Interviews – The Best Practice.

Don’t make this mistake when using physician compensation benchmarks

I was interviewed on a recent episode of The Healthcare Compliance Pod podcast. In the interview, host Susan Freed and I discussed why over-relying on physician compensation benchmarks is a mistake medical practices can’t afford to make. You can listen to or read a transcript of the interview below. If you have any questions or would like to discuss how we can help your organization with provider compensation and setting clear work expectations, please schedule a Practice Strategy Session. Episode Transcript Coming soon.

Healing the “Us vs. Them” Mentality with Stu Schaff

I was interviewed on a recent episode of the Practice on Purpose podcast.

In the interview, Practice on Purpose host Dr. Nicole Eull and I discussed the “Us vs Them” mentality that many medical professionals and medical administrators feel towards each other and how to change that narrative. I shared several insights on bridging the gap between physicians and administrators, emphasizing the importance of clear expectations, mutual respect, and effective communication.

You can listen to or read a transcript of the interview below. If you have any questions or would like to discuss how we can help your organization with provider compensation and setting clear work expectations, please schedule a Practice Strategy Session.

Stu Schaff on The Right Physician Compensation Model

I was interviewed on a recent episode of the Practice Care podcast.

In the interview, PracticeCare host Carl White and I discussed the complexities of aligning compensation models with practice goals, emphasizing the differences between physician owners and employees. We explored the challenges of motivating employees within different compensation structures and address the issue of burnout among healthcare professionals. The episode highlights the importance of valuing employees and setting clear expectations to enhance practice sustainability and improve overall efficiency and profitability. Ultimately, the conversation stresses the necessity of a people-centric approach in managing healthcare practices effectively.

A Holistic Approach to Healthcare Compensation

I was interviewed on a recent episode of the Practice Freedom podcast.

In the interview, I unraveled the complexities of financial rewards, organizational values, and the personal aspirations that drive our healthcare heroes. This isn’t just a discussion about the numbers on a paycheck; it’s an exploration into what motivates the people dedicated to healing others and how practices can cultivate an environment where everyone flourishes, from providers to patients.

Sleepless in the C-suite: Workforce, Part 3

I was interviewed on a recent episode of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)’s Voices in Healthcare Finance podcast alongside Vicki Abelson of The Defined Leader and HFMA’s Todd Nelson.

In the interview, which comprises most of the episode, I discussed the issues that often arise between physicians and the employers of physicians when clear expectations are not set from the beginning. I also explained why physician compensation can be difficult to untangle and understand.

All the things they don‘t teach you in med school (and why they should)

I was interviewed on a recent episode of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)’s Voices in Healthcare Finance podcast alongside Dr. Glenn Hardesty of Texas Health Resources.

In the interview, which begins at 6:15 of the episode, I explain why it is critical for healthcare organizations to set clear expectations for physicians and how it relates to their compensation.