Austin Littrell

These underused Medicare codes can support better care and more stable revenue.

Retired MGMA senior fellow David Gans, MSHA, FACMPE, joins the show to break down the rising costs, flat reimbursement, staffing strain and tech decisions shaping medical practice performance heading into 2026.

Krista Blackwell, Ph.D., joins the show to break down new CDC and American Heart Association reports on ultraprocessed foods.

Loren Adler, fellow and associate director at the Brookings Institution’s Center on Health Policy, joins the show to discuss how payer ownership is reshaping primary care and what it means for independent physicians.

Physician mental health remains overshadowed by stigma, culture and outdated licensing barriers. Daniel Saddawi-Konefka, M.D., MBA, and Christine Yu Moutier, M.D., break down why physicians still struggle to seek help and what reforms could finally move the needle.

Anders Gilberg, senior vice president of government affairs at MGMA, joins the show to explain how the temporary funding agreement affects Medicare claims, telehealth and payment stability.

Clarissa Riggins, chief product officer at Experian Health, joins the show to talk why denied claims are increasing and how AI can help practices prevent revenue loss.

A 2025 survey finds physicians cautiously embracing AI when it reduces burnout, speeds up documentation or cuts through red tape.

Three new electronic health record platforms launched in 2025 are betting big on artificial intelligence, voice and revenue cycle automation to cut clicks and give physicians more time with patients.

The editors behind Medical Economics and Physicians Practice mark 100 episodes of Off the Chart with a roundtable on how the business of medicine has evolved.

Jennifer Trilk, Ph.D., FACSM, DipACLM, joins the show to explain why medical schools should teach nutrition, physical activity and behavior change.

With payers tightening reimbursement, software costs rising and staffing still constrained, billing isn’t just back-office — it’s a profitability driver.

Stefanie Simmons, M.D., FACEP, CMO of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, joins the show to talk about the state of burnout in health care and what’s being done to fix it.

Sara Gerke, David A. Simon, J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., and Deepika Srivastava join the show to talk about malpractice and physician liability in cases involving artificial intelligence.

David Ford, CEO of CMA Physician Services, joins the show to explain how Medway helps independent physicians offload administrative burdens so they can focus on patient care.

Paul Merrick, M.D., and Dan Greenleaf of Duly Health and Care join the show to discuss how independent physician groups can stay competitive, lower costs and preserve autonomy amid consolidation across the health care industry.

From automated charting to intelligent scheduling, AI can save hours each week — if used wisely.

Katie Russell, J.D., partner at Brown Immigration Law, joins the show to discuss how medical practices should respond if ICE agents arrive — and how to stay compliant while protecting patients and staff.

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.

Outdated systems can quietly hurt scheduling, billing and patient experience. Here’s how to recognize when it’s time for a smarter solution.

Bryan Jepson, M.D., CFP, explains what “true wealth” really means for physicians.

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.

From communication to consistency, these strategies help you strengthen patient loyalty — and your revenue cycle.

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.

Kevin Schulman, M.D., MBA, professor of medicine at Stanford University, joins the show to talk about administrative burdens in health care.

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.

At the MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando, MGMA Government Affairs staff warned that a Sept. 30 lapse could stall key health extenders and deepen uncertainty. The shutdown is now here — here's what it means for physician practices.

Yalda Jabbarpour, M.D., and Annie Koempel, Ph.D., M.A., RDN, LD, join the show to talk about women in leadership roles for Women in Medicine Month.

Justin Osmond joins the show to talk about breaking through self-imposed limits and his upcoming keynote at the HCLA Virginia 2025 Fall Conference.

Running a private practice isn’t easy, but these strategies can help you cut complexity and reclaim your time.