Austin Littrell is assistant editor of Medical Economics.
Buying billing software? Don’t overlook these 7 cost factors
From integration fees to ongoing maintenance, here’s how practices can budget more realistically — and avoid surprises.
Secure your spot: Medical Economics Practice Academy 2025
Medical Economics Practice Academy 2025 offers physicians and practice managers expert strategies on reimbursement, staff retention, cybersecurity and technology-driven practice growth.
Practice leadership with Kem Tolliver of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists
Kem Tolliver, FACMPE, CPC, CMOM, president and CEO of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists, joins the show with some keys to successful leadership in health care.
Thinking about AI for your practice? Read this first
Not all AI software is created equal. These key questions can help small practices separate the hype from the helpful.
AI oversight with Kedar Mate, M.D., of Qualified Health
Kedar Mate, M.D., founder and chief medical officer of Qualified Health, joins the show to talk about AI safety and governance in health care.
Ep. 80: Health equity and medical misinformation, with Gary Price, M.D., MBA, president of The Physicians Foundation
Gary Price, M.D., MBA, joins the show to discuss health equity, medical misinformation and The Physicians Foundation's latest report.
Register today: Medical Economics Practice Academy 2025
7 tips for choosing the right practice management software
With hundreds of options on the market, here’s how to find a system that truly works for your practice.
Ep. 79: The state of health care policy, with Anders Gilberg, SVP of government affairs at MGMA
Anders Gilberg, SVP of government affairs at MGMA, joins the show with health policy updates from Washington.
8 patient scheduling strategies every practice needs
Practical, front-desk-tested tips to improve patient flow, reduce stress and boost satisfaction.
Ep. 78: What the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule means for RPM, with Lucienne Marie Ide, M.D., Ph.D.
Lucienne Marie Ide, M.D., Ph.D., founder and CEO of Rimidi, joins the show to break down the proposed 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and what it means for remote patient monitoring (RPM).
8 medical billing practices every practice should master
Master key strategies — from check-in protocols to appeal tactics — that reduce billing errors and improve collections in today’s complex environment.
Ep. 77: What's broken in health care, with Marschall Runge, M.D., Ph.D.
Marschall Runge, M.D., Ph.D., joins the show to talk about what's wrong with U.S. health care — and what we can do about it.
5 ways to simplify your practice without burning out or breaking the bank
From scheduling chaos to rising overhead, small practices face mounting operational strain. These five strategies can help reduce complexity — and create space for what matters most.
Ep. 76: What AI can (and can't) do for prior authorizations, with Brad Boyd of BDO USA
Brad Boyd of BDO USA joins the show to discuss how artificial intelligence can help with prior authorizations.
Where the academic pay gap hits the hardest
Academic medicine may offer prestige and stability, but for many specialties, it comes with a steep pay cut. Here’s where the gap hits hardest.
6 AI features clinicians are actually using
AI isn’t just a buzzword anymore — it’s reshaping daily workflows inside medical practices.
Special Report: 60 years of Medicare
On Medicare's 60th anniversary, President Harry Truman's eldest grandson joins the director of the Truman Library in Independence, Missouri, to reflect on Truman's vision, LBJ's 1965 signing and the program's lasting impact on U.S. health policy.
Ep. 75: Physician struggles, with AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D. (Part 2)
American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D., explains what the AMA is doing for physicians in terms of prior authorizations, private practice, artificial intelligence and scope of practice.
5 signs your small practice needs new management software
Private practices face mounting challenges, from staffing shortages to reimbursement pressures. If your software can’t keep up, it may be time to reevaluate.
Ep. 74: From patient to president, with AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D. (Part 1)
American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D., joins the show to talk AMA priorities, primary care struggles and his personal journey from physician to patient.
5 ways AI is reshaping private practice
From ambient transcription to smart scheduling, AI is helping doctors cut costs, save time and improve care. Here’s where it’s making the biggest difference — and what to consider before you invest.
Ep. 73: Why physicians are suing RFK Jr., with attorney Richard H. Hughes IV, J.D., M.P.H.
Richard H. Hughes IV, J.D., M.P.H., joins the show to talk about the recent lawsuit filed against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Is your practice overpaying for medical billing?
Hidden fees, rising costs and inefficiencies could be cutting into your bottom line.
Ep. 72: Medicare reform with Susan Dentzer of America's Physician Groups
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, joins the show to talk Medicare reform and the specific proposals included in APG's latest report.
Ep. 71: Agentic AI with Isaac Park of Keebler Health
Isaac Park, CEO of Keebler Health, joins the show to talk agentic AI and how it can be used in health care.
Ep. 70: The state of private practice with Paul Berggreen, M.D., of AIMPA
Paul Berggreen, M.D., president of the American Independent Medical Practice Association (AIMPA), joins the show to discuss the current state of private practice.
7 signs that your practice needs a new EHR
From sluggish systems to frustrated staff, these red flags could mean it's time to upgrade your practice's electronic health record system.
Ep. 69: The physician shortage with Brian McKillop of AMN Healthcare
Brian McKillop, president of the locum tenens division at AMN Healthcare, joins the show to discuss the company's latest report on the physician shortage.
Ep. 68: Hidden risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs with Ericka L. Adler, J.D., of Roetzel & Andress
Ericka Adler, J.D., a health care attorney with Roetzel & Andress, joins the show to explore the legal risks of prescribing GLP-1 medications.