Week in Review

MPE23

Our guest today is Craig Wiberg, senior manager of digital events at MGMA. Craig is here today to talk about what you can expect to learn and experience at MGMA’s Medical Practice Excellence: Financial and Operations Conference in Orlando, FL, March 19-21.

Resources:

The MGMA Financial and Operations Conference: https://mgma.com/events/mpe23-financial-operations-conference/register-now?utm_source=website&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=con-spring-jan-2023-homepagefeature

March Madness in Orlando: https://www.amwaycenter.com/events/detail/march-madness

Disney: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/admission/tickets/

Grapefruit League: https://floridagrapefruitleague.com/schedule/

Sponsors:
MGMA Events: This episode is brought to you by the Medical Practice Excellence: Financial and Operations Conference 2023. During our premiere spring event, attendees will gain key insights from both disciplines and learn about topics that shape the future success of medical practice organizations. Go to mgma.com/mpe23 to learn more and to register today.

Humana: The latest Value-Based Care Report from Humana outlines many interesting findings and highlights how some physician practices found creative paths to success. Check it out now at Humana.com/VBC. Humana is working closely with physician practices on their value-based journeys.

If you would like additional tools and resources related to medical practice leadership email us at podcasts@mgma.com.

Disney, March Madness, the Grapefruit League and MPE23!

This episode of the MGMA Insights podcast features Liz Gurley and Mike Gracz. Liz is data strategist, member services at MGMA, and Mike is sales manager, DataDiscovery at MGMA. They’re here today to talk about DataDive, DataDiscovery and their session at MGMA’s Medical Practice Excellence: Financial and Operations Conference being held March 19-21 in Orlando, FL. 

As featured speakers, Liz and Mike will make their presentation Monday, March 20 at 3:30pm ET. Their session is titled Accelerating Performance Through Data Benchmarking.

Resources:

The MGMA Financial and Operations Conference: mgma.com/events/mpe23-financi…2023-homepagefeature

MGMA DataDive: https://www.mgma.com/data/landing-pages/mgma-datadive-overview

MGMA DataDiscovery: https://mgma.com/membership/landing-pages/top-resources-of-2021/kpis/datadiscovery?utm_source=digital&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=dat-discovery-feb-2023-datadiscoverygeneral&gclid=Cj0KCQjwtsCgBhDEARIsAE7RYh2FQipfqRag9wiSXsGtRXlgAXsAtT5uKIWIeCV_RMPZbwyhiGDWaDcaAsYUEALw_wcB

March Madness in Orlando: www.amwaycenter.com/events/detail/march-madness

Disney: disneyworld.disney.go.com/admission/tickets/

Grapefruit League: floridagrapefruitleague.com/schedule/

Sponsors:
MGMA Events: This episode is brought to you by the Medical Practice Excellence: Financial and Operations Conference 2023. During our premiere spring event, attendees will gain key insights from both disciplines and learn about topics that shape the future success of medical practice organizations. Go to mgma.com/mpe23 to learn more and to register today.

Humana: The latest Value-Based Care Report from Humana outlines many interesting findings and highlights how some physician practices found creative paths to success. Check it out now at Humana.com/VBC. Humana is working closely with physician practices on their value-based journeys.

If you would like additional tools and resources related to medical practice leadership email us at podcasts@mgma.com.

Thank you again for taking the time to listen to MGMA’s Insights podcast. If you have opportunities you'd like to share with the MGMA audience, go to www.mgma.com/marketing-with-mgma/advertise to find out how you can connect with the MGMA audience.

MGMA Insights: Taking A Deep Dive into Medical Practice Data

Sandy Giangreco Brown, Director of Coding & Revenue Integrity, CLA, and Diane Weiss, Vice President, Revenue Integrity and Education at RestorixHealth talk about navigating the auditing process.

MGMA caught up with the duo at the Medical Practice Excellence: Financial and Operations Conference in Orlando to discuss their general session presentation.

This session will present an update on current audit activity from government and commercial payers. The session will also detail what to do when notified of an audit; who should be involved in the entire audit management process; how best to prepare the most complete and appropriate response; and how to best utilize the offered or included education.

This episode is sponsored by MGMA Events.

Join us June 6-8, 2023, for a robust and convenient learning experience featuring education from industry leaders covering a wide variety of challenges facing medical practices today. MGMA Summit is a signature online event that allows you to take control of your journey by attending live or by accessing the sessions at your own pace until July 8.

Additionally, new networking opportunities will make it easy for you to meet industry peers and discuss solutions to your biggest challenges. Go to mgma.com/events/2023-mgma-summit to learn more and to register for MGMA Summit today!

Live From Orlando: Navigating the World of Audits

Jennifer Yeargain, CMPE, CPC, director of support services at Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center in Alamogordo, New Mexico, joins the MGMA podcast. 

MGMA caught up with Jennifer at the Medical Practice Excellence: Financial and Operations Conference in Orlando. She shares her thoughts on earning her CMPE, staffing challenges for rural health, and tips she employs to help inspire her team -- including bringing donuts to meetings!

This episode is sponsored by MGMA Events. 

Join us June 6-8, 2023, for a robust and convenient learning experience featuring education from industry leaders covering a wide variety of challenges facing medical practices today. MGMA Summit is a signature online event that allows you to take control of your journey by attending live or by accessing the sessions at your own pace until July 8. 

Additionally, new networking opportunities will make it easy for you to meet industry peers and discuss solutions to your biggest challenges. Go to mgma.com/events/2023-mgma-summit to learn more and to register today!

Live From Orlando: Addressing Rural Staffing Challenges

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we discuss rev cycle staffing challenges and offer a recap of the Financial and Operations Conference held in Orlando.

Sources in this episode:

MGMA Stat: https://www.mgma.com/data/data-stories/bottom-line-impacts-from-revenue-cycle-staffing-ch

MGMA Letter to Congress: https://www.mgma.com/getmedia/bb872aa0-65fc-4741-bd3d-6c1452ccb410/03-20-2023_MGMA-HELP-RFI-Response.pdf.aspx?ext=.pdf&mkt_tok=MTQ0LUFNSi02MzkAAAGKrVKX9UH9eSi53fwoXZiQIaZQeiQWDa_bqaghaU3XLQIQZJPbtnEgrtiIn8Jr-X4CJCDBGG1twG0caXmXgIg5j5SRMktKI7og6cLC0h8-9Q

Ask an Advisor: www.mgma.com/ask-an-advisor

MGMA Membership: www.mgma.com/membership

MGMA Advocacy: www.mgma.com/advocacy

MGMA Consulting: www.mgma.com/consulting/overview

Mentorship Program: www.mgma.com/membership/landing…rogram-application

This episode is sponsored by MGMA Events.

Join us June 6-8, 2023, for a robust and convenient learning experience featuring education from industry leaders covering a wide variety of challenges facing medical practices today. MGMA Summit is a signature online event that allows you to take control of your journey by attending live or by accessing the sessions at your own pace until July 8.

Additionally, new networking opportunities will make it easy for you to meet industry peers and discuss solutions to your biggest challenges. Go to mgma.com/events/2023-mgma-summit to learn more and to register today!

If you would like additional tools and resources related to medical practice leadership email us at podcasts@mgma.com.

Thank you again for taking the time to listen to MGMA’s Insights podcast. If you have opportunities you'd like to share with the MGMA audience, go to www.mgma.com/marketing-with-mgma/advertise to find out how you can connect with the MGMA audience.

Week in Review: Rev Cycle Staffing Solutions and an MPE23 Recap

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on President-elect Joe Biden's healthcare initiatives, physician compensation plans, and what it takes to be a compassionate leader.

Sources in this episode:

https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/hospitals/here-are-3-policies-biden-could-get-passed-democratic-senate-and-one-will-not

https://www.mgma.com/resources/resources/financial-management/physician-compensation-plan-essentials-for-2021-ma

https://hbr.org/2020/12/compassionate-leadership-is-necessary-but-not-sufficient

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

Keep up with the latest industry news by going to www.MGMA.com.  If you have a story you want to share with us, email us at podcasts@mgma.com

MGMA Week in Review - Jan. 15, 2021 - Biden and Healthcare

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on the Affordable Care Act, virtual care and vaccines and vaccination plans.

Sources in this episode: 

https://mgma.com/resources/government-programs/mgma-2021-policy-outlook-what-group-practices-nee

https://www.newyorker.com/science/medical-dispatch/five-countries-five-experiences-of-the-pandemic

https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/klas-survey-providers-telehealth-virtual-care-vendor-satisfaction
 

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 

Keep up with the latest industry news by subscribing to the MGMA Insights Newsletter at mgma.com/insightsnewsletter. 

If you have a story you want to share with us, email us at podcasts@mgma.com

MGMA Week in Review - Jan. 22, 2021 - Virtual Care

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature three articles on vaccines, distribution shortages and a vaccine success story.

Sources in this episode: 

https://www.mgma.com/news-insights/press/nation%E2%80%99s-physician-practices-left-out-of-covid-19 

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/blue-cross-blue-shield-of-massachusetts-alerts-members-about-covid-19-vaccine-fraud-schemes-301216464.html 

https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2021/01/why-vaccination-slow-primary-care-doctors/617823/ 

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 

Keep up with the latest industry news by subscribing to the MGMA Insights Newsletter at mgma.com/insightsnewsletter. 

If you have a story you want to share with us, email us at podcasts@mgma.com

MGMA Week in Review - Jan. 29, 2021 - Vaccines

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature content on burnout, physician stress, and behavioral health solutions.

Sources in this episode:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html

www.medpagetoday.com/blogs/kevinmd/90946

https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/2020/04/self-care-tips-for-health-care-workers/

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

Keep up with the latest industry news by subscribing to the MGMA Insights Newsletter at mgma.com/insightsnewsletter.

If you have a story you want to share with us, email us at podcasts@mgma.com

MGMA Week in Review - Feb.  5, 2021 - Behavioral Health

In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, we feature articles on the #LetDocsGiveShots social media campaign and provide a template on how to communicate with patients who have a vaccine hesitancy. 

Sources in this episode:

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/health-law-and-business/doctors-cry-foul-over-being-left-out-of-covid-19-vaccine-push

https://www.mgma.com/landing-pages/letdocsgiveshots

https://www.mmm-online.com/home/channel/four-questions-to-ask-in-building-covid-19-vaccine-messaging/

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

Keep up with the latest industry news by subscribing to the MGMA Insights Newsletter at mgma.com/insightsnewsletter.

If you have a story you want to share with us, email us at podcasts@mgma.com

MGMA Week In Review - Feb. 12, 2021 - #LetDocsGiveShots

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