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AMA STEPS Forward® podcast episodes

June 07, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Social Determinants of Health
In the final episode of this mini-series, hosts Meghan and Taylor explore ways to assess social determinants of health (SDOH) at the patient level, link patients to resources, and define an SDOH plan for private practices.

Claim CME credit for this episode here: https://bit.ly/3GYtIAG
Resources:
AMA STEPS Forward® module: Social Determinants of Health - https://bit.ly/3R1bZfY
Health Equity & Health Disparities: https://bit.ly/3LaRVX9
AMA STEPS Forward® Success Stories: https://bit.ly/3MRItsZ
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
15 min
May 31, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Private Practice Payment Models
The health care landscape is changing rapidly, driven by the growth of payment models, regulatory changes, technology and consumer demands, and other factors. On this episode, we discuss payment models and how they relate to private practice.
Claim CME credit for this episode here: https://bit.ly/3GYNRGV
Resources:
Physician payment & delivery models - https://bit.ly/43GtUi1
Advocacy Update - https://bit.ly/43XiIh4
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
10 min
May 24, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Administrative Issues Part 2
In this episode, we'll discuss the administrative issues that private practices deal with on a regular basis, including revenue cycle concerns, payor audits, and prior authorization.

Claim CME credit for this episode here: https://bit.ly/3UNmNAe
Resources:
Prior Authorization and Utilization Management Reform Principles - https://bit.ly/3URIoas
Fix Prior Auth - https://fixpriorauth.org/
Prior Auth practice resources - https://bit.ly/3Ad2bYt
Prior authorization model legislation – issue brief (https://bit.ly/3KTKVwe) and model bill (https://bit.ly/41IlNPU)
Payor Audit checklist - https://bit.ly/3mPVEjC
Trends in Payor Audits - https://bit.ly/3LbiMlY and https://bit.ly/3MWIQCx
CPT® - https://bit.ly/3LaH67s
Electronic transaction toolkits for administrative simplification - https://bit.ly/3Lb7Vsc
AMA STEPS Forward® module: Revenue Cycle Management - https://bit.ly/3MYL6cE
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
13 min
May 17, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business - Administrative Issues Part 1
In this episode, we discuss the administrative issues that private practices deal with on a regular basis. There are many, as our listeners may know, so this episode will be a 2-part discussion. This first part will focus on the areas of staffing, scheduling, and management of supplies.

Claim CME credit for this episode here: https://bit.ly/3osCUqR
Resources:
AMA Private Practice Simple Solutions - https://bit.ly/41TQTF9
AMA STEPS FORWARD® Private Practice Playbook - https://bit.ly/PrivatePracticePlaybook
Saving Time Playbook - https://bit.ly/3mtxBXc
AMA STEPS Forward module: MA recruitment and retention - https://bit.ly/3lzzph2
AMA STEPS Forward module: Pre-registration - https://bit.ly/3MXEmLZ
AMA STEPS Forward module: Pre-visit Planning - https://bit.ly/3mKMuVl
AMA STEPS Forward module: Annual Prescription renewal - https://bit.ly/3mKY6rs
AMA STEPS Forward module: Pre-visit Labs - https://bit.ly/3KHYzCM
AMA Practice Benefits - https://bit.ly/3Le3yg4
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
14 min
May 10, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Contracting in Private Practice
In episode 6 of this mini-series, hosts Meghan and Taylor underscore the importance of knowing your practice and your area, but also engaging with experienced counsel wherever possible during the contracting process, so that they can guide you and your practice in the right direction.

Claim CME for this episode here: https://bit.ly/3KT4tRu
Resources:
Private Practice Toolkit: Getting Started - https://bit.ly/3MWuF0r
Contracting toolkit - https://bit.ly/3A9xeV8
Payor Contracting 101 - https://bit.ly/3GWpPME
Payor Contracting 201 - https://bit.ly/3mN8UFC
CIN checklist - https://bit.ly/3LfTVxu
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
9 min
May 03, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Telehealth Services for Private Practice
In episode 5 of this mini-series, hosts Meghan and Taylor share insights for leveraging telehealth and virtual care. They also explore emerging technologies in telehealth and the impact on medical coding.
Claim CME for this episode: https://bit.ly/3LdB9GQ
Resources:
Telehealth Implementation Playbook - https://bit.ly/3mUU5Rc
Private Practice Playbook - http://bit.ly/3EqYEJI
Digital health implementation playbook series - https://bit.ly/3mUnlaN
Telehealth advocacy - https://bit.ly/3otH29L
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
16 min
April 26, 2023 This is My Story: A Humanistic Approach to Care
Chaplain Elizabeth Tracey, creator of John Hopkins’ This is My Story initiative, shares how she designed a program that enables patients who are unable to speak to share their stories through interviews with family members and loved ones.
To learn more about This is My Story: https://bit.ly/41KsKRe
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
31 min
April 19, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Transitioning into Private Practice from Residency
In episode 4 of this mini-series, hosts Meghan and Taylor discuss different types of private practice settings and describe recommendations for current residents. Topics include determining interest and exposure to private practices, how residents can get experience, and what key challenges are when transitioning into private practice.
Claim CME here: https://bit.ly/40jNL3o
Resources:
Private Practice Playbook - http://bit.ly/3EqYEJI
Residency Life - https://bit.ly/3ULT62y
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
15 min
April 12, 2023 One Practice’s Success in Implementing Advanced Team-Based Care
Dr. Gregory Duke Carlson, family medicine physician at TexomaCare in Denison, Texas, shares his experience incorporating advanced team-based care into an accountable care organization. He discusses how the workflow has increased patient satisfaction and safety, increased access to care, and reduced physician burnout and work outside of work.
Team-Based Care Toolkit: http://bit.ly/3LHcDP3
Medical Assistant Recruitment and Retention Toolkit: http://bit.ly/3lzzph2
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
33 min
April 05, 2023 Private Practice: Attending to Business – Practice Efficiencies
In episode 3 of this mini-series, hosts Meghan and Taylor describe ways physicians can streamline processes to increase staff productivity. Topics include assessing the efficiency of your practice, what you can expect from your team, and available AMA resources available to support physicians throughout the process.
Claim CME here: http://bit.ly/3mfusu2
Resources:
Private Practice Playbook - http://bit.ly/3EqYEJI
Private Practice Sustainability - http://bit.ly/3ZASYDG
🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew
🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:
▹ Reforming Medicare payment
▹ Fighting scope creep
▹ Fixing prior authorization
▹ Reducing physician burnout
▹ Making technology work for physicians
📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube
📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters
🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts
💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social
📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA

Disclaimer
The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.
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