In this debut episode of Profits in Practice, host Sarah Webb welcomes guest Lyn Lewars to explore how physicians can strengthen financial health through smarter group collaboration and contract negotiations. Lyn shares how their work with the CIIC—now representing over 350 physicians—helps practices secure better pricing on drugs, services, and supplies while navigating the challenges of buy-and-bill models. They discuss how growing scale creates leverage, why contract details matter, and the importance of managing cash flow, rebates, and billing processes effectively. The conversation also highlights opportunities for independent practices to thrive, from negotiating insurance and supply costs to exploring new revenue streams. If you're a physician or leader aiming to stay profitable and independent, this episode offers practical strategies and lessons learned. Let's Connect

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