In this episode of the Health Care Connections podcast, host Jeremy Winn speaks with Nicole Statley, Senior Compliance and Risk Consultant at Health Care Compliance Pros. They discuss the critical importance of vendor selection in healthcare, highlighting common pitfalls organizations face, particularly regarding compliance and cybersecurity risks. Nicole emphasizes the need for thorough vetting processes, including the necessity of Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) and ongoing monitoring of vendor practices to protect sensitive patient data. The conversation also touches on recent cybersecurity incidents in healthcare, underscoring the urgency for organizations to prioritize vendor compliance and risk management.

In this episode of Healthcare Connections Podcast, host Jeremy Winn, Director of Sales at Healthcare Compliance Pros, speaks with Christy Perry, Chief Strategy Officer at Terri Ross Consulting, about the business side of aesthetics and how strategic consulting helps practices thrive. With over 36 years in the medical and aesthetic industries, Christy shares her expertise on the financial and operational strategies that drive growth, including key performance indicators, pricing structures, and avoiding the “race to the bottom” mentality. She and Jeremy discuss how data-driven consulting empowers aesthetic and wellness practices to elevate patient experience, strengthen compliance, and increase profitability. Whether you manage a medspa, plastic surgery clinic, or wellness practice, this insightful conversation offers proven strategies to build a sustainable, successful, and patient-centered business.

In this episode, host Jeremy Winn sits down with Chad Schiffman to explore the growing intersection of cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance. They break down why conducting a meaningful Security Risk Analysis (SRA) is not just a regulatory checkbox, but a critical component of protecting patient data and avoiding costly OCR enforcement actions. The conversation challenges the common misconception that compliance can be achieved through minimal effort, emphasizing instead the need for ongoing engagement, thoughtful risk management, and a proactive approach to security. Together, Jeremy and Chad provide practical insights into what organizations should be doing now to strengthen their compliance posture and stay ahead of evolving threats.

In this episode of the Healthcare Connections podcast, host Jeremy Winn and compliance consultant Jake Yates discuss the critical importance of security risk analysis (SRA) in healthcare compliance. They explore what an SRA entails, its requirements under HIPAA, and the recent initiatives by the OCR to enhance compliance. The conversation emphasizes the need for organizations to not only conduct SRAs but also to develop and implement effective risk management plans based on the findings. Jake shares insights on prioritizing risks, the continuous nature of compliance efforts, and the role of tools and templates in the SRA process.

In this episode of the Healthcare Connections podcast, Jeremy Winn interviews Kevin Baker, Director of Corporate Development at Emergency Care Partners (ECP). Kevin shares his journey in the healthcare sector, detailing his experiences and the unique model of ECP, which focuses on partnerships with emergency medicine groups. The conversation explores the motivations behind these partnerships, the operational support ECP provides, and current trends in emergency medicine, including challenges like patient boarding and reimbursement issues.

In this episode of the Healthcare Connections podcast, host Jeremy Winn speaks with Tom Cunningham, Director of Business Development at Physician Growth Partners (PGP). They discuss the role of PGP in healthcare investment banking and M&A advisory, focusing on strategies for growth and scaling physician practices, the importance of succession planning, and current trends in the healthcare M&A market. Tom shares insights on the evolving interests of buyers in various medical specialties, highlighting the significance of early planning and strategic partnerships.

In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, finding efficient solutions to staffing challenges has become paramount. In this episode of the Healthcare Connections podcast, Jeremy Winn speaks with Beth LeChance, CEO of Global Medical Virtual Assistance (GMVA), about how virtual assistants are revolutionizing medical practices by alleviating administrative burdens and enhancing patient care.

In this episode of the Healthcare Connections podcast, host Jeremy Winn speaks with Jessica Jones, founder and CEO of Build Your Cash Medical Practice. They discuss Jessica's journey in healthcare consulting, focusing on strategies to increase profitability for medical practices. Jessica shares insights on various specialties, including mental health and dental practices, and emphasizes the importance of compliance and expertise in navigating the healthcare landscape. The conversation highlights the need for practitioners to align their services with their passions and the dangers of investing in trendy equipment without proper market research.