AMA Pres: MACRA Has Been Made Favorable for Small Practices
In this podcast, AMA President David O. Barbe, MD talks about the accommodations that CMS has made towards small practices in MACRA.
When Physicians are Owners AND Employees
The professional model of medicine is trying to reach a sweet spot, allowing physicians to remain independent but maximize the power of a larger organization.
Hard to Assess Year One of MACRA, Says Expert
Due to the "pick your pace" flexibility for year one of the Medicare Quality Payment Program, one expert says it's hard to evaluate how physicians did.
A Physician's Case for Choosing the Lone Star State
Texas was one of the five Best States to Practice. Dr. Carlos Cardenas talks to us about what makes it so friendly to physicians.
Predicting the Impact of Price's Departure at HHS
The MGMA’s Anders Gilberg discusses the impact of Tom Price resigning his post at HHS.
YouTube: A New Method of Medical Practice Marketing
Stephen Jones, MD, isn't looking to make a name for himself in comedy, he's looking to get patients in the door for their well visits.
Finding the True Meaning of Value in Healthcare
In her book, Halee Fischer-Wright says there has been misguided efforts to define value in healthcare and it needs to be re-examined.
Analyzing the Art, Science, and Business of Medicine
A new book from Halee Fischer-Wright, MD, CEO of MGMA, examines how we need to strike a balance between the three major elements of medicine.
A Doc, Health IT Exec Discuss Tech's Standing in Healthcare
An independent physician and a health IT executive join the podcast to talk about the current landscape of technology in medicine.
EHRs Not Designed with Real People in Mind, Expert Opines
Dr. Robert Wachter wrote the book on the failings of health IT and the effect these systems have on patient safety. He joined us for the Pearls podcast.
Pediatrics an Emerging Market for Telemedicine
The telemedicine phenomenon is growing, especially in pediatrics. This podcast looks at why the specialty is an ideal landing spot for the technology.
PAs Taking the Modern Medical Practice by Storm
The PA profession has seen tremendous growth in the last six years. There are multiple reasons for its increased popularity.
Amid ACA Uncertainty, Value-based Care Will Survive
No one can accurately predict what will happen with the ACA, but that doesn't mean physicians can't chart a path forward.
When Technology Can Reduce - Not Cause - Clinician Burnout
In this podcast, the chief innovation officer at the UPMC health system joins us to explain the potential of artificial intelligence in reducing burnout.
Attending to a Public Health Crisis in an Underserved Area
Facing something like the Zika epidemic is challenging for any healthcare organization, but especially when they lack significant resources.
Previewing Tom Price's Reign as HHS Secretary
In what areas will Secretary Tom Price make an impact at the Department of Health and Human Services? MGMA's government affairs expert shares his insight.
The Patient Empathy Problem Physicians Must Face
One physician nearly died from a ruptured tumor in her liver. From this life threatening experience, she learned the importance of empathy in medicine.
Unanswered Questions from the Potential ACA Repeal
What are the top healthcare issues that practices will have to pay attention to in the coming year?
3 Truths to Improving the Patient Experience
In the second of a two-part podcast,. William Maples, MD, explains that improving the patient experience can't happen through hospitality-industry amenities.
Are Traditional Patient Experience Surveys Flawed?
In part one of a two-part podcast, patient experience consultant William Maples talks to us about the problem with the HCHAPS and CG-CAHPS surveys.
Helping Independent Physicians Stay That Way
Marni James of the Association of Independent Doctors explains how physician practices can remain independent in today’s environment.
What Every Practice Manager Should Do Before 2015
In this podcast, healthcare consultant Craig Greenberg shares three tasks every practice manager should complete before the end of 2014.
Don't Call PAs Midlevel Providers
From nonphysician providers to advanced practitioners, PAs are referred to in many ways. Here's what one PA says is the appropriate terminology.
The Changing Nature of the Physician Assistant Workforce
John McGinnity, president of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, shares how PA practice is changing, and how physicians and practices should adapt.
Storing Patient Credit Card Information: A New Necessity for Practices
In this podcast, consultant Susanne Madden shares how medical practices can store patient credit card numbers securely and effectively.
What Physicians Should Know About the ICD-10 Delay
Robert Tennant, senior policy adviser of government affairs for the Medical Group Management Association, discusses the ICD-10 delay.
What to Look for in Healthcare IT Staff
How to ask the right questions and find the perfect candidate for your practice's healthcare IT needs.
Tips for Physicians on Joining and Posting to Twitter
Pediatrician and social media enthusiast Natasha Burgert offers physicians advice on joining and posting to Twitter.
Three Critical Considerations When Shopping for a New EHR
Looking for a new EHR? Let physician Joseph Robison offer you advice on how replace your old health IT system for a new one.
Making Your Medical Practice Safe for Patients and Staff
Michael O'Connell of Marymount Hospital in Ohio discusses key steps your medical practice can take to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
