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Brian J. Gallagher, PT.
Welcome to our award-winning physical therapy podcast for private practice owners who want to set themselves up for success and join the industry’s top 10%. Whether your business is just starting up or you’re looking to grow as a business leader and stay on top of industry trends, this weekly podcast hosted by Brian Gallagher, PT and Founder of MEG Business, features actionable insights and tips from physical therapy experts who share the marketing, operations, personnel and clinical secrets that not only improve your practice, but also your life as an entrepreneur!
Ep.195: Gamification Ideas for Your Clinic this Holiday Season
“Gamification” involves creating a fun experience for those around you. Everybody likes a good game! Learn how to enhance your company culture by investing in the happiness of your patients and staff through games and contests. Tune in for some great ideas, and Happy Holidays! Episode at a glance: Keep productivity high Create a game that your staff AND patients can participate in Make your clinic more social Infuse patients into your company culture Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
21:5622/12/2021
Ep.194: Increasing Clinic Revenue Streams with Darcie Jaremey
Let’s dive into a fresh, new topic that we’ve never talked about on the podcast before… Ergonomics! We’re going to tackle it through the lens of diversifying and increasing revenue streams in your private practice. This week, we interview a lovely guest on the topic, Darcie Jaremey from ErgonomicsHelp. Episode at a glance: Provide the ultimate employee experience You need to promote your services Add ways to provide value Stand out in your community Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
36:3815/12/2021
Ep.193: Business 101: Tracking Stats & Metrics in Private Practice with Marla Ranieri, DPT
In case you missed their presentation at PPS 2021, we interviewed Marla Ranieri, DPT from BetterHealthcare to discuss the benefits of their platform and how it enables you to provide the best care as a private practice in this digital world. We got amazing feedback from owners all over the country from this conversation, so we wanted to bring this topic to our podcast audience! Take control of your patient experience using this proven technology. Episode at a glance: Evolve from the old school form fill Up your conversion rate Don’t ignore holes in your practice operations Don’t commit “treason” on your employees Digitize your outreach Step into business autonomy Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
16:0308/12/2021
Ep.192: The Power of Gratitude in Practice Ownership
Welcome to December! The key to any great leader’s success is a display of gratitude. Do you go to work every day ready to help others? Let’s take a step back and evaluate how we, as private practice owners, can best practice gratitude this holiday season (and all year round!) Episode at a glance: Get education in advance of the challenges List what you’re grateful for Address people first, systems second, standards third Be a community leader Ask about personal and professional goals during interview process Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
30:1701/12/2021
Ep.191: The Big Boom Part 2: The Future of Physical Therapy
Let’s move into part 2 of the Big Boom that we’ve experienced after PPS 2021. We talked to some people who may have been holding themselves back from making the right decisions due to being risk-averse. You have to get back to your purpose and ideal scene in private practice. Let’s step into the new paradigm and take an honest look at what’s coming in physical therapy private practice. Episode at a glance: Don’t forget the “work” in work-life balance Let’s collaborate, not compete (Brian mentions a Martha, he meant Marla Ranieri from BetterHealthcare) Rethink location/environment Integrate a team approach Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
29:2424/11/2021
Ep.190: The Big Boom from Private Practice Section 2021
As we’re coming off of PPS 2021, we have all of the questions and concerns that we heard from practice owners that we connected with fresh in our minds. Let’s address them and learn how to make a difference in your practice. 2019 isn’t coming back, it’s time for a reset. Are you ready for 2022? Episode at a glance: Be the practice owner that happens to be a physical therapist, not the other way around Tighten down on your staff training Avoid micromanagement Reevaluate your patient schedule for productivity Outsource non-therapy functions Know how to measure what’s working Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
42:5317/11/2021
Ep.189: Connect with MEG at Private Practice Section 2021
Here we are at the APTA’s Private Practice Section annual conference in Dallas, Texas! We have a quick podcast for you straight from PPS 2021 sharing our excitement to be here, all the great ways we’ll be participating and the importance of being a member of this incredible community. If you’re here at PPS, come connect with MEG at one of our various events, and if not, then you can follow along with us on social media! Episode at a glance: Get excited for all the ways we’ll be engaging at PPS 2021: In the Exhibition Hall at PPS: Booth #817 (we’ll be doing a major prize giveaway!) Thurs 11/11 at 2:30pm Session with BetterHealthcare: “Are You Sitting on a Data Gold Mine?” Thurs 11/11 at 6:30pm MEG’s Cocktail Mixer Friday 11/12 at 1pm Sponsored Session Workshop “Solve Your PT Business Challenges in 30 Minutes” We can’t keep practicing like it’s 2019 Learn innovative and efficient strategies We need a strong PT community right now Invest time and money into attending conferences
14:5710/11/2021
Ep.188: The Great Resignation: What, Why and How to Handle It
Have you been struggling to hire staff recently? Let’s take a deeper look at the problem, and how to solve it. In this episode we pull data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to share the bigger picture of what is happening and why (additional resources shared below). We have to acknowledge the culture shift that we’ve seen post pandemic and evaluate what is going on in our labor market today. Episode at a glance: You need to change your recruiting approach Offer personal and professional growth opportunities Know which type of therapist you’re messaging to Promote fun and gamification in your clinic Retain your staff with an LMS (Learning Management System) If you’re not willing to look, you’re not willing to change Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
36:3803/11/2021
Ep.187: How to Avoid a Spooky Therapy Compliance Nightmare
With Halloween right around the corner, we want to help reduce the fear of the nightmare that follows a Compliance violation. These are scary and threaten to sink a small practice, even if the violation was completely by accident. Don’t be at the mercy of what you don’t know - learn how to stay on top of the regulations to protect yourself in private practice! Episode at a glance: Your Compliance program must be customized per practice Defend yourself as a small business owner Contact Vikram at PT Wired for app Check your EMR system Be prepared for anything Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
19:0527/10/2021
Ep.186: Interview with Jason Waz - Physical Therapy Technology Update
This week we are so excited to invite Jason Waz, PT from NeuPTTech back to our podcast. First and foremost a private practice owner, Jason was the first one to trial and test the Neubie E-Stim technology. Not only does this tech change lives in a big way, but it will set your practice way out from the crowd. Don’t keep running your practice like it’s the 1990’s! Episode at a glance: The biggest challenge right now is staffing; The second biggest is having an office differentiator Why is it important to scale in private practice? You need a solid structure (people need stability) You need customization Connect with a community The NEUBIE Effect Guide: How to Improve Your Practice’s Revenue, Referrals and Patient Outcomes Clinic Spotlights: Case Studies of PT Practices Using the NEUBIE
52:4420/10/2021
Ep.185: Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month
Did you know that October is National Physical Therapy month? And did you further know that this is the 100th anniversary of the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association)? Now is a great time to take pride in the amazing work that PT’s do for the betterment of people every day, and to find ways that you can engage with our powerful community. Episode at a glance: Consider joining the APTA community Attend the annual meetings - it’s worth it Don’t assume that you know all there is to know Add one new piece of tech to your clinic every year Put an emphasis on investing in your staff Keep in compliance and quality, while increasing speed and volume Strive to give more than you expect in return Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
22:4813/10/2021
Ep.184: What to Consider As a Physical Therapy New Grad
Let’s align on what life is like for a new grad coming out of school today. It’s important that you look to start your career with a clinic that has an emphasis on education (practice owners, take notes). Tune in to learn where to start when taking on your first full-time clinical role. Episode at a glance: Hone your skills Be wary of huge money offers Look for professional enhancement opportunities Be ready to exchange in abundance Look at the clinic's Standard Operating Procedures and policies Consider their Compliance measures Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
35:3606/10/2021
Ep.183: Marketing to Doctors Versus to Patients
How do you market for doctor referrals versus to patients of physical therapy? Where are the majority of your patients coming from? Learn different strategies of how to maximize your approach to getting your good deeds well known in the community. Episode at a glance: Drop off a physician information pack Foster your relationships with physicians Communicate how you’re different Promote your quality control measures Promote your clinical efficiency Have a genuine elevator pitch Put out educational value Explore Digital Marketing opportunities Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
31:2929/09/2021
Ep.182: Why Do Good Physical Therapy Practices Struggle?
Brian read a great article by Donald Sull titled “Why Good Companies Go Bad” and it got him thinking: how does this apply to physical therapy private practice? Thus he was inspired for this podcast - tune in to learn how these principles apply and how to avoid stagnation in the management of your practice. Episode at a glance: You can get stuck in a routine and innovation is lost Don’t hang onto people who shouldn’t be there Believe that you can do things differently Look at ways to advance your technology Strive to achieve greater efficiency Outsource! (Get your payroll down) Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
37:5422/09/2021
Ep.181: The Things I Wish I Had Known
In the episode, Brian shares his list of things that he wished he had known when he was starting out in physical therapy private practice, and what he learned along the way. Find out how to do things the right way, the first time! Episode at a glance: Billing challenges: Understand contracting I would never do my own Credentialing now EMR systems & Billing software I didn’t understand what a clearinghouse was Compliance is a must Know how to do collections You ought to know all the Billing regulations Personnel challenges: What you say is not always what people hear What they say is not always what they mean What they say they will do, is not always what they do Striving to be liked and admired is a HUGE mistake Manage by statistics, not personality Personal challenges: I wish I had the hatting and tools of a CEO Adhere to a daily schedule Abandon the do-it-yourself attitude Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
37:3915/09/2021
Ep.180: On the Fence About Starting Up Your Clinic?
Have you considered opening your own private practice? Did someone push you to make the decision (or try to dissuade you)? Are you chasing the money? There is a lot to consider, but you have to get back to your purpose. Get educated and learn what you can expect in starting up. Episode at a glance: Out-create yesterday Don’t play other people’s games It’s what you don’t know that will hold you back Practice ownership is a marathon, not a sprint You have to spend money to make money Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
38:0908/09/2021
Ep.179: Bringing on a New Therapist? Here’s How
It’s time to change your approach to hiring skilled personnel. Make sure they align with your company goals, understand their products, and aren’t in it to just exchange time for money. Tune in for more tips! Episode at a glance: Be transparent Play an infinite game Have them understand their products Train them on how to be a good employee first Get your onboarding consistent with a Learning Management System Be a career, not just a job, through skill enhancement Think in future terms Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
38:1901/09/2021
Ep.178: What is a Patient Care Representative?
What is a Patient Care Representative? Why should you have one? Learn how to spot, hire and onboard this key member of your team - along with their responsibilities and products to elevate your practice to the next level. Episode at a glance: They attract more people to your practice They enrich the lives of the people in your community and organization Enhance patient advocacy Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
33:3225/08/2021
Ep.177: The Definition of Success and How to Achieve It
The definition of success may vary, but there are some common denominators among entrepreneurs. Brian takes us back in time for a casual conversation about what freedom is, and how that applies to autonomy in private practice. Episode at a glance: Don’t agree with other people’s considerations Don’t be afraid to skin your knees Don’t play other people’s games Create the ideal structure Know how to confront and communicate Learn how to plan and program Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
30:1518/08/2021
Ep.176: How to Fund Your Physical Therapy Startup
Are you ready to grab the steering wheel of your future? Let’s talk about how to evaluate your funding options that best meet the needs of your startup and private practice ideal scene. Let us help you navigate the challenges before you hit them! Episode at a glance: Master your emotional connection to money Ditch the DIY attitude! Check out PT United Don’t go for a commercial interest loan Learn how to play the SBA loan game Don’t run your business like you run your household Leverage other people’s money Get comfortable with money ebbing and flowing Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
20:5211/08/2021
Ep.175: Starting Up? How to Do Things the Right Way, the First Time
Our purpose is to enable you to make changes in your life so you can live the life that you want and deserve. Everything you invested to become a good clinician does not translate into being a good CEO. Even professional athletes have coaches - get your professional enhancement training to start your practice the right way, the first time! Episode at a glance: What’s your ideal scene? Be someone people can know, like and trust Operate with modern technology Optimize a consistent onboarding process Pilot & program Know what you don’t know - outsource Learn more about how we can get you to the top 10% in physical therapy private practice
36:3404/08/2021
Ep.174: The Truth About Physical Therapy Private Practice Structure
Whether you have 2 clinics or 200 clinics, there are certain systems that need to be in place if you want a well-run organization. Speaking of structure, welcome to our shorter podcast format! This approach to structure has proven success in the business world - learn how to apply it to your physical therapy private practice, today! Episode at a glance: You need a leader over each division Enable your staff Have defined command channels Know what your new employees need and want Define posts, hats, products, and stats Don’t exchange time for money Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today!
21:0128/07/2021
Ep.173: How to Avoid a Problematic Physical Therapy Front Desk
We start with a recap of who we are and what we do here at MEG. Is your front desk a bit of an unstable, revolving door? Learn how to start with yourself and properly manage the best people through processes and products in this episode! Episode at a glance: Do not try to manage personnel “on the fly” Bring about agreement Hire people who take pride in their work Don’t manage by personality Develop front desk skills through role play, drills, etc Be your employee's coach (or have an LMS!) Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today!
37:3621/07/2021
Ep.172: Strive to Serve as a Physical Therapy Owner
Welcome back! Today Brian gives his tools and conveys his methods through a live role-play. What problem are you trying to solve by going into private practice? What are you doing when you feel your best? Evaluate yourself as a physical therapy practice owner in this episode. Episode at a glance: Lead by example Communicate your purpose Acknowledge jobs well done Be understanding in your communication Gain agreement Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today!
31:4414/07/2021
Ep.171: 5 Best Ways to Scale & Expand Your Practice
When considering ways to scale and expand, it’s best to start by remembering why you went into private practice. In this episode, Brian discusses how to build a practice that has growth capacity and how to continue to scale and expand. Tune in to this episode to align your purpose with strategies for growth! Episode at a glance: Stay ahead of what you need to confront, before you need to confront it Expanding: what happens outside your four walls Scaling: what you can do inside your four walls Meet your staff’s expectations Learn how to run a pilot program Grow your income verticals Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
25:1207/07/2021
Ep.170: Getting Creative with Private Practice Marketing
Today Brian gives tips on a variety of areas in Marketing - external, social media, referrals and internal. Avoid stagnating and operating like it’s the year 1990 by considering these creative Marketing strategies. Don’t shy away from Marketing - learn how to continue to flourish and grow in physical therapy private practice! Episode at a glance: Find ways to outpace yesterday Participate in your community Contribute to your peers Be a resource for your patients Give patients objective data Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Grab your PT Marketing Strategies Toolkit here
34:3230/06/2021
Ep.169: Is Your Physical Therapy Career Aligned with Your Life Goals?
In this podcast, Brian recalls what it was like to be 28 years old first starting out in this career. Do you crave autonomy over how you treat patients and manage your time? Evaluate these key points to discover if embarking in private practice aligns with the life that you envision for yourself. Episode at a glance: Take charge of your time and efforts You should be able to have a life AND a private practice Value other people's time Build a life GANTT chart Explore the Hybrid Model Get the knowledge and coaching you need BEFORE you need it Know what to outsource Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
31:2923/06/2021
Ep.168: 7 Practical Steps the Top 10% of Physical Therapy Owners Take
Introducing a new podcast format! We continue to do everything we can to give you content that aligns with our philosophy of Education, Duplication and Application in the most effective way possible. This week Brian covers seven steps that he has observed as a common trend for the top 10% of private practice owners. Episode at a glance: Start or expand with the end result in mind Work backward from your goals Know the costs and full risk exposure of going into private practice Learn how to scale effectively Cut out those things that don’t support your vision Get creative with cash-based and market differentiators Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy! Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Take our Billing Stress Test to check the pulse of your PT private practice
29:0216/06/2021
Ep.167: How to Manage Increasing Private Practice Operational Costs
This week we dive right into the nitty-gritty of ways to optimize your operating expenses. This harkens back to our training on the 4 Keys to Practice Success: Environment, Structure, Personnel and Systems of Operations. Jump in to learn how to lead from above as the practice owner, not from below! Episode at a glance: Practice according to the APTA Don’t seek to be liked or admired Make sure your therapists are 85% efficient Follow your stats and metrics Get your quality of care up Coach your admin staff on what their products are Stagger the hours (your clinic has to be open at least 50 - 65 hours per week) Get rid of some product inventory Lead from above, not from below Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Take our Billing Stress Test to check the pulse of your PT private practice
36:1909/06/2021
Ep.166: 5 Things You Should Outsource in Private Practice
We start this week’s podcast with a big congratulations to all the new grads out there, and with appreciation for what we have. Brian reminisces about the “do-it-yourself-er” attitude that he had in his early years of practice management, leading to short-term gain, long-term loss. Don’t waste time and energy outside of your strengths. Learn what to outsource! Episode at a glance: Appreciate the value that others can bring to your business Look for opportunities to grow Don’t be the “Do-it-yourself-er” Build a team around you, so that you can stay in your lane Outsource Accounting Outsource Bookkeeping Outsource Legal Outsource Credentialing Outsource Billing Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy! Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Take our Billing Stress Test to check the pulse of your PT private practice
40:2602/06/2021
Ep.165: Succeeding with Private Practice Hiring & Retention
Inspired by some great questions from one of our recent virtual speaking events, today we’re addressing the key to success in private practice - people. We know attracting and retaining top professionals can be difficult. Jump in to learn how to best hire & recruit in the post-pandemic landscape of 2021. Episode at a glance: Aim for live interviews (not Zoom) Hire the person who doesn’t put money first Acknowledge employees personally, and validate them professionally Be more interested than interesting (you’re buying, not selling) Open your ad with a question Offer a better culture Have a pay-for-performance compensation model Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today!
40:1926/05/2021
Ep.164: How to Run a One Minute Practice - Interview with Paul Wright
Our friend from halfway around the world, Paul Wright joins us to share his expert advice in physical therapy practice management. Paul is a Physiotherapist and former owner of multiple allied health clinics in Australia. Let’s talk about how to achieve the quality of life that you deserve as a practice owner! Episode at a glance: Remove discretion Establish your “non-negotiables” in your practice Find a need and fill it Be careful about partnerships Make the systems the star, not the therapists Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today!
54:2419/05/2021
Ep.163: MEG Academy - The “Google” of Physical Therapy Private Practice
Let’s get back to the basics - What is MEG Academy? Many owners face the challenge of how to convey their vision and communication to the rest of their team. We’re here to connect you with the knowledge that you need to succeed. Do not be the effect of what you don’t know! Episode at a glance: Your staff knows when you’re uncertain Get access to powerful resources Know your button, message and call-to-actions (CTAs) Confront your mysteries Know your average collections per visit! Don’t take on a partner if you can help it Leverage your money, don’t spend it Stay compliant with referral marketing Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy! How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
42:1112/05/2021
Ep.162: Top 3 Physical Therapy Referral Marketing Solutions
Whether you are new, established, or have been in the game for decades - you need to know how to better market for referrals for your private practice. There is ALWAYS room to grow. Learn successful strategies to stand out to your referral sources and patients in your market. Episode at a glance: Evaluate your practice from the eyes of your consumer Survey your patients (and USE this data) Run the NPS (Net Promoter Score) Find a need and fill it (better than your competitors!) Patients need to know that your clinicians are experts in their fields Alleviate the top 3 financial concerns of your patients How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
42:3105/05/2021
Ep.161: How to Increase Your Revenue with Standard Operating Procedures
I know we did an episode on this topic recently, but we have more to say! This is especially relevant for all of our existing clinics out there. Don’t be the therapist who just “happens” to be a practice owner. Establish a viable and expanding practice that adheres to your policies. Episode at a glance: Wear your CEO hat - know when to outsource Nurture your employees, referrals, and patients Make sure your planning is in place (Business Strategic Plan) Reduce confusion and increase efficiency with: Onboarding checklist Firm Policies & Procedures Hat Folder Monthly Staff Meetings How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
42:0028/04/2021
Ep.160: How to Find Your Place in Your Therapy Market
Do you know how to evaluate the perfect market to open in? Or how to have an advantage in said market? There is actually a successful approach you can have with this - dive in for actionable steps on how to stay focused and intentional with where you open your physical therapy private practice. Episode at a glance: Calculate your cost per visit - majority are between $45-$55 a visit Do not talk yourself out of your goals Business 101: Find a need and fill it Don’t chase “shiny objects” How to evaluate market: local Realtor, Police Office, County Planning & Development Office, Google search! Find population density: how many other clinics are within a 30 min drive and how many PEOPLE are within an hour drive, and divide Evaluate average household income and age demographics of community How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
43:1521/04/2021
Ep.159: Relevant Solutions to Common Private Practice Problems
Bright ideas without applicable tools won’t get you anywhere. Confront what you don’t know and learn what areas of your business you should be focusing on. Remember, in the areas where people lack certainty, many will choose to do nothing. Don’t do nothing - grab the steering wheel of your future! Episode at a glance: Do NOT do your own Credentialing Be willing to experience anything Stop running your practice as a democracy Don’t get a partner just to solve your problems Find the right “Why” to the problem by looking, not listening Become the Go-Getter Owner! Stay in good communication with your staff Have games for patients AND staff How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
50:5614/04/2021
Ep.158: Tips & Tools for Better Practice Recruiting, Hiring and Retention
Where do you find dedicated, loyal and accountable employees? Let’s discuss step by step the recruiting, hiring and retention process to learn how to attract the best team players to your thriving private practice company culture. Episode at a glance: For recruiting use APTA website lists, Indeed.com, Facebook Ads, Word-of-mouth, staff referral programs Don’t be desperate Let your staff have a conversation with the applicant Acknowledge and validate for good staff retention How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
40:0807/04/2021
Ep.157: Let’s Talk About Private Practice SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
This is well understood in the business world. When you decided to go into private practice, did you realize you were actually switching careers? Let’s beef up the skills you need to grow and SOP’s to finally bring your ideal scene to fruition. Episode at a glance: Don’t run your practice with popular vote Don’t be a martyr/victim Survey your staff and patients How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
41:5631/03/2021
Ep.156: Simple Truths of Being in Private Practice
Let’s get down to the honest truth of what it takes to succeed as a practice owner. PT School could only get you so far to teach you how to be a great staff therapist. Now let’s dive in and fill in the blanks of how to thrive in private practice management. You have the ability to choose your own future! Episode at a glance: Set daily targets Be honest with yourself Don’t settle through life Be willing to “waste” - keep in your integrity Stop seeking praise and admiration Provide your group with direction, stability and experiences that contribute to their value & self-worth Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! How "healthy" is your physical therapy private practice? Take the PT Practice Health Check!
52:5324/03/2021
Ep.155: Mobile Physical Therapy: Real Application
Should you jump into Mobile PT? The short answer: if it’s right for you and where you are! There’s no one way to do things. Tune in to learn the truths and realities about doing Mobile PT, and how to succeed with it. Episode at a glance: Incorporate cash-based Learn how to keep your therapists above 85% efficiency Don’t use Mobile PT as a distraction from private practice ownership Establish your structure and services you would be providing Do not overlook Compliance Pros: Treatment in the safety of home/office is ideal No loss of travel time You’ll get great visit and home program compliance Autonomy Cons: Lack of a team Occasional lack of space and equipment Lack of structured schedule (flexibility, but less stability) How to market (especially with cash model) Schedule your Free Practice Assessment today! Looking to revamp your company structure? Download our Structure Worksheet
43:4517/03/2021
Ep. 154: How To Effectively Manage As Clinical Director
This is one we’ve wanted to cover for a while. Tune in for a conversation on soft skills, personnel management, and how to be an effective middle manager. There’s no need for you to guess - tune in for an action plan on how to successfully manage as a clinical director. Episode at a glance: Establish your Policies & Procedures, Compliance program, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) Clarify products & establish how you will measure them Consider the art of your communication Be willing to experience anything Anticipate, Adapt, Apply Suggest a Pay-for-performance model for the practice Get your payroll under 60% of your monthly income Grab one of our top resources, the Physical Therapy Personnel Toolkit
35:0010/03/2021
Ep.153: Should Owners Think of Their Practice Like McDonald’s?
Meet Steve Rapposelli, PT! An experienced physical therapy practice owner, learn his story, how his journey crossed with MEG, and the leadership mindset. Remember: cash-based services equal success in private practice! Find out how you can find a need and fill it in your practice to actually give patients what they want. Episode at a glance: You need cash services to differentiate yourself and add value We need to think of our practice like McDonald’s! Approach your practice like a business You can be effect, or you can be cause Are you ready for growth? Request your free private practice expansion evaluation
43:3703/03/2021
Ep.152: Therapy Insurance Contracts: Getting In, Getting Paid, and Negotiating
Get ready to take notes. Brian delves into the meat and potatoes of how to get into an insurance contract, how to renegotiate your contract, and how to build relationships and communicate with insurance companies so that you have what you need to provide the best care to your patients. Episode at a glance: You have to consider the Hybrid Model (20% of your revenue through cash-based services) Be a business owner first, a physical therapist second Differentiate yourself from other providers in network Negotiate that you get paid at least the national average Make the case: Isn’t having more options in town a good thing? You have to first establish a relationship Communicate how physical therapy is different Let them know you have a Compliance Officer Struggling with Credentialing? We've got you covered, check out our Credentialing Services What's missing from your private practice? Check out our Physical Therapy Guide to Optimizing your Private Practice
46:5124/02/2021
Ep.151: How to Manage Personnel for the Ideal Company Culture Interview with Dr. Larry Benz
Talk about PTs helping PTs! This week we are honored to interview Dr. Larry Benz, CEO of Confluent Health for a riveting discussion on employee management and communication best practices. Learn how to nurture the ideal company culture for the entire team in your clinic. Episode at a glance: Be creative in your forms of communication Repeat your message for duplication Ask them to respond with what they learned Normalize discomfort - push your boundaries Observe how people respond to you Observe how much time you spend with your best people Grab one of our top resources, the Physical Therapy Personnel Toolkit What's missing from your private practice? Check out our Physical Therapy Guide to Optimizing your Private Practice
36:3017/02/2021
Ep.150: The Gap Between New Grad and Physical Therapy Owner
What does it take to have a patient-centered practice model that affords you the horsepower to be viable, and growing? After speaking to a group of DPT students, Brian was inspired to discuss how to give an abundance of care and how to Startup your dream practice. Tune in to discover how to stand out in private practice! Episode at glance: Identify the right “why” to your problems Get down to your true purpose Give an abundance of care Your brand should be a reflection of your operations You need the ability to confront You need to know the Environment, Structure, Personnel, and Systems of Operation (The 4 Keys to Practice Success) Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy! What's missing from your private practice? Check out our Physical Therapy Guide to Optimizing your Private Practice
38:0810/02/2021
Ep.149: FAQ for Startups and Existing Practices
We’re doing something a little different this week. In this episode, Brian rattles through the top questions that he gets from Existing owners and owners looking to Startup - giving specific, actionable advice for owners at every level. Tune in to get some of your burning questions answered! Episode at a glance: Q&A for Existing clinics Q&A for Startup clinics Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
45:3803/02/2021
Ep.148: Everything You Need to Know About the Hybrid Practice Model
Welcome back! Today Brian breaks down everything you need to know about your two options for today’s Hybrid Model. Tune in to understand the specifics and to eradicate any confusion or gray areas so you can evolve your structure into this incredible new model. Have more questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out! Episode at a glance: The Hybrid Model can be set up in multiple ways: Out-of-network (two tax ID) Hybrid Model VERSUS In-network Cash-based Hybrid Model (one tax ID) 93% of our clients who got the Neubie E-Stim ended up getting 2 or more Outsource. Your. Billing. Have a market differentiator Download our great starter tool for revamping your company structure: The Structure Worksheet
40:2327/01/2021
Ep.147: How To Be the Ideal Private Practice Owner
In this episode, we talk about how to look forward and make the changes that you need to make in private practice. You don’t have to go back to living the life you were living pre-pandemic. What do you want most for 2021? Brian has his answers… do you have yours? Episode at a glance: Embrace technology & advanced practice models Get paid FAIRLY for what you do Write up your Ideal Scene & Current Scene Put together your Business Strategic Plan (BSP) Start trusting people and delegating Invest at least 3% of your Annual GI into enhancing yourself and your staff Find out what’s needed and wanted for your community Don’t be at the “effect” of your Billing Get a better EMR system Check out our NEW Packages & Pricing in MEG Academy!
41:1020/01/2021
Ep.146: Want a Successful Private Practice? Here Are 5 Best Practices
Today, Brian is talking to both his existing and startup owners in private practice in this episode. Remember, “MEG” stands for Management Expansion Group. There’s a whole new set of rules for running a business that you need to be aware of, and Poor mindset = Poor attitude. Tune in to get trained and learn Brian’s secrets for growth, development and expansion. Episode at a glance: Get your training at least 6 months before opening your practice Don’t be too much of a “Do-It-Yourself-er” Put in STRUCTURE (An Organization Chart that works!) Have an Annual Marketing Plan with 2-month campaigns Know what to outsource (bookkeeping, billing, accounting, legal) Build professional and community relationships If you're not sure what actions to take and in what order to take them - request a free private practice startup evaluation
41:4813/01/2021