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During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Kathy Harth, Assistant Vice President of Claims to discuss a complex case involving a sedentary patient with chronic conditions who developed a deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Kathy provides insights on the relationship between the patient’s medical history and the development of her deep vein thrombosis and provides takeaways regarding the importance of treating patients within the standard of care.

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Are you ready to dive into the world of Value-Based Care? Join Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, for the latest episode of The Verdict, MLMIC’s podcast, as she sits down with Dr. Salvatore Volpe to discuss the intricacies and advantages of this patient-centric healthcare model!

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of value-based care and its impact on the future of healthcare!

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Join Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU for a thought-provoking episode of MLMIC’s podcast, The Verdict, as she delves into the topic of healthy aging and aging in place with Dr. Salvatore Volpe. 

Dr. Volpe discusses the challenges of aging in place, and the role of the healthcare provider in supporting seniors’ well-being.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into treating the elderly population.

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In this exclusive interview on The Verdict, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, sits down with renowned expert Dr. Salvatore Volpe, the author of the groundbreaking book "Health Informatics." Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of data-driven healthcare and learn the importance of a team-based approach to patient care.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of health informatics and its impact on the medical industry.

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Join host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, on "The Verdict" as we delve into the world of MSSNY's Peer-2-Peer (P2P) Program for physicians in New York. Our guest, Dr. Frank Dowling, shares his insights on MSSNY's P2P Program, a valuable resource for physicians facing challenges and seeking guidance. Learn how this program connects physicians with peers who understand the unique pressures of the medical profession, offering a safe space for support, empathy and perspective.

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Join Host, Tammie Smeltz, RPLU for an exclusive conversation with Heather Lopez, Vice President of MSSNY's Payment & Practice Division. In this thought-provoking podcast, Heather will share her insights on the current state of healthcare payments, emerging trends and the challenges facing medical practices. Discover how MSSNY is working to advocate for fair reimbursement and supporting physicians in navigating the complexities of the healthcare payment landscape. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode!

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During this episode, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU sits down with Dr. Chad Gehani to discuss the Queens County Dental Society's upcoming event, World's Fair of Dentistry. Dr. Gehani also shares his inspiring story as a practicing dentist originally from India and provides advice for new dentists, as well as dental residents and students.

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During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Dr. Eliscar-Hewett of the Second District Dental Society. Dr. Eliscar-Hewett shares her experience as a new dentist and discusses a few fun events the Second District Dental Society offers new-to-practice dentists. She also talks about the importance of securing dental professional liability insurance coverage with MLMIC.

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During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz shares a case study discussing the importance of proper documentation when treating patients with sulfa allergies and the risk of “curbside consultations.” 

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During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Kathy Harth, Assistant Vice President of Claims to discuss an interesting case involving a bladder injury after a total abdominal hysterectomy. Kathy provides several take-aways regarding the importance of proper documentation on informed consent and the patient-physician relationship.