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In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on collecting patient A/R, more updates on Medicare, and bots and burnout. Sources in this episode: Collecting Patient A/R: https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/a-structured-approach-to-collecting-patient-a-r Contact Congress Portal -- mgma.com/advocacy/get-involve…Uq8aMonwZec5-etCoA#/ MGMA Letter to Congress -- mgma.com/news-insights/press/…zd6CkDovpOsn4Uibqlqw Bots and Burnout: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/ai-and-machine-learning/how-ai-decreasing-burnout-allowing-health-professionals-work-top-their The Medicare Outlook Webinar: mgma.com/events/2023-medicare…ZwG5szFJTsD6xOjg5Ekw Educational opportunity: The Transformative Healthcare Delivery Certificate Program is an in-depth online learning experience that provides healthcare leaders with a mastery of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs), Commercial Value-Based Care Programs and CMS’ Value-Based Care Programs. Go to https://mgma.com/

Our guest today is Dr. Art Papier, co-founder and CEO at VisualDx. A dermatologist, Dr. Papier has a particular interest in the visual and graphical representation of diagnosis and reducing diagnostic error. In line with this goal, he is focused on transforming medical care to include the use of information technology at the time of decision-making. Resources: VisualDx: https://www.visualdx.com/ VisualDx Success Stories: https://www.visualdx.com/success-stories/ Dr. Art Papier on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/art-papier-md-a94b256/ Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by the MGMA Emerald Card* (https://about.mgma.cards/), the premier card built specifically for medical practice owners. With 1.5% cashback, paid MGMA dues bonus, no impact on personal credit, and vendor rebates, it’s tailor-made to medical practices. So what are you waiting for? Go to https://about.mgma.cards/ to get started today. *Conditions apply. Subject to approval. Mercantile Financial Technologies, Inc. is a financial technol

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on the great resignation and healthcare, more letters to Congress, and a Medicare outlook webinar Sources in this episode: Contact Congress Portal -- mgma.com/advocacy/get-involve…Uq8aMonwZec5-etCoA#/ MGMA Letter to Congress -- mgma.com/news-insights/press/…zd6CkDovpOsn4Uibqlqw The Great Resignation and Healthcare: https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/the-great-resignation-and-healthcare-executives-wh The Medicare Outlook Webinar: https://mgma.com/events/2023-medicare-outlook?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=gov-washingtonconnection-dec-2022-newsletter1201&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGIbMI6IvZhveEEKbPBh4aqPM4cEsKbQIeHa_cmuEiBLXsyLglR9gWpCMRweavsOsF9SrmIYXq9zA5MQ6mEu3-iBhZwG5szFJTsD6xOjg5Ekw Educational opportunity: The Transformative Healthcare Delivery Certificate Program is an in-depth online learning experience that provides healthcare leaders with a mastery of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Cl

Our guest today is Deb Wiggs, FACMPE. Deb has dedicated her career to improving medical practices and the care patients receive and is the 2022 MGMA Lifetime Achievement Award winner. Deb is a former board chair of MGMA and was once the interim CEO of the organization, but her lasting impact on the industry may be her steadfast commitment to mentoring other healthcare leaders. Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by the MGMA Emerald Card* (https://about.mgma.cards/), the premier card built specifically for medical practice owners. With 1.5% cashback, paid MGMA dues bonus, no impact on personal credit, and vendor rebates, it’s tailor-made to medical practices. So what are you waiting for? Go to about.mgma.cards/ to get started today. *Conditions apply. Subject to approval. Mercantile Financial Technologies, Inc. is a financial technology company, not a bank. The MGMA Credit Cards are issued by Hatch Bank pursuant to a license from Mastercard. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles desig

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we look at articles on Medicare, scheduling troubles, and physician burnout. Sources in this episode: Physician Burnout -- https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/covid-19-pandemic-intensified-burnout-in-primary-care-physicians-around-the-world Scheduing Troubles -- troubles-force-61-of-patients-to-skip-medical-care/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=con-gen-nov-2022-newsletter1108-11-22&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGIPv80Cfqtr8txMz0uv2taCvChXPLtYe- Medicare Analysis: https://mgma.com/practice-resources/government-programs/analysis-final-2023-medicare-physician-payment-and?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=gov-washingtonconnection-nov-2022-regalert1122&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGIQD9JkvuOQ2RoECS5-w2VfaQQZq86McnmG7mntgXvo6WwFrN7OhRSJ5p50gvkRNogG7NNECDyK5RQIZNvQ_m71OoMW24Txlsmu92e7YoKiw Medicare Webinar: https://www.mgma.com/events/2023-medicare-outlook?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campai

Our guest today is Sam Poirier, CEO at Mercantile Financial, the industry-specific credit card platform designed to meet the unique needs of small businesses. Sources: MGMA Emerald Card: https://about.mgma.cards/ Sam Poirier LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelpoirier/ Mercantile: https://www.getmercantile.com/about Mercantile Industry News: https://www.prweb.com/releases/2022/10/prweb18949642.htm Education Opportunity: THDC Certificate Program: The Transformative Healthcare Delivery Certificate Program is an in-depth online learning experience that provides healthcare leaders with a mastery of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs), Commercial Value-Based Care Programs and CMS’ Value-Based Care Programs, including MIPS and APMs. Go to www.mgma.com/events to attend this certificate program December 6-7 to gain valuable insights into these new healthcare models. Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by the MGMA business credit card (https://about.mgma.ca

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on practice productivity, a letter to Congress, and doctors and telehealth. Sources in this episode: Contact Congress Portal -- https://mgma.com/advocacy/get-involved/contact-congress?mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGIJKhuOEUGbRiKZ86fKx1Kxu7ldDx5637rWZ9rWmcLLDTYCrRcFAJQDHMwSnZ3-0zNpcLl6X-0rB5Udb0BIsogK7BCUq8aMonwZec5-etCoA#/ MGMA Letter to Congress -- https://mgma.com/news-insights/press/november-14,-2022-mgma-legislative-recommendations?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=gov-washingtonconnection-nov-2022-newsletter1117&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGIJKhuOCfrKv4nOkZRQrRvj16IRwBMlymqkyrP26tVcZwusn6kt9TLIPMSQ8eem2rkRA4kgvymbKeeh0Q4nesSdAzd6CkDovpOsn4Uibqlqw Doctors and Telehealth: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/4-must-haves-doctors-stick-telehealth?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=con-gen-nov-2022-newsletter1108-11-15&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGIGvLGPX9r47x5jKcwuZEA3z9BE

As you know, burnout, stress and other mental health-related issues are at all-time highs for healthcare professionals. According to a recent MGMA Stat poll, 80% of healthcare leaders said their level of stress or burnout had increased in 2022. Because of this stress-related epidemic, MGMA is offering a new podcast series, Mindful Medicine, where each episode we will talk with experts in the fields of psychology, neurology, leadership and mindfulness to help explain workplace stress and provide tools and resources to combat it. Our guest, for this initial episode, is Dr. Jeff Comer, PhD, MHA, FACHE, who has spent more than 20 years as an interim and permanent acute and behavioral hospital CEO. The hospitals have ranged from rural critical access hospitals to large urban facilities and have included non-profit, for-profit and government-owned models. On the podcast, Dr. Comer discusses strategies for "Beating Burnout for More Effective Leadership." He also talks about the positive impact of kindness in t

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on Hiring Practice Staff, PFF Update, and Surgeon Genera's Well-Being Report Sources in this episode: Telehealth Strategies -- www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/…ent-demand-in-2023 PFS Fact Sheet -- www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheet…yOp1IIa3Q0tEGUc0tNQ MGMA Statement on Physician Fee Final Rule -- www.mgma.com/news-insights/pres…LeKbnAVFEDJpsh_7YA Grace Under Pressure: productiveleaders.com/how-to-stay-ca…ring-a-crisis/ Educational opportunity: The Transformative Healthcare Delivery Certificate Program is an in-depth online learning experience that provides healthcare leaders with a mastery of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs), Commercial Value-Based Care Programs and CMS’ Value-Based Care Programs. Go to mgma.com/event to attend this certificate program December 6-7 to gain valuable insights and earn the THDC certificate! Additional resources: To keep up with the latest healthcare legislation

Our guest today is Misty Hickman, chief informatics officer at Galen Medical. Misty is this year’s recipient of the MGMA Legislative Liaison of the Year Award. The award recognizes a medical practice professional serving as a state MGMA Legislative Liaison who has provided outstanding leadership in the education and motivation of MGMA members through grassroots and advocacy involvement on legislative and regulatory issues of importance to medical group practices. Resources: MGMA Award Winners: www.mgma.com/membership/get-inv…s/2021-mgma-awards Education Opportunity: THDC Certificate Program: The Transformative Healthcare Delivery Certificate Program is an in-depth online learning experience that provides healthcare leaders with a mastery of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs), Commercial Value-Based Care Programs and CMS’ Value-Based Care Programs, including MIPS and APMs. Go to www.mgma.com/events to attend this certificate program December 6-7 to gain valuable in

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on telehealth strategies, the physician fee final rule, and grace under pressure. Sources in this episode: Telehealth Strategies -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/telehealth-utilization-and-patient-demand-in-2023 PFS Fact Sheet -- https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/calendar-year-cy-2023-medicare-physician-fee-schedule-final-rule?mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGH3Fl7YtY0DCXLKez1ECZzUmxf71ZADQHZLhdh_ggEU3rUBw_MlDnH8Qui5iyQ_ob3cdynFvaiBYiiSty_0NIwA6AyOp1IIa3Q0tEGUc0tNQ MGMA Statement on Physician Fee Final Rule -- https://www.mgma.com/news-insights/press/november-1,-2022-mgma-statement-on-cms-final-2023?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=gov-washingtonconnection-nov-2022-newsletter1103&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGH3Fl7Yo6kvfxIm3pTqWYUuex-4XQ6NDQRPQz5GwjFTHVU7Fvko0kQQVRvi9HmNqdsKdQQw_-1P_ozZVOPD8e6WjcwLeKbnAVFEDJpsh_7YA Grace Under Pressure: https://productiveleaders.com/how-to-stay-calm-and-focused-duri

Our guest today is Natalia Szczygiel, director of operations, Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine, Corewell Health. Natalia is this year’s recipient of the MGMA Harwick Innovation Award for her work in mental health programs and suicide prevention. Resources: MGMA Award Winners: https://www.mgma.com/membership/get-involved/awards/2021-mgma-awards Education Opportunity: THDC Certificate Program: The Transformative Healthcare Delivery Certificate Program is an in-depth online learning experience that provides healthcare leaders with a mastery of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs), Commercial Value-Based Care Programs and CMS’ Value-Based Care Programs, including MIPS and APMs. Go to www.mgma.com/events to attend this certificate program December 6-7 to gain valuable insights into these new healthcare models. Sponsors: Zoll Data Systems: The ZOLL A.R. Boost solution suite increases revenue from payers and patients in compliance with the No Surprises Act while redu

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on ancillary revenue, the Prior Authorization Reform Bill, and the power of empathetic leaders. Sources in this episode: Adding Ancillary Services -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/being-intentional-when-adding-ancillary-services Prior Authorization Reform -- https://www.mgma.com/practice-resources/government-programs/mgma-annual-regulatory-burden-report-2022?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=gov-washingtonconnection-oct-2022-newsletter1027&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGHuFoOw2drXTl7VQpL0AJfcFoy011oz9fs2qPJcIr3RfZQEXzClLD6p_kegNJu5RNdnJpTFzhYbTOpFgDL24gd7miPM4eSSflveAqLNaoD3w Prior Auth Letters to Congress -- https://www.congressweb.com/MGMA/44/ Empathetic Leaders: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjal66c-4P7AhW7MDQIHW33AbEQFnoECBYQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fhbr.org%2F2022%2F08%2F4-ways-to-communicate-with-more-empath

Our guest today is Juli Smith, Director of Strategic Partnerships, ZOLL® Data Systems. Throughout her career, Juli has developed partnerships that enable health systems and providers to realize more revenue, decrease bad debt and increase operational efficiencies. At Zoll, she has also become a nationally known speaker on emergency medicine coding and reimbursement issues. Resource: Updates and Impacts from 2023 Outpatient E/M Coding Guidelines – on demand (this is an on-demand webinar that qualifies for continuing education credits) https://www.mgma.com/events/updates-and-impacts-from-2023-outpatient-e-m-codin Sponsors: Zoll Data Systems: The ZOLL A.R. Boost solution suite increases revenue from payers and patients in compliance with the No Surprises Act while reducing front-end workload and freeing up staff for higher-value activities. Visit www.zolldata.com/arboost to learn how you can ensure no payments are left on the table. MGMA Events: Medical Practice Excellence: Leaders Conference (DX) Can't mak

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on patient self-service tools, MIPS virtual group election is open, and workforce well-being report released. Sources in this episode: Patient Self-service Tools -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/amid-staffing-shortages,-it%E2%80%99s-time-to-help-patient Virtual Group Election Period is Open -- https://qpp.cms.gov/?mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGHlEH2RqM2djTebWczuzTUepyXTizktbGtdITGOQjx-MnyRppcmEs7wbmIQLHjydFi0Vhmphg__vzVkCJK13_KA3IUY8jUuk36w6_yMJEx2Q#:~:text=Virtual%20Group%20Election%20Period%20Is%20Now%20Open?utm_source=email&utm_medium=marketo&utm_campaign=gov-washingtonconnection-oct-2022-newsletter1020 National Plan for Health Workforce and Well-Being: https://nam.edu/initiatives/clinician-resilience-and-well-being/national-plan-for-health-workforce-well-being/ Additional resources: To keep up with the latest healthcare legislation, visit mgma.com/advocacy. If you want to become part of the discussion, join the M

Our guest today is Dr. Michael Blackman, chief medical officer, at Greenway Health. A primary care physician at heart, Dr. Blackman brings an extensive background in health IT product management along with his knowledge of outpatient and inpatient care. He believes healthcare is a team sport that requires the talents of all contributors working together to succeed. Resources: Dr. Michael Blackman: https://www.greenwayhealth.com/leadership/dr-michael-blackman Greenway Health: https://www.greenwayhealth.com/ Education offering: We want to share an exciting offering from MGMA – The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program. This 7-week, instructor-led online course will explore lean techniques and evaluation processes with the goal to eliminate steps that don’t add value to your organization. The Green Belt program runs from Oct. 25 – Dec. 13 and is eligible for 30 ACMPE and 30 CEU credits. Visit mgma.com/green to learn more and to register. Sponsors: MGMA Events: Medical Practice Excellence: Leaders Conference (

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on mission, vision and values, the 2022 Regulatory Burden Report, and the two-minute morning for happiness and success. Sources in this episode Mission, Vision and Values -- https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/where-do-you-see-your-practice-going-a-vision-stat 2022 Annual Regulatory Burden Report -- https://mgma.com/practice-resources/government-programs/mgma-annual-regulatory-burden-report-2022?utm_source=nl-gov-ed-washington-connection-2022-10-13&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=government-affairs&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGHcDQ-c3Bp223ZHVnE4J5u8HTJq19gSchzHZjTZPC0dUl6w3X4_sQt5wzLULyR75MMW2x2s11WkXBUwH1g-j0vmGGuBGvju6bpNfPJRya-ZQ Neil Pasricha -- https://www.neil.blog/archive Additional resources: To keep up with the latest healthcare legislation, visit mgma.com/advocacy. If you want to become part of the discussion, join the MGMA STAT panel by texting “stat” to 33550 or visit www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/mgma-stat-

This week we're in Boston at the MGMA Medical Practice Excellence Leaders Conference. In today's episode, we talk with Doral Davis-Jacobsen, MBA, FACMPE, and a managing consultant with over 20 years of experience in healthcare business process improvement, focusing on next generation managed care contracting, revenue cycle, benchmarking, operations optimization, quality initiatives, financial modeling, and project management. Jacobsen talks about her FACMPE journey and how that was transformative in her healthcare career.

This week we're in Boston at the MGMA Medical Practice Excellence Leaders Conference. In today's episode, we talk with Mariely Taveras, practice manager with the pulmonary practice at Weill Cornell Medicine. Taveras talks about networking with peers, the goals she had for this week in Boston, and her aspirations as a healthcare leader.

This week we're in Boston at the MGMA Medical Practice Excellence Leaders Conference. In today's episode, we talk with Carrie Kozlowski, OT, MBA, Chief Operations Officer & Co-Founder, Upfront Healthcare, and Maria McGowan, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Duly Health & Care. Carrie and Maria talk about patient care, building trusting relationships with patients, and they also explain what they're looking to add to their own leadership toolbox this week at the conference.