The Compliance Advantage

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Compliance Advantage Podcast, host Ross Ronan is joined by Basia Fit, General Counsel at Emergency Care Partners, to discuss the strategic importance of compliance in healthcare. Basia shares insights from her extensive M&A experience and emphasizes the need for proactive compliance programs to safeguard growth, build regulatory trust, and maintain a com...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Advantage Podcast, host Ross Ronan is joined by Melanie Sponholz, Chief Compliance Officer and Director of Responsible Investing at Wad Capital Partners.  They discuss Melanie's unique career journey from an English major and physical therapist to a private equity strategist in compliance. Melanie shares her insights on how compliance can bec...

Send us Fan Mail Leveraging Routine for Compliance Success with Dr. An Angel Iscovich In this episode of the Compliance Advantage podcast, host Ross Ronan welcomes Dr. Angel Iscovich, physician board chair and author of 'The Art of Routine,' to discuss how routines can be transformative tools for business success.  Dr. Iscovich shares his journey from the emergency room to the boardroom,...

Send us Fan Mail Transforming Compliance into a Strategic Advantage with Jay Anstine In this episode of the Compliance Advantage podcast, host Ross Ronan is joined by Jay Anstine, a healthcare compliance strategist with over 25 years of experience and the author of 'Navigating the Politics of Healthcare'.  Jay shares valuable insights on transforming compliance into a leadership tool tha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'The Compliance Advantage,' host Ross Ronan speaks with Brett Story, founding partner of Bright Horn Partners and board member of Bright Horn Securities.  They discuss the crucial role of compliance in mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the healthcare sector. Brett shares his journey from practicing law to specializing in investment banking, emp...

Send us Fan Mail Transforming Compliance into Strategic Advantage in Healthcare Investments In this episode of the Compliance Advantage Podcast, host Ross Ronan interviews Vitaly Goldfeder, Principal at RC Capital. They discuss how building a strong compliance culture can drive growth and protect healthcare investments.  Vitaly shares invaluable insights on the importance of compliance in scaling...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Advantage Podcast, host Ross Ronan, founder of Ronan Healthcare Compliance, dives into an insightful conversation with Michi McClure, a seasoned compliance professional with 25 years of experience.  They discuss Michi’s journey into compliance, the evolution of the field, and the misconceptions that healthcare executives often hold about it. The d...

Send us Fan Mail The Strategic Advantage of Compliance in Healthcare: Expert Insights from Ericka Adler In this episode of the Compliance Advantage podcast, host Ross Ronan discusses the importance of investing in compliance programs with special guest Ericka Adler, a seasoned regulatory and transactional healthcare lawyer.  They explore the conception of compliance as a revenue driver rather than...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Advantage podcast, host Ross Ronan and producer Kami Reyna delve into the essentials of federal health care programs and the importance of compliance in healthcare organizations.  The discussion includes a breakdown of major federal health care programs like Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and TRICARE, emphasizing the critical need for regular audits an...

Send us Fan Mail Shifting Accountability in Healthcare Compliance: Insights from Christina Peterson In this episode of the Compliance Advantage Podcast, Ross hosts Christina Peterson, compliance executive at Ronan Healthcare Consultants, to discuss crucial aspects of healthcare compliance.  They delve into misconceptions about compliance roles, emphasizing accountability at the executive level and...

Send us Fan Mail Transforming Compliance into a Strategic Advantage with Ross Ronan In this episode of The Compliance Advantage Podcast, host Ross Ronan, founder of Ronan Healthcare Compliance, addresses a listener's question on handling employees identified on the OIG or GSA exclusion lists. He emphasizes the necessity of an operational and effective compliance program and outlines steps for...

Send us Fan Mail Balancing Leadership, Compliance, and Growth: Insights from Jim Fuhrman, a Healthcare Veteran In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan chats with Jim, an experienced executive in the dental benefits and healthcare industry. They discuss the crucial role of compliance in business, the importance of discipline and planning, and strategies for effective le...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, Ross Ronan welcomes Christina, the newest member of Ronan Healthcare Compliance.  Christina shares her journey from a registered nurse to a healthcare leader and compliance professional, emphasizing the importance of leadership in effecting positive change for both patients and teams.  The conversation delves into the complexiti...

Send us Fan Mail Unlocking Compliance Leadership: Insights from M&A and Healthcare Experts In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan speaks with Carl, a seasoned professional in healthcare M&A and legal compliance. Listeners will learn: The importance of mentorship, strategies for successfully navigating M&A processes, the significance of compliance in health...

Send us Fan Mail A Leader's Guide to Empowering and Collaborating with your Compliance Officer In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, Guest host Kami Reyna, Producer for the show interviews Ross Ronan as they explore the vital relationship between healthcare leaders and compliance officers.  Listeners will learn the importance of integrity, effective communication, and empowerme...

Send us Fan Mail Unlocking Authentic, Trust-Building Leadership in Healthcare: Essential Insights with Laurie Lee Smith Join host Ross Ronan in this impactful episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge as he engages with leadership expert Laurie Smith to explore the necessity of authenticity, integrity, and trust in healthcare leadership.  You will Learn:  The distinct differences between transac...

Send us Fan Mail Knowing This Will Strengthen Your Leadership Skills in Legal and Compliance In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, Ross interviews Basia, a seasoned general counsel at Emergency Care Partners, about her journey from a new lawyer specializing in malpractice defense to a leading figure in healthcare compliance and legal operations. They discuss the importance of collab...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Ross Ronan in the Compliance Leadership Lounge for an insightful discussion with Jillian Keaveny, full-time fitness instructor, personal trainer, endurance coach, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and gym owner in Denver, CO. In this episode, Jillian shares her journey from a kinesiology graduate to a successful entrepreneur in Denver. She discusses the impact...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating Compliance Leadership: Insights from Jenny O'Brien In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, Ross Ronan welcomes Jenny O'Brien, founder and president of Blackbridge Advisors. With a rich professional history including roles as the chief compliance officer at United Healthcare and past president of the Healthcare Compliance Association, Jenny shares...

Send us Fan Mail Leadership, Integrity, and the Evolution of Compliance in Healthcare with Evan Lengerich In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan sits down with Evan Lengerich, co-founder and president of SOL Mental Health. Evan shares his journey from finance and investment banking to becoming a leader in the healthcare sector. Key topics discussed include the challen...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan sits down with Laura McLane, a seasoned partner at McDermott, Will & Emery, specializing in False Claims litigation. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare fraud defense, Laura shares her journey, insights, and strategies for effective compliance leadership. Tune in as Laura and Ross discuss the cruci...

Send us Fan Mail The Journey of Ross Ronan In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan shares his inspirational journey from being a nurse to founding his healthcare compliance firm. Joined by podcast producer Kami Reyna, Ross discusses the importance of a robust compliance culture, ethical decision-making, and the blend of operations and compliance. Listeners will explore...

Send us Fan Mail Reliving Season One: Key Insights in Healthcare Compliance Leadership In this special edition of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan guides us through the most insightful moments of Season One. This episode revisits key takeaways, powerful quotes, and impactful discussions that have defined the series. It highlights the evolving role of compliance officers, the impor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan interviews Todd Zimmerman, a seasoned professional who transitioned from a general counsel to CEO and is now an influential board member and winery owner.  The discussion focuses on Todd's unique career journey, key leadership lessons, and the evolving challenges in healthcare compliance.  Todd shares insigh...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Compliance Leadership Lounge, host Ross Ronan sits down with Jean Rush, a former health plan executive and current board member overseeing compliance committees. Jean shares her extensive experience in managing healthcare compliance and ethical leadership across various organizations.  The episode delves into the importance of building a culture of integrity...