In this PracticeMadePerfect episode, Drs. Melanie Sulistio and Michael Ayers discuss the diverse ways medical education can contribute to your career plans. Listen as they delve into how to make your efforts in medical education “count” towards your promotion and career trajectory. Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect| Claim CME Credit…

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Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode three of four, Ms. Amy Brownell will interview Ms. Corrin McCloskey and Dr. Joseph Goeke on developing a strategic plan for sub-specialty programs with the CV Service Line. Listen as these experts share strategic development best practices, the impact that sub-…

Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode two of four, Dr. Tom Draper talks with Mr. Adam DeJong and Dr. Malissa Wood about efforts required in the development phase of a strategic plan document including evaluating current state performance, leveraging external data, and initiating feedback from key s…

Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode one of four, Dr. Jeff Carstens discusses with Messrs. Tom Draper and Michael Montgomery steps to developing a strategic plan for the CV service line. The conversation will center around key building blocks, data, stakeholders, and processes that should be estab…

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In this episode, Drs. Kamala Tamirisa and Sophia Mercadante host Drs. Ankur Kalra and Payal Kohli for a discussion of how to build a brand for self and for the cardiology community – from a platform of connectivity to networking, sponsorship, and a space of unique purpose to reach other colleagues across the world and patients.…

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In this episode of Practice Made Perfect, Dr. Ravi Thakker, ACC Fellows-in-Training (FIT) Council Member and FIT Section Editor-in-Chief, interviews interventional cardiologist Dr. Mirza Umair Khalid on how general cardiology fellows can best prepare for interventional cardiology fellowship. Balancing clinical duties with education, research, admin…

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“Manuscript Preparation from the Lens of an Editor” is a new podcast series/initiative by the ACC Fellows in Training (FIT) Leadership Council to provide ACC editorial fellows, and FITs in general, with quick, easy, actionable tips on how to publish more successfully. In this episode, Editor-in-Chief of the ACC FIT section, Dr. Mohamad Khattab, int…

In this episode of “Med Practice Made Perfect”, host Tom Maher dissects the insourcing-versus-outsourcing dilemma in revenue cycle management (RCM) for medical practices. Maher explores the contrasting viewpoints on control, oversight, and cost-effectiveness associated with each approach. If you’re debating whether to keep your healthcare billing a…

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Welcome to MedPractice Made Perfect, brought to you by Practicefirst Medical Management Solutions. In this episode, host Tom Maher will delve into a pressing issue affecting many medical practices: termination letters for RCM services from Optum. Understanding the Situation Optum recently acquired a significant portion of business from ChangeHealth…

Cardiology is a data rich specialty. Collating and effectively tracking and sharing performance data is critical to strategic operations. In part 2 of this 2 part podcast, the ACC Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Workgroup discusses how to utilize a CV dashboard to assess, communicate and optimize operations. Host Dr. Jeff Carstens evaluates wit…

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Starting a medical practice is a process rife with potential landmines. If caught off guard, hopeful practice owners may find themselves dealing with major delays, incurring fines, or experiencing significant revenue cycle issues down the road. In this insightful podcast episode, we delve into some of the key intricacies of launching a successful m…

Cardiology is a data rich specialty. Collating and effectively tracking and sharing performance data is critical to strategic operations. In part 1 of this 2 part podcast, the ACC Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Workgroup discusses how to construct a CV dashboard that could then be used to leverage operational and strategic discussions with CV,…

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Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. This final episode is hosted by Dr. Gina Lundberg, WIC Leadership Council Chair, who hosts Drs. Noel Bairey-Merz and Pamela Douglas and for a discussion on the leadership efforts at i…

In this episode, Drs. Zain Asad and Poonam Velagapudi invite Drs. Ana Barac and Eric Yang to share their strategy on building a successful cardio-oncology program. Listen as these experts in the field review needs assessment and feasibility, elements of a multidisciplinary team, and evaluating a successful cardio-oncology program. Subscribe to Prac…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. In this episode, Dr. Tamirisa hosts Drs. Annabelle Volgman and Eugene Yang who will discuss the practical aspects of family, career, and the juggling act, and take-home messages based…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. In this episode, Dr. Tamirisa hosts Drs. Gillian Murtaugh and Julia Grapsa who will discuss their personal journey to parenthood as WIC, including family planning, pregnancy, and infe…

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In this episode, Drs. Purvi Parwani, Jannel Lawrence and Ms. Tasha Phillips-Wilson, discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the field of cardiology and, more specifically, Dr. Parwani’s experience as an international medical graduate (IMG) who has excelled in the field of cardiology. Listen as the experts discuss greater understanding of …

In this episode, Drs. Sanah Christopher and Poonam Velagapudi invite Drs. Bill Lombardi and Lorenzo Azzalini to share their experiences building a new program for Early Career Cardiologists. Listen as the experts define best practices for establishing a new program, managing challenges, and avoiding common pitfalls, and overall professional and per…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. In this episode, Dr. Tamirisa hosts Dr. Torie Comeaux Plowden for a discussion on family planning, pregnancy, and infertility issues for women in medicine, specifically cardiology. Dr. Come…

In this episode, Drs. Rosy Thachil and Shashank Sinha continue their series, "Conversations with Critical Care Cardiologists" sponsored by ACC’s Critical Care Cardiology (CCC) Section. Listen to Drs. Sinha and Thachil as they interview leading critical care cardiologists Drs. Lorrel Toft and Penelope Rampersad who describe their journeys to CCC, as…

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The online presence of healthcare practices presents distinct challenges that administrators must navigate, setting it apart from other industries. In this insightful episode, Tom’s guest Claire Carlo highlights the significance of establishing a strong foundation for effective healthcare marketing. Key elements, such as a mobile-optimized website …

In this episode, Drs. Poonam Velagapudi and Babar Basir from the ACC’s Early Career Council interview Dr. Frank Amico, an interventional, heart failure and transplant cardiologist. Hear Dr. Amico describe how a life-altering accident enhanced his personal and professional commitments, and how that event influenced his determination to practice medi…

Building on Episode 1 of the cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Workgroup panel on CV team staffing challenges, this episode will focus on retention of CV team members to minimize staffing challenges. Tom Draper, MBA, FACC hosts a panel discussion with Michael Montgomery, MS, Corrin McCloskey, MPH, and Evan Ownby, MD, FACC to explore strategies an…

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In this episode, Aditya Bharadwaj, MD, FACC and Poonam Velagapudi, MD, FACC discuss the role of involvement of professional societies for early career cardiologists. Joined by Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, MACC and Alaide Chieffo, MD, hear these experts share their journey from the grassroots to the top of their respective professional societies. Subscrib…

Recruitment of cardiovascular (CV) team members has been one of the most difficult challenges for physician and administrative dyad leaders over the past several years. In this episode 1 of 2, the ACC CV Dyad Leadership Workgroup discusses the impact these staffing challenges can have on operations and recruitment strategies that have been effectiv…

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In this episode of Practice Made Perfect, Giuseppe Biondi-Zoccai, MD and Candice Silversides, MD, FACC offer their thoughts on the most common mistakes found in scholarly manuscripts and how to avoid them. Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS, FACC and Monica Verdoia, MD moderate this discussion on the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration, study plan…

In this episode of the MedPractice MadePerfect podcast, host Tom Maher reviews a selection of important policy changes stemming from the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE). Practicefirst is an industry leader in revenue cycle management, providing medical billing, coding, credentialing, and full-service practice management solutions …

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In this episode, Drs. Ritu Sachdeva and Jennifer Co-Vu discuss with Drs. Aamisha Gupta and Kamala Tamirisa the professional pathway towards pediatric cardiology, an exciting career option with an immense potential for growth. Listen as these experts share their views on clinical burden, innovations and research, and highlights of collaborative care…

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In this episode, Dr. Kamala Tamirisa, ACC Women in Cardiology Practice Made Perfect host, invites Drs. Eugene Yang and Joseph Marine for a discussion on promoting active allies for women in the medical field. Listen as the group shares experiences and advice on promoting gender equity through supporting and sponsoring women in research, clinical ca…

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While coding algorithms can significantly improve the accuracy and efficiency of medical coding, they are not a replacement for human expertise. In fact, working with coders is essential to optimizing the use of coding algorithms and maximizing profitability. Coders play a critical role in ensuring that coding algorithms are used correctly and effe…

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are essential metrics used by successful medical practices to monitor their financial health and boost profitability. By establishing KPIs, practices can track important numbers such as revenue, expenses, and cash flow trends. KPIs help identify potential issues in the revenue cycle before they become major problem…

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