Beyond the Stethoscope: Vital Conversations with SHP

In this episode, Jason & Aaron sat down with Tyler Barnett and Matthew Nichols, PhD, from University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH. They discuss the powerful goal-setting framework known as OKRs, or Objectives and Key Results. As leaders within the Population Health and Analytics team at UH, and with expertise in OKRs, Tyler & Matt dive deep into the OKR methodology, share specific examples o...

BtS is taking a summer vacation, but we want to take a walk down memory lane. Revisit this classic episode with us. On today’s episode, Jason shares an article about how Mark Cuban is expanding his low-cost pharmacy project. And Aron shares about how charging for digital messages may be on shaky ground. Jason sits down with our guest Steve Adams. A Certified Professional Coder Instructor with InGa...

Season 4 was our longest & most exciting season yet! We started with legislative insights from Rep. Buddy Carter and Mayor Karen Williams on healthcare access and local governance. Dean Rottinghaus from QurHealth discussed AI advancements in diabetes management & wound care. We covered health insurance trends for small businesses with Matt Usher & drew leadership inspiration from Shery...

Join us for this revisit with Mayor Karen Williams. Our second epsiode of the season. Have you ever wondered what drives a local leader to champion the betterment of community healthcare? Join us as Mayor Karen Williams of Pooler, Georgia, opens up about her inspiring foray into politics and her relentless commitment to public service. Together, we unravel the complex healthcare challenges her com...

Join us for this revisit of our first episode of this season! Step into the world of healthcare reform with the unique perspective of Congressman Earl "Buddy" Carter, a pharmacist serving in Congress, whose career has taken him from the quaint town of Pooler's mayoral office to the halls of the U.S. Capitol as Georgia's 1st District Representative. Delve into a conversation tha...

Unlock the secrets behind the impact of Certificate of Need (CON) laws on healthcare providers, especially in rural areas, with our special guest, Tom Campanella. Drawing from his extensive experience at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Ohio, Tom sheds light on the frustrations and inefficacies associated with these regulations. We delve into the critical balance between maintaining an optimal number...

Is the U.S. healthcare system failing to prioritize what truly matters? Join us in an eye-opening discussion with Thomas Campanella from Baldwin Wallace University, as we dissect the multifaceted challenges facing the primary care sector. With a staggering 40-year experience in healthcare, Tom sheds light on the dire shortage of primary care physicians and the frustrating economic dynamics that un...

Can retail giants like CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, and Dollar General successfully venture into the healthcare sector, or are they doomed to fail? Join us for an eye-opening episode as we examine the obstacles these major retailers face in integrating healthcare services into their business models. We dissect the financial constraints and complexities of the healthcare market that have led many to sc...

What if your small business had to navigate a health insurance market that's shrinking by the day? Join us as we unpack the recent upheavals in Georgia's small business health insurance scene, catalyzed by the exit of Cigna Oscar. Matt Usher joins us to dissect the challenges for employers with one to 50 full-time employees in this suddenly volatile market. Learn why the departure of maj...

Step into the future of healthcare logistics with Uber Health's latest innovation, Uber Caregiver, and find out how it's set to revolutionize the way patients and caregivers manage medical appointments and essential errands. We're dissecting the intricate dance of integrating this service with major healthcare payers, and the privacy hurdles that come with it, especially with the lo...

Unlock the mysteries of effective collaboration and leadership with Sherry Roussarie and Kelly Macken-Marble, the dynamic duo behind "Two Rivers - The Power of Collaboration and Other Leadership Lessons." As we navigate the twists and turns of their co-authorship, these seasoned leaders reveal how they've woven their personal narratives with practical insights on steering through th...

Unlock the strategies that are shaping the future of independent physician practices,  with our esteemed guests, Sherry Roussarie and Kelly Macken-Marble. Their insights promise to guide you through the maze of leadership challenges, collaboration necessities, and the incisive market strategies that are vital for anyone invested in healthcare's evolution. Drawing from Sherry’s prowess in mark...

Discover how the intricacies of healthcare and law intersect as Julia DiGiacomo and Ami Patel from SHP join us to unravel the complex web of client relations and regulatory changes that impact the industry. Julia brings her expertise as a senior client representative into the spotlight, emphasizing the delicate art of nurturing client bonds that keep the healthcare machine running smoothly. Ami, w...

Embark on a journey into the heart of medical innovation with Dean Rottinghaus, the visionary Chief Clinical Officer for CureHealth and Infinity Care Partners, who joins us to unravel the complex tapestry of AI in healthcare. You're promised a riveting exploration of a voice-enabled AI platform that's not just a product of tech ingenuity but a compassionate answer to patients' cries...

Join Jason and Aaron as they recap the most recent interviews as seen through the eyes of Congressman Buddy Carter and Mayor Karen Williams. These candid conversations shed light on the urgent need for open dialogue and the immeasurable value of community connections. From Carter's diverse background to Williams' hands-on experience during the throes of a pandemic, we discuss the vital t...

Have you ever wondered what drives a local leader to champion the betterment of community healthcare? Join us as Mayor Karen Williams of Pooler, Georgia, opens up about her inspiring foray into politics and her relentless commitment to public service. Together, we unravel the complex healthcare challenges her community faces, from the scarcity of emergency care facilities to the hurdles of enhanci...

Step into the world of healthcare reform with the unique perspective of Congressman Earl "Buddy" Carter, a pharmacist serving in Congress, whose career has taken him from the quaint town of Pooler's mayoral office to the halls of the U.S. Capitol as Georgia's 1st District Representative. Delve into a conversation that traverses the landscape of healthcare legislation, as we dis...

In this episode, Jason shares with us the results of a study that shows PCPs may be unfairly punished with poor MIPS scores. Aaron shares a warning about two different crypto viruses targeting healthcare organizations. And we briefly discuss our upcoming season 2. Then, Aaron sits down with our very own Jason Crosby to talk about CINs, how they work, how to start or join one, the keys to a success...

In this episode, Jason & Aaron sat down with Tyler Barnett and Matthew Nichols, PhD, from University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH. They discuss the powerful goal-setting framework known as OKRs, or Objectives and Key Results. As leaders within the Population Health and Analytics team at UH, and with expertise in OKRs, Tyler & Matt dive deep into the OKR methodology, share specific examples o...

We're revisiting some of our earlier episodes because the patient experience remains a hot topic in healthcare, with many experts calling for a greater emphasis on patient-centered care.  In this episode, after the headlines with Aaron Higgins & Jason Crosby, our guest Scott Regan provides insights on the experience economy and its impact on healthcare are especially relevant in this cont...

Get ready to mark your calendars for April 3rd, as we launch into the exhilarating fourth season, where discussions on public office, groundbreaking legislation, and leadership insights promise to captivate and educate. Our lineup is rich with diversity, featuring elected officials across federal and local levels, ensuring a tapestry of insights that will leave you with a deeper understanding of t...

Prepare to voyage Beyond the Stethoscope with us, as we reminisce on season 3's highlights and look to season 4's promising future. From inspiring conversations with awe-inspiring guests to heartwarming news stories and thrilling travel plans, our podcast has been a journey worth reliving. Brace yourselves for an exciting ride through the unchartered territories of the future of healthca...

Get set to untangle the intricacies of health insurance with us and our esteemed guest, Matt Usher. We promise you a guided tour through escalating out-of-pocket maximums, specialty medication costs, and their implications on the affordability of health insurance plans. We shed light on why employers need to consider alternative plans to lessen the financial strain on employees. Moreover, we analy...

Are you ready to unravel the labyrinth of insurance trends in the small business sector? We've got you covered! We welcome insurance broker Matt Usher to our show who shares his knowledge on an array of topics. From understanding premium hikes, exploring alternative solutions for businesses against increasing costs, to the innovative designs like HSA plans in the post-COVID era, we leave no s...

Get ready to navigate the changes coming with the 2024 Quality Payment Program (QPP) in a fascinating discussion with expert guest (and regular co-host), Aaron C Higgins. Brace yourself as Aaron charts a course through the complex maze of MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs) that clinicians will have to opt in for, and simplifies their workings. We'll also illuminate the "new" population heal...