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Andrea Greco, senior vice president of health care safety at CENTEGIX, joins the podcast to discuss keeping practices safe and how failing to do so can impact patient care.

private equity and hospital consolidation

MGMA's policy wishlist under the Trump administration

, a quick-hitting news podcast that keeps busy physicians in the know.

Editor's note: Episode timestamps and transcript produced using AI tools.

Workplace Violence is Unacceptable (00:00:00)


Discussion on the unacceptability of workplace violence in healthcare settings.


Host Keith Reynolds introduces the episode's focus on workplace safety in healthcare.

Impact of Workplace Violence on Nurses (00:00:54)


Andrea Greco explains how workplace violence affects nurse satisfaction and patient care.

Workplace Safety and Staff Retention (00:02:25)


Discussion on the importance of workplace safety for retaining healthcare staff, especially younger workers.


Strategies for fostering a culture of safety and well-being in healthcare organizations.

Situational Awareness for Incident Responders (00:05:33)


Importance of situational awareness and tools for employees to report incidents.

Barriers to Incident Reporting (00:07:42)


Exploration of barriers preventing effective incident reporting in healthcare settings.


Steps for primary care practices to enhance visitor management and reduce safety risks.


Key priorities for healthcare leaders to ensure a safe workplace moving forward.

Final Thoughts on Caregiver Support (00:12:31)


Emphasis on putting caregivers first and maintaining a supportive environment.

Podcasts

Andrea Greco, SVP of health care safety at CENTEGIX, talks about keeping practices safe — and how failing to do so can impact patient care.

Ep. 53: Practice employee safety with Andrea Greco of CENTEGIX

 Managing Editor Todd Shryock and Peter H. Reilly, North American health care practice leader and chief sales officer at HUB International, discuss the top risks that medical practices face in 2025, from malpractice insurance rates to cybersecurity to natural disasters.


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Overview of the podcast and introduction of speakers discussing healthcare risks for 2025.



Discussion on Healthcare Costs (00:02:23)


Exploration of rising costs and decreasing reimbursements in healthcare.



Rural Hospitals and Financial Pressures (00:05:49)


Impact of financial strain on rural hospitals and the need for awareness among physicians.




Addressing the challenges of worker shortages and mental strain in healthcare practices.




Overview of the medical professional liability market and its financial pressures.



Mitigating Natural Disaster Risks (00:15:21)


Strategies for practices to prepare for natural disasters and minimize operational disruptions.



Cybersecurity Risks in Healthcare (00:19:16)


Discussion on the increasing threat of cybercrime and the importance of data security.



Final Thoughts on Risk Management (00:23:32)


Encouragement for practitioners to understand and proactively manage risks in their practices.

Peter H. Reilly, North American health care practice leader and chief sales officer at HUB International, joins the show to discuss risks that medical practices face in the year ahead. 

Ep. 48: The top risks for medical practices in 2025 with Peter H. Reilly

Medical malpractice insurance needs an update

Redefining medical malpractice insurance to help physicians thrive  

A recent district court case shows an LLC might not be enough 

Protecting your medical practice from your partner’s tax mistakes

The secrets of evaluation and management coding success.

Untangling practice challenges: Unlocking audit-proof revenue

Occurrence, claims-made and tail insurance explained.

Untangling practice challenges: Beyond the basics

How to safeguard the benefits of private practice.

Risk mitigation strategies for physician practice owners

Regulatory changes that could put physicians at risk for prescribing GLP-1 drugs

GLP-1 receptor agonists—such as semaglutide and tirzepatide—are transforming 

 and diabetes care, offering dramatic results in weight loss and blood sugar control. But as demand for these drugs skyrockets, so do concerns about the legal and clinical risks for prescribing physicians. Medical Economics spoke with Ericka Adler, a health care attorney with Roetzel & Andress, to discuss the key issues doctors need to keep in mind when prescribing GLP-1 medications.

From ensuring informed consent to navigating long-term safety data, physicians must strike a careful balance between patient demand and professional responsibility. We discuss common pitfalls, including prescribing without proper documentation and relying on compounding pharmacies. We also look at the evolving regulatory landscape and what that could mean for medical liability.

 or just considering it, this video provides essential guidance to help you protect your practice and your patients. In this episode, Adler discusses regulatory changes that could put physicians at risk.

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GLP-1s are in high demand from patients, and the results are often impressive. But are there hidden risks in prescribing these drugs?

The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Regulatory changes

The risks of having ties to pharmaceutical companies

 and diabetes care, offering dramatic results in weight loss and blood sugar control. But as demand for these drugs skyrockets, so do concerns about the legal and clinical risks for prescribing physicians. Medical Economics spoke with Ericka Adler, a health care attorney with Roetzel & Andress to discuss the key issues doctors need to keep in mind when prescribing GLP-1 medications.

 or just considering it, this video provides essential guidance to help you protect your practice and your patients. In this episode, Adler discusses the risks of having ties to or accepting gifts from the pharmaceutical industry.

The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Pharma ties and kickbacks

The possible long-term risks or prescribing GLP-1s

 or just considering it, this video provides essential guidance to help you protect your practice and your patients. In this episode, Adler discusses the possible long-term risks of prescribing these drugs.

The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Are there long-term risks for these relatively new drugs?

The telehealth risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs

 or just considering it, this video provides essential guidance to help you protect your practice and your patients. In this episode, Adler discusses the risks of prescribing using telehealth.

The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Telehealth risks

The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Prior authorization and denials

 or just considering it, this video provides essential guidance to help you protect your practice and your patients. In this episode, Adler discusses prior authorization and denials risks.

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