Medical Group Management Association (MGMA)

04/08/2026

On today’s episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, Jeffrey Smith reflects on his time testifying before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging and what it meant to represent medical practices in that setting.

He connects that experience to what practices are facing now, from burnout and administrative burden to payment pressure, and shares what he’s focused on as he steps into his role as MGMA’s incoming board chair.

Listen to learn more: https://bit.ly/4vi6xZD

04/07/2026

We’re excited to be heading to the 2026 AAPPR Annual Conference in Orlando, April 12–15. ✈️

Looking forward to connecting with physician recruiters, sharing insights, and exploring the strategies and tools shaping recruitment across healthcare.

If you’ll be at the conference, connect with Jillian Moore and Owen Kemp to learn how MGMA can support your team.

04/06/2026

After testifying before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging on behalf of MGMA members, incoming board chair Jeffrey Smith, CPA, CGMA, MBA, FACMPE, will join the MGMA Insights Podcast to share what he brought forward to policymakers on behalf of MGMA members and what it means for practices right now.

Subscribe so you don’t miss the full episode, April 8: https://bit.ly/4vw11mD

04/03/2026

What looks like a quick doctor’s appointment is just the tip of the iceberg for practice managers.

Behind the scenes, it’s staffing gaps, schedule shifts, patient needs, and much more.

Discover the tools, insights, and community MGMA members rely on to support the work below the surface: https://bit.ly/47EQFq4

04/02/2026

Open a portal. Log in. Search. Re-enter data. Log in to another platform. Repeat.

If you’re feeling the effects of portal sprawl, you’re certainly not alone. It’s behind many of the challenges practice professionals are managing today.

Learn what your peers shared about payer portals: https://bit.ly/4s4eeQl

04/01/2026

Have you ever wondered what "analytics" taste like? 🤔 After years of development, we are so excited to roll this out at the 2026 Conference. 👀 Check the 1st comment for details.

04/01/2026

Guidelines can point the way. But they don’t always reflect where a patient wants to go.

On this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, Dr. Brian Gietzen, Medical Director at Legacy Medical Group, shares how benefits-based medicine helps patients understand their options and take a more active role in decisions.

▶️ Listen to the full episode "Benefits-Based Medicine Explained" to learn more: https://bit.ly/4diSOLK

03/31/2026

For legal reasons, this is a joke. 🍫 See you in St. Louis: https://bit.ly/410K2e5

03/31/2026

As MGMA’s Product Support Strategist, Rebecca works one-on-one with members to understand their goals and connect them with the right resources, education, and certification pathways.

Book a call with Rebecca to get connected to the tools designed for you: https://bit.ly/4dS3LEf

03/30/2026

Behind every strong practice are physicians and leaders working together to deliver care with consistency and compassion.

Today, we recognize the role physicians play in making high-quality care possible for patients and communities. Thank you for all you do. ❤️

Tag a doctor you appreciate in the comments! 👇

03/27/2026

Cybersecurity threats in healthcare are increasing in scale, complexity, and impact on patient care.

The latest MGMA Insight article applies principles from emergency medicine and emergency response to help leaders better understand cybersecurity risk, prioritize response, and strengthen coordination across clinical and technical teams.

Learn more:

This article explores how principles of emergency medicine and response can provide a grounded framework for understanding cybersecurity risks in healthcare. It emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to safeguard patient safety and enhance operational resilience against escalat...

03/26/2026

It’s time to start mapping out your 2026 Conference experience. ➡️ https://bit.ly/47dZfMo

Explore peer-informed sessions built around real operational challenges like access, staffing, and workflows.