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Managing mentorships
Build a stronger mentorship program with two proven steps in this quick P2 Management Minute.
What to do if ICE shows up at your medical practice
Health care practices navigate new immigration enforcement challenges, emphasizing preparation, staff training and understanding legal rights to protect patient privacy.
Unpacking Medicare’s $15B skin substitute boom, with HHS-OIG Regional Inspector General David Tawes, M.A.
David Tawes, M.A., regional inspector general at HHS-OIG, joins the show to discuss Medicare’s $15 billion skin substitute boom, fraud risks and how policymakers aim to curb abuse without limiting patient care.
Medicare Advantage Plan ratings: An important district court opinion
A recent court ruling affirms CMS's authority in Medicare Advantage ratings, highlighting compliance challenges for providers and the importance of interpreter availability.
Increasing patient volume
Boost patient volume with two proven tactics in this quick P2 Management Minute.
When good reviews go bad: The hidden risks of online praise
Online reviews shape a doctor's reputation, but unrealistic expectations from five-star ratings can lead to significant challenges. Learn to manage them wisely.
WD-40 and health care
Neil Baum, MD, discusses ways to reduce friction from your medical practice with lessons gained from WD-40.
The worst scheduling sins doctors keep making
These scheduling mistakes are common in medical practices. Use these strategies to stop making them, enhance patient satisfaction and boost profitability.
Practice tip of the week: Tightening up referrals
Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.
5 ways to tell if your practice management software is helping or holding you back
Outdated systems can quietly hurt scheduling, billing and patient experience. Here’s how to recognize when it’s time for a smarter solution.
Building true wealth, with Bryan Jepson, M.D., CFP
Bryan Jepson, M.D., CFP, explains what “true wealth” really means for physicians.
Cadia Healthcare hit with $182K penalty for online patient privacy lapse
Cadia Healthcare Facilities settles allegations it violated HIPAA underscoring the need for strict privacy safeguards and staff training before sharing patient information online.
Cleaner fish and lifetime value of patients
Mutualism in health care enhances patient satisfaction and drives practice growth, emphasizing the importance of patient lifetime value.
Quick tips for better performance
Enhance efficiency and reduce costs in healthcare practices through small initiatives and smart billing techniques.
You’re covered, until you’re not
Small medical practices face rising risks from employee burnout to cyber threats. Insurance coverage can help safeguard your practice and patients.
How to handle annoying patients without losing your cool
Manage challenging patients with professionalism and compassion, ensuring a positive experience for your health care team.
The telehealth crisis of 2025, with Kyle Zebley, senior VP of public policy at the American Telemedicine Association
Kyle Zebley, senior VP of the American Telemedicine Association, joins the show to talk about the expiration of Medicare’s telehealth flexibilities during the October 2025 federal government shutdown.
Transitioning from quantity to quality care
Neil Baum, MD, explains how to move from seeing as many patients as possible, to focusing on health outcomes.
6 ways better scheduling boosts patient satisfaction
From communication to consistency, these strategies help you strengthen patient loyalty — and your revenue cycle.
5 factors every practice leader should weigh before choosing an EHR
An EHR decision can shape your team’s efficiency and finances for years to come. Here’s what to look for — and how to compare leading platforms head-to-head to find the right fit.
10 cybersecurity tips to protect your medical practice
These essential cybersecurity tips will help you protect patient data and maintain trust in your practice..
Medicine's broken workflow, with Kevin Schulman, M.D., MBA
Kevin Schulman, M.D., MBA, professor of medicine at Stanford University, joins the show to talk about administrative burdens in health care.
Choosing your waiting room music
Calm your waiting room and boost focus with the tips in this quick P2 Management Minute.
HIPAA and AdTech class actions
A Texas court rules in favor of a hospital in a Wiretap Act case, highlighting challenges in privacy lawsuits against healthcare providers.
Practice tip of the week: Interviewing prospective hires
Government shutdown leaves physician practices in limbo, MGMA warns
U.S. physician practices face uncertainty as Medicare telehealth waivers expire amid government shutdown, threatening patient access and financial stability.
Don't let your gift get lost in the holiday rush
Discover Neil Baum’s quick tip on holiday gift giving for physicians. in this quick P2 Management Minute.
Harnessing the power of nonverbal communication through professional attire
A doctor's attire influences patient perceptions, trust, and outcomes, enhancing the doctor-patient relationship through professional appearance.
Accredited by the Joint Commission? Know what's expected with AI
Explore the impact of AI in healthcare inspections, highlighting risks, ethical concerns, and compliance strategies for safe implementation.
Staying resilient with Andrew Swanson, M.P.A., FACMPE, of MGMA
Andrew Swanson, M.P.A., FACMPE, chief revenue officer at MGMA, joins the show to talk about the pressures facing practices, from shrinking reimbursements to rising costs.
