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

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 - HealthExecPhysician Onboarding Article - Medical EconomicsUnited Healthcare Gold Card Program - MedPage TodayWorkaholism Article - Harvard Business ReviewSign up for MGMA Stat PollingMGMA DataDive ReportMGMA Leaders ConferenceFree Onboarding WebinarConnect with MGMA:Visit our website: MGMA.comFollow us on LinkedIn: MGMA LinkedInFollow us on Twitter: @MGMASubscribe and Leave a Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners! Allied Medical Waste is the premier medical waste and document shredding company for medical groups all over the United States. On average, Allied helps medical groups save up to 50% on their monthly costs. Allied is known for their great service and impeccable response times. Reach out today for a free quote! Allied has a special offer for all MGMA members: the first 2 months FREE of charge!Connect with us at [email protected] or call (801) 328-8581.