In this episode, Meredith Hirsh takes a deep dive into regulatory changes within Medicare and our healthcare system. She interviews Emily Graham who works with a diverse range of medical organizations on complex challenges that impact the quality and delivery of healthcare. Emily clarifies the differences between regulatory and legislative issues. She shares how she worked with CMS to combat the complex administration down-coding issue affecting providers nationwide and how we can fix the physician fee schedule. Enjoy! (Opinions expressed are solely those of Emily Graham and do not express the views or opinions of Hart Health Strategies Inc. or its clients.)

Meredith Hirsh sits down with past president and one of NORM’s first attendees, Ethel Owen. Ethel provides insight into how CSRO and NORM were formed and the importance of joining similar types of healthcare advocacy organizations. She then shares data on NORM’s growth and its efforts to provide educational resources. Meredith and Ethel get honest about why 2024 has been the toughest year in their careers and talk about the need to collaborate to eliminate burnout. Enjoy!

Join Meredith Hirsh in the studio for a sit-down interview with Matt Gracey. Originally planning a career in law, Matt changed course and joined his family’s boutique insurance company. He delves into the nuances of medical malpractice and Florida’s unique structure. Learn from an insurance expert on required business insurances and best practices. Finally, Matt provides insight into purchasing alliances and how they can help physicians. Enjoy!

Join Meredith Hirsh in the studio for an in-depth interview with Jeremy Cohen. Jeremy shares his industry knowledge of health, life and cyber insurance. With the average cost of health insurance increasing, learn what options are best. Jeremy reveals the employer’s responsibility if providing health insurance and provides insight into how employers are creating enticing benefit packages. Discover why key person life insurance is best practice and why cyber security insurance is necessary. Enjoy!

Join Meredith Hirsh as she sits down for a candid interview with Stacey Busch to dissect health insurance options. Discover the differences between Traditional Medicare and any Medicare Advantage plan. Stacey explains the difference between name brand, generic and biosimilar drugs so you can make an educated decision. Learn from a healthcare veteran on how to navigate the health insurance maze. Whether you are in the healthcare sector or want to learn more about health insurance, this is a deep dive into the many intricacies of medicine.

Join Meredith Hirsh in this episode of Working Healthcare as she dives deep with Dr. Joshua Lenchus, a pharmacist turned physician and now Medical Director at Aetna. Discover how his unique path—from community college to leading health systems—has shaped his approach to healthcare. Dr. Lenchus shares candid insights on the evolving roles in medicine, the importance of getting involved, and why understanding the full spectrum of healthcare is crucial for driving meaningful change. Plus, hear his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities in today's healthcare landscape.

In this episode of Working Healthcare, Meredith Hirsh sits down with Dr. Martha Rodriguez who shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Cuba during the Revolution to becoming a leading doctor in the U.S. Dr. Rodriguez opens up about the challenges she faced as an immigrant and foreign medical graduate, the ups and downs of running her own practice, and the tough decision to sell it. She also discusses the importance of staying true to your values in medicine and empowering patients and healthcare providers alike. This conversation is a powerful reminder of resilience and dedication in healthcare.