and Challenges

The adoption of AI in healthcare is rapidly accelerating, driven by the promise of increased efficiency, improved outcomes, and reduced costs. However, the integration of these technologies is not without its challenges.

“There’s a lot of hype around AI, and it’s important to be realistic about what it can and cannot do,” says a healthcare administrator who recently implemented Dragonfly at their facility. “You need leaders like Dr. Bassett who can navigate the complexities and ensure that these technologies are deployed responsibly and ethically.”

Dr. Bassett herself is a vocal advocate for responsible AI, actively leading Xsolis’ involvement with the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI). She emphasizes the importance of transparency, fairness, and accountability in the development and deployment of these technologies.

Beyond the Algorithm: Dr. Bassett’s Multifaceted Leadership

Dr. Bassett’s contributions extend beyond the CLS and her advocacy for responsible AI. She has also been instrumental in building a culture of innovation at Xsolis, fostering collaboration between clinicians, data scientists, and engineers. She launched the podcast, “AI Amplified” in July 2024, providing a platform to discuss the impact of AI in healthcare.

“She’s a natural leader who inspires those around her,” a member of Dr. Bassett’s team shared. “She’s always willing to share her knowledge and mentor others.”

She is also an active participant in the medical community, frequently speaking at industry conferences and publishing articles in leading healthcare publications. Her recent accolade as one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Women in Health IT to Know” from 2023-2025 underscores her influence within the field.

The Future of AI in Healthcare: A Clinically Driven Vision

As AI continues to transform healthcare, Dr. Bassett’s vision for a clinically driven approach will be crucial. Her work at Xsolis and her leadership in the industry demonstrate the power of combining clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology.

“Dr. Bassett’s award is a well-deserved recognition of her contributions to the field,” says a healthcare consultant specializing in AI implementation. “She’s a true innovator who is helping to shape the future of healthcare.”

With the Stevie Award as a testament to her achievements, Dr. Heather Bassett is poised to continue leading the charge toward a more efficient, effective, and patient-centered healthcare system powered by responsible and clinically-driven AI.

About Xsolis:

Xsolis is a healthcare technology company dedicated to improving the efficiency and accuracy of healthcare operations through the use of artificial intelligence. Their flagship platform, Dragonfly, helps hospitals and health systems optimize care authorization, reduce denials, and improve patient outcomes.