MGMA Podcasts

MGMA Podcasts

Welcome to the MGMA Podcast Network, your gateway to insightful discussions and expert analysis on key topics in healthcare management. Dive into a diverse array of shows tailored to meet the interests and needs of healthcare professionals like you. Explore the experiences and perspectives of trailblazing women in healthcare on "Women in Healthcare," or discover innovative strategies and solutions for your practice on "Business Solutions." Stay updated on the latest industry trends and news with "Week in Review," and gain valuable insights from industry leaders and MGMA members on "Member Spotlight." Don't miss our flagship show, "MGMA Insights," where we delve deep into the most pressing issues facing healthcare organizations today. Whether you're seeking inspiration, practical advice, or in-depth analysis, the MGMA Podcast Network is your trusted companion on your journey towards excellence in healthcare management. Tune in and join the conversation today!

Episodes

April 28, 2025 29 mins

In this episode of the MGMA Podcast, Daniel Williams, Senior Editor, sits down with Dawn Plested, an MGMA consultant, and contributor to the MGMA book Advanced Strategy for Medical Practice Leaders: Operations Management Edition. In the discussion, Dawn talks about the importance and impact of administrative structures in medical practices. Dawn also discusses the significance of leadership styles, considerations for choos...

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In this week's MGMA Week in Review, hosts Daniel Williams, Senior Editor at MGMA, and Colleen Luckett, Editor and Writer at MGMA, discuss significant developments in the healthcare industry. Key topics include proposed updates to the HIPAA security rule, essential dos and don'ts for adopting a direct primary care model, the importance of digital communication in building patient trust, the rise of 'care now, pay later' fin...

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What does successful RCM outsourcing look like in 2025? In this episode, Daniel Williams speaks with Chuck Rackley and Marvin Luz of Greenway Health about the evolution of revenue cycle outsourcing — from transactional support to fully integrated partnerships that deliver performance, accountability, and improved patient financial experiences.

Chuck and Marvin share best practices for evaluating outsourcing partners, measur...

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Guest: Lauren Howard, CEO, Clinical Operations Group | CEO, LBee Health | Founder, ElleTwo
Host: Daniel Williams, Senior Editor, MGMA


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In this episode, Lauren Howard shares how her personal experience with burnout inspired the creation of virtual mental health resources. She discusses why toxic work cultures persist, how remote work reshaped expectations, and what healthcare leaders can do to better supp...

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In this episode of the MGMA Weekend Review, hosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett discuss the latest healthcare industry news, including the impact of private equity on medical trainees, strategies to keep physicians offline during vacations, challenges in physician compensation, and the potential impact of new tariffs on medical practices. They emphasize the importance of proactive policy changes and operational adjus...

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In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, host Daniel Williams welcomes back Claude Royster, VP and GM of Health and Wellness at CareCredit and Synchrony. Claude shares insights on how rising healthcare costs are impacting patient decision-making and practice operations. He highlights why evaluating in-house financing solutions and exploring third-party partnerships can be critical for improving access to car...

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In this episode, MGMA consultant Adrienne Lloyd sits down with Jill Arena, a nationally recognized expert in medical practice operations, to discuss the growing need for financial fluency among physicians. Jill shares insights from her work with the Physician Leadership Project and offers practical strategies for improving financial transparency, navigating payer mix, and creating a safe learning envi...

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In this week’s MGMA Week in Review podcast, cohosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett explore the tech and trends shaping the future of medical group practices. From AI chatbots transforming patient communication to new research on stress in the healthcare workforce, we cover actionable insights, policy shifts, and human-centered stories from the field. We also discuss how practices can navigate rising drug costs amid ne...

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    In this episode of MGMA Insights, Senior Editor Daniel Williams is live in studio with Julia Rosen, MGMA’s new Senior Vice President of Information Technology, to explore the dynamic intersection of technology and patient care in today’s healthcare landscape. Julia shares her unconventional journey from studying English to leading major IT initiatives at healthcare organizations, including her work at Epic, Centura Health ...

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    Hosted by Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett, this episode of MGMA Weekend Review addresses issues in healthcare concerning AI compliance and clinician burnout. Drawing insights from the 2025 HIMSS Global Conference, the hosts discuss challenges and best practices for integrating AI within HIPAA constraints. The episode also highlights the importance of provider wellness, the ongoing struggle with prior authorization proc...

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    In this episode of the MGMA Member Spotlight Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Katie Komaridis, Senior Manager at ECG Management Consultants, to discuss the evolving landscape of primary care, the challenges facing women’s health services, and the impact of project management on healthcare operations.

    Katie shares key takeaways from the MGMA Operations Conference, insights on workforce shortages and financial pre...

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    In this episode of Ask an Advisor, hosts Daniel Williams and Christie Good delve into the topic of transitioning from paper to digital employee records for practice administrators. They explore the absence of federal laws requiring paper copies, highlight state-specific regulations, and discuss best practices for securing digital files, ensuring legal validity, and maintaining HIPAA compliance. The conversation also covers...

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    In this episode of MGMA Week in Review, hosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett explore pressing issues impacting healthcare practices today. The episode opens with insights from the Colorado HIMSS Advocacy Day Breakfast, where Colleen shares the latest updates on healthcare cybersecurity and the growing need for vigilance against data breaches and cyber threats. Daniel dives into a recent study showing that patients are...

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    In this episode of MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Rob Lawless, founder of Rob's 10k Friends LLC and an upcoming keynote speaker at the MGMA Financial Conference. Rob shares his extraordinary mission to meet 10,000 different people for one hour each, exploring the profound value of human connection. This episode offers medical practice leaders a unique perspective on building meaningful relations...

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    In this episode, MGMA editor and writer Colleen Luckett talks with women leaders Cheryl Mongillo, MBA; Delores McNair, MHA, ASCP; and Paola Turchi, MSHCA, FHFMA, CPC, FACMPE who discuss their experiences with mentorship, leadership, and the value of networking in professional growth. Paola shares her journey and the importance of building connections; Cheryl speaks on her experience rising from a secretary to a leadership ...

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    In this episode of MGMA Weekend Review podcast, senior editor Daniel Williams and co-host Colleen Luckett discuss key healthcare topics. They begin by highlighting OptumRx's decision to eliminate prior authorizations for around 80 drugs, followed by a segment on the importance of workplace happiness, featuring a case study from Lanco Medical Group. They then cover the latest MGMA stat polling on EHR system updates and impr...

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    In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Les Jebson, Regional Administrator at Prisma Health, to unpack the critical challenge of medical equipment acquisition. Jebson brings a wealth of experience from both private and academic healthcare settings, offering medical practice leaders a comprehensive guide to making informed decisions about purchasing, leasing, or renting medical equi...

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    In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, hosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett discuss the importance of measuring physician job satisfaction and engagement, the impact of recent HHS layoffs, strategies for addressing rising healthcare costs, a personal story about a physician's terminal diagnosis, cybersecurity strategies for healthcare practices, and an upcoming tech-focused healthcare conference.

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    In this episode of the MGMA Podcast, host Daniel Williams speaks with Roben Farzad, a seasoned journalist, broadcaster, and host of Public Radio’s Full Disclosure. Roben is a keynote speaker at MGMA’s Financial Conference in April, where he will present "Disrupt or Be Disrupted: The Tech and Business Trends You Need to Know."

    In this discussion, Roben explores the rapid shifts in technology, finance, and healthcare,...

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    In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams welcomes back Kristin Baird, CEO of Baird Group and a nationally recognized expert in patient experience, leadership, and healthcare culture. They discuss the ongoing staffing challenges in healthcare and provide actionable strategies for maintaining high service standards, even during workforce shortages.


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