In episode 70 of the API Intersection podcast, Bryan Thomas and Puneet Kumar from Humana discuss their roles in advancing API and integration strategies within the healthcare provider, emphasizing the importance of APIs in enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation. They highlight the complex ecosystem of healthcare, where resilient and standards-based APIs are crucial for improving service delivery and health outcomes. The conversation delves into Humana's journey towards API standardization and governance, focusing on automation and compliance with industry standards like FHIR to ensure data security and interoperability. A cultural shift towards consumer-oriented API design is also explored, emphasizing the need to address real-world problems through an outside-in approach that prioritizes consumer needs. The discussion concludes by positioning Humana's API strategy as a reflection of broader healthcare industry transformations, showcasing the potential of APIs to foster a more integrated and patient-centric ecosystem while serving as a guide for other organizations in the sector.