Late Night With Chip & Paulie 24 (June 27, 2024)

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Late Night With Chip & Paulie 24 (June 27, 2024)

Paulie Vanchiere and Chip Hart, joined by Dr. Gail Schonfeld, cover various topics related to pediatric practice management. They discuss the importance of accurate cost accounting, leadership in pediatric practices, and upcoming events like the PCC Users Conference. Additionally, they highlight recent news such as the closing of Walmart Health Clinics and Walgreens reducing its stake in VillageMD, the impact of interest rates on practices, and changes in HIPAA regulations.

Guest: Gail Schonfeld, MD, FAAP

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Summary

- Chip & Paulie highlight the upcoming User Conference in Denver, hosted by PCC, which attendees can join virtually or in person for free.

- Paulie and Chip emphasize the need for continuous hiring practices and effective leadership skills within pediatric practices.

- Chip dives into survey data regarding practice experiences with Beyfortus administration coverage and expectations for future waiver requirements.

- Paulie discusses recent regulatory updates regarding HIPAA, especially those concerning reproductive health data privacy, and stresses the importance of practices keeping up to date.

- Chip & Paulie cover major news topics, including changes in Medicaid enrollment affecting children, Walmart and Walgreens' shifts in primary care initiatives, and an analysis tool (developed by Dr. Gail Schoenfeld) for calculating the cost of providing pediatric care. 

 

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Paul Vanchiere, MBA

For over 15 years, Paul has dedicated himself exclusively to addressing the financial management, strategic planning, and succession planning needs of pediatric practices. His background includes working for a physician-owned health network and participating in physician practice acquisitions for Texas's largest not-for-profit hospital network, giving him a distinctive insight into the healthcare sector. Paul is adept at conducting comprehensive financial analysis, physician compensation issues, and managed care contract negotiations. He established the Pediatric Management Institute to offer a wide range of services tailored to pediatric practices of all sizes and stages of development, with a focus on financial and operational challenges. Additionally, Paul is actively involved in advocacy efforts to ensure healthcare access and educational opportunities for children with special needs.

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