MGMA Podcasts

Our guest today is Blair Bisher, chief operating officer at Sturdy Memorial Hospital, and adjunct professor at Suffolk University, Sawyer Business School. Blair is here today to talk about the strategic planning process and ways to convert a volume-based practice to value. Resources for this episode: • Sturdy Memorial Hospital(https://www.sturdymemorial.org/) • Blair Bisher on LinkedIn (https://ww...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on employee benefits improvements, the MGMA DX conference, and listening skills for leaders. Sources in this episode: Employee benefit improvements-- https://mgma.com/stat-053122 What’s Your Listening Style? -- https://hbr.org/2022/05/whats-your-listening-style?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter_monthly&utm_campaig...

Our guest today is Susan Holley, breast radiologist and clinical director for research and development at Onsite Women’s Health. In 2018, just 66.7% of women age 40 and older had received a mammogram in the previous two years, according to CDC research. As providers navigate the challenges of so many missed appointments, what approaches can they take to get patients back on track with their screen...

Our guest today is Dr. Bill Mansbach, CEO and founder of Mansbach Health Tools, LLC and CEO and president of CounterPoint Health Services. Bill is here today to talk about Mental Health Awareness and the rise in mental health issues, and he provides tools to help test one’s mental health and cognitive abilities. Resources for this episode: • Counterpoint Health (https://www.counterpointhealthservi...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on physician compensation benchmarks, the quality payment program, and resisting the pressure to overwork. Sources in this episode: Physician Compensation Benchmarks-- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/physician-compensation-benchmarks-to-navigate-the The Quality Payment Program -- https://qpp.cms.gov/?utm_source=nl-gov-e...

Our guests today are Tony Stajduhar, president of Jackson Physician Search and Chris Franklin, president of LocumTenens.com. Chris and Tony are here today to talk about the findings from their joint research study on Rural Physician Recruitment and Staffing. Resources for this episode: • Tony Stajduhar(https://www.jacksonphysiciansearch.com/about/) • Chris Franklin (https://www.locumtenens.com/abo...

Our guest today is Scott Andrews, general manager of Health Systems at Kyruus. Scott is here today to talk about key steps to take in optimizing the patient digital experience. Resources for this episode: • Scott Andrews(https://www.linkedin.com/in/gsandrews/) • Kyruus (https://www.kyruus.com/about) • MGMA’s ACMPE Program (www.mgma.com/certification/amer…ge-of-medical-prac) • MGMA Education Opport...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on top priorities for new managers, PHE extension, and taking a self-assessment. Sources in this episode: Top Priorities for New Managers-- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/which-principles-of-medical-practice-management-ar PHE Extension -- https://www.mgma.com/advocacy/advocacy-statements-letters/advocacy-letters/may-11...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Petria McKelvey, chief executive officer of Precision Medical Billing. Petria is a featured speaker at MGMA’s upcoming Operations Conference being held in Austin, Texas, May 19-21. Petria's here today to talk about how practices can make a seamless switch to a virtual front desk. Resources for this episode: • Top 30 Women(https://top30w...

While the nation continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers — especially physician practice leaders, nurses and staff — report experiencing increased symptoms of stress and burnout, as well as dissatisfaction with their work situations. To help put these trends into context, I recently had the pleasure of speaking with two physicians: • Michael Nochomovitz, MD, chief clini...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on visit volumes, a No Surprises Act free webinar, and chatbot lies. Sources in this episode: Visit Volumes-- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/back-to-normal-medical-practices%E2%80%99-visit-volumes-ar No Surprises Act Resources -- mgma.com/advocacy/issues/surp…3HI_Lf-tgD3gPnK8PiUA No Surprises Act Webinar -- mgma.com/ev...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Amy Lafko, a keynote speaker and author and the founder of Cairn Consulting Solutions. Amy will be the opening keynote speaker at MGMA’s upcoming Operations Conference being held in Austin, TX May 19-21. Amy’s here today to talk about the steps practices need to take to ensure they’re implementing a people-first culture. Resources for t...

Our guest today is Susan Childs, medical practice advisor, author, and speaker. Susan is here today as part of our Leadership Insights Podcast series. During this insightful conversation, Susan explains the importance of priorities, finding out what’s important in your life and work, and bringing emotional intelligence to your personal and professional life. Resources for this episode: • Susan Chi...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on practice efficiency, the No Surprises Act webinar, and compassionate leadership. Sources in this episode: Practice Efficiency -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/digital-check-in-can-boost-patient-satisfaction-an No Surprises Act Resources -- https://mgma.com/advocacy/issues/surprise-billing?utm_source=nl-gov-ed-washi...

In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions podcast, we're joined by Matt Panegasser, national sales manager of Scrubin Uniforms, a leading healthcare uniform business. Matt is here today to talk about how practices can take control of their uniform purchases and take advantage of the benefits available to them with the MGMA Uniform Program. Resources for this episode: • Matt on LinkedIn(https:...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Amelia Rose Earhart, an around the world pilot, keynote speaker and tv personality. Amelia is a keynote speaker at this year’s MGMA’s Operations Conference where she’ll be presenting on Leading Through Turbulence: Create Your Flight Plan and Building Your Team for Success. Resources for this episode: • Amelia on LinkedIn(https://www.lin...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on the mask debate, the Covid-19 Uninsured Program, and key tips for senior leaders. Sources in this episode: The Mask Debate -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/on-or-off-medical-groups-face-renewed-mask-policy Covid-19 Uninsured Program -- https://www.mgma.com/advocacy/advocacy-statements-letters/advocacy-letters/april...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Marie Stacks, president of Clinic-ology a part of Boost Midwest. Marie is a featured speaker at this year’s MGMA’s Operations Conference where she’ll be presenting on how to Amplify Your Front Office MVP and Improve Practice Revenue. Resources for this episode: • Clinic-ology(https://www.clinic-ology.com/) • Boost Midwest(https://www.bo...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Owen Dahl, a leading medical practice consultant and Lean and Six Sigma expert with more than 50 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Owen is a featured speaker at this year’s MGMA’s Operations Conference where he’ll be leading a three-hour workshop on Lean Six Sigma: Yellow Belt Certificate Program. Resources for this episod...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on medical coding audits, a No Suprises Act webinar, and nurses leaving the workplace. Sources in this episode: Medical Coding Audits -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/the-most-asked-questions-about-medical-coding-audi No Surprises Act Webinar -- https://www.mgma.com/events/understanding-the-no-surprises-act-compliance...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Garrett Mann, senior managing consultant, BRG. As Garrett explains, the key to enhancing provider productivity is to minimize disruptions due to operational changes and help providers recognize how their work impacts patient access and the organization's overall financial performance. Resources for this episode: • Healthcare Performance...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on raising wages, the IDR portal, and how to find out if employees are happy. Sources in this episode: Raising Wages -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/in-a-tight-market-for-talent,-medical-groups-are-r Surprise Billing Landing Page -- https://mgma.com/advocacy/issues/surprise-billing?utm_source=nl-gov-ed-washington-con...

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Jeff Comer, PhD, MHA, FACHE, who has spent more than 20 years as an interim and permanent acute and behavioral hospital CEO. Jeff's here today to talk about heightened stress levels and what are the factors causing people to act out. Resources for this episode: • Why People Are Acting So Weird (https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archi...

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on medical assistant staffing shortages, a No Suprises Act faq, and tips to anchor your emotions. Sources in this episode: Medical Assistant shortages -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/medical-assistants-remain-elusive-for-practices-na No Surprises Act faq -- https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises/policies-and-resources/overv...

In this episode of the insights podcast, we're joined by Colin Carr, founder and CEO of CARR, a provider of commercial real estate services for healthcare tenants and buyers. Carr is here to discuss the impact inflation, the war in Ukraine and even a disruptor like WeWork has on the traditional healthcare real estate market. Resources for this episode: • CARR (https://carr.us/about-carr/our-team/c...