MGMA Week in Review: Budgeting Your Practice, Physician Onboarding, and Work-Life Balance

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In this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, your hosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett dive into some of the most pressing issues in healthcare today. Topics include how immigration reform could alleviate healthcare staffing shortages, strategies for successful physician onboarding, United Healthcare's new Gold Card program for streamlining prior authorizations, and advice on work-life balance for workaholics.

Key Takeaways:

• Healthcare Staffing Shortages: Colleen discusses an article from HealthExec highlighting how immigration policy reforms could help address physician shortages in the U.S. Attorney Kathleen Campbell Walker advocates for expanding visa caps and streamlining immigration processes to meet healthcare demand.
• Intentional Onboarding for Physicians: Daniel shares insights from Medical Economics authors Tara Osseck and Jenny Binner on the importance of a structured onboarding process for physicians. Personalizing the onboarding experience can significantly improve retention and job satisfaction.
• United Healthcare's Gold Card Program: Colleen introduces the MedPage Today article detailing United Healthcare's Gold Card program launching on October 1st. This initiative aims to reduce administrative burdens by simplifying the prior authorization process for qualifying providers.
• Work-Life Balance for Workaholics: Daniel discusses Malissa Clark’s article from Harvard Business Review about reclaiming life from workaholism. Clark offers strategies such as setting boundaries, re-engaging with hobbies, and practicing mindfulness.
• MGMA Stat Poll: Colleen wraps up with the latest MGMA Stat Poll on compensation budgeting for 2025. The poll shows trends for salary increases, with many practices planning cost-of-living adjustments for medical assistants, nurse practitioners, and front desk staff.

Resources Mentioned:

• Immigration Reform Article - HealthExec
• Physician Onboarding Article - Medical Economics
• United Healthcare Gold Card Program - MedPage Today
• Workaholism Article - Harvard Business Review
• Sign up for MGMA Stat Polling
• MGMA DataDive Report
• MGMA Leaders Conference
• Free Onboarding Webinar

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