Ep84: Mastering the Billing Side of Medicine: Avoiding Billing Pitfalls & Building a Sustainable Practice

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In this episode of The Frugal Physician, Dr. Heather Signorelli shares her expertise on managing the business side of medicine. As a board-certified pathologist, physician executive, and co-founder of NatRevMD, Dr. Signorelli has helped healthcare practices boost revenue by over 25%. She discusses how to build a sustainable private practice, avoid costly billing mistakes, and future-proof your operations with practical strategies.

Perfect for healthcare professionals looking to optimize their practice, streamline billing, and thrive in today’s ever-changing medical landscape.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction: Mastering the Business of Medicine

• Learn how Dr. Heather Signorelli uses her extensive healthcare management expertise to help private practices thrive.

2. Meet Dr. Heather Signorelli: Innovator and Physician Leader

• Discover Dr. Signorelli’s journey from practicing pathologist to healthcare entrepreneur and co-founder of NatRevMD.

3. Avoiding Common Insurance Billing Mistakes

• Explore the most frequent billing errors and how to prevent them to protect your revenue cycle.

4. Tracking the Right Billing Metrics

• Uncover the top five metrics every private practice should monitor to boost financial performance.

5. Building a Sustainable Private Practice

• Dr. Signorelli shares practical tips for starting small, staying consistent, and building long-term success.

6. The Power of Proper Documentation

• Understand why detailed physician documentation is key to compliance and maximizing revenue.

7. Telemedicine Success in a Changing Landscape

• Learn how to implement telemedicine effectively and keep your practice ahead of the curve.

Resources Mentioned:

• Thrive: Top 10 Ways to Boost Your Practice's Revenue by Dr. Heather Signorelli
• NatRevMD – Medical Billing Services
• NatRevMD - Telehealth Changes in 2025: What Physicians Need to Know Blog
• Modern Healthcare– Top 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders
• Skool Course
• NatRevMD Podcast

Listener Takeaways:

• Avoid billing mistakes that lead to lost revenue.
• Track key metrics to improve your practice’s financial health.
• Build a sustainable practice with actionable daily habits.
• Leverage telemedicine to enhance patient care and grow your business.
• Understand the critical role of proper documentation in healthcare success.

Connect with Us:

• Host: Dr. Disha Spath, The Frugal Physician

• Guest: Dr. Heather Signorelli: Follow her Website, Facebook, and LinkedIn

• Email her at: [e-mail]

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