Medical Money Matters with Jill Arena

Who is this podcast for? It's for you if you: Lay awake at night wondering if your medical practice is doing well financially, or if you are concerned about your insurance contracts or your reimbursement, or if you worry about being embezzled. Do you want a big piece of new equipment, but are not sure it's a wise purchase, or do you shudder every time a financial question comes up? Join Jill Arena, CEO of Health e Practices and other healthcare industry experts as they demystify the business of outpatient medicine in this weekly podcast.

Medical Money Matters with Jill Arena is a health podcast hosted by Jill Arena, with 194 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #195

  Episode 195 | Are You Prepared? Business Continuity for Your Practice with Chris Riccardi

  Aug 18, 202631 minS4

  Send us Fan Mail What happens to your medical practice when the unexpected happens? Whether it's a cyberattack, natural disaster, prolonged power outage, staffing crisis, or another major disruption, every medical group needs a plan to continue caring for patients while protecting its people, operations, and financial stability. In this episode of Medical Money Matters , I welcome Christopher Riccardi, CHSP, CHEP, CHCM-SEC , Manager of Emergency Management and Business Continuity at Rady Children's Hospital Orange County , for an insightful discussion on why business continuity planning is no longer optional for healthcare organizations. Chris has more than two decades of experience helping healthcare organizations prepare for emergencies, build resilient operations, and maintain continuity of care during crises. His work focuses on enterprise business continuity, emergency management, disaster preparedness, and operational resilience across complex healthcare systems. Together, we discuss practical strategies that physician practices and medical groups can implement today to reduce risk, protect patients, and strengthen their organizations before disaster strikes. We discuss what business continuity planning really means for physician practices, some of the most common disruptions affecting medical groups today, and where practices should begin if they don't have a continuity plan. You can reach Chris at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-riccardi-chsp-chep-chcm-sec-7aba9a59/ and you can download the resources he discusses at: https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/ Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill’s company, Health e Practices’ website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice . 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill’s book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig’s website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

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  Episode #194

  Episode 194 | Most of Your Visits are Actually 4's - Why Is Everyone Still Coding 3's?

  Aug 11, 202621 minS4

  Send us Fan Mail What if I told you that you could increase your income by thirty thousand... fifty thousand... maybe even eighty thousand dollars a year... without seeing a single additional patient? Would you believe me if I told you the answer isn't working harder, squeezing in one more patient, staying later at the office, or sacrificing another evening with your family? What if I told you the answer is simply documenting the work you're already doing and allowing yourself to be paid appropriately for it? If that sounds too good to be true, stay with me, because today we're talking about one of the biggest financial leaks we see in physician practices across the country. It's not declining reimbursement. It's not staffing shortages. It's not rising overhead. Those are certainly challenges, but there's another issue that quietly costs physicians tens of thousands of dollars every year. It's undercoding. Specifically, physicians who are providing Level 4 care but continue to bill Level 3 visits out of habit, fear, or simply because no one ever taught them differently. If you've ever finished a full day of clinic, felt mentally exhausted, looked at your schedule, and wondered, "How am I working this hard and still feeling like my practice isn't where it should be financially?" then this episode is for you. Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill’s company, Health e Practices’ website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice . 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill’s book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig’s website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

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  Episode #193

  Episode 193 | The Uneven Playing Field in Medical Construction: A Conversation with Jim Lampus

  Aug 4, 202631 minS4

  Send us Fan Mail Planning a medical office construction or renovation is one of the largest investments most physician owners will ever make—but it's also one of the least familiar. The difference between a project that finishes on time and on budget and one that's plagued by delays, change orders, and escalating costs often comes down to one thing: preparation. In this episode of Medical Money Matters , I sit down with my good friend Jim Lampus, co-founder of Norwest Contractors and DesignLab, to discuss why medical construction is an inherently uneven playing field. Physicians may only undertake one or two construction projects during their careers, while contractors manage them every day. Jim shares how healthcare leaders can level the playing field by asking the right questions, choosing the right construction partner, and insisting on thorough planning before the first wall is ever built. We also explore one of the biggest frustrations in medical construction: contractors who submit unrealistically low bids, only to make up the difference through a steady stream of costly change orders once construction begins. Jim explains why comprehensive due diligence, detailed preconstruction planning, and transparent estimating are the keys to avoiding unpleasant surprises and delivering a successful project. Whether you're building a new medical office, expanding your practice, or renovating your existing space, this episode is packed with practical advice that can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress while helping your project stay on schedule and on budget. Jim can be reached at: https://www.norwestgc.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-lampus-62981124/ Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill’s company, Health e Practices’ website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice . 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill’s book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig’s website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

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  Episode #192

  Episode 192 | Why "I Don't Know" May Be the Three Most Powerful Words You Can Use

  Jul 28, 202620 minS4

  Send us Fan Mail Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, "When was the last time I said, 'I don't know'…and actually meant it?" Think about that for just a moment. For many physicians, those three words almost feel forbidden. They can make you uncomfortable. They can even make you feel vulnerable. From the very first day of medical school, you were taught that your job was to know. You memorized anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathology, and thousands upon thousands of facts. During residency, you learned to make decisions quickly and confidently. Patients expected answers. Attendings expected competence. Your colleagues depended on you. And let's be honest—there were moments when lives truly depended on your knowledge and your ability to make the right decision under pressure. That mindset is not only understandable—it's essential. It helps make you an outstanding physician. But here's the problem. Many physicians unknowingly carry that same mindset into running their practices, leading their organizations, and making business decisions. And that's where the trouble begins. Today's episode is about three simple words that may be the most powerful words you'll ever say as a physician leader: "I don't know." Those three words are not a sign of weakness. They're a sign of wisdom. They're the beginning of learning. They're the beginning of better leadership. And they may be the key to building a stronger, healthier, and more profitable practice. Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill’s company, Health e Practices’ website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice . 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill’s book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig’s website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

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  Episode #191

  Episode 191 | Your Next Patient May Discover You on a Podcast: A Conversation with Bret Gregory of Dr. Talks

  Jul 21, 202633 minS4

  Send us Fan Mail In today's digital world, your reputation extends far beyond the walls of your practice. Patients, referral partners, and even future opportunities are increasingly shaped by what people find—and don't find—about you online. In this episode of Medical Money Matters , I'm joined by Bret Gregory, founder of DrTalks.com, to discuss why building a personal brand is no longer optional for today's physicians. Bret shares how podcast interviews have become one of the most authentic and effective ways for healthcare professionals to establish credibility, expand their reach, and share their expertise with audiences far beyond their local community. Whether you're new to digital marketing or wondering where to begin, Bret offers practical, approachable advice for getting started without feeling overwhelmed. We explore how physicians can leverage their knowledge, tell their story, and build a trusted online presence that benefits both their careers and the patients they serve. If you've ever wondered how to take the first step toward becoming a recognized voice in your specialty, this episode is the perfect place to start. Bret can be found at DrTalks.com or via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretg/ Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill’s company, Health e Practices’ website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice . 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill’s book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig’s website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

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