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How To Fight Insurance Denials | Dr. Warris Bokhari & Julie Baak Dec 10, 2024

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In this episode we talk with Dr. Warris Bokhari and Julie Baak to tackle the complex world of insurance denials and patient advocacy. Dr. Bokhari shares his journey from working within the insurance industry to creating Claimable, a platform aimed at empowering patients to fight back against unfair denials. Julie Baak adds her expertise as a practice manager, highlighting the uphill battle of navigating appeals in the face of insurance company bureaucracy.

Takeaways:

The Reality of Insurance Denials: The episode dives into the staggering number of claims denied each year and the systemic issues that make appeals an uphill battle for patients and healthcare providers.

Claimable’s Mission: Dr. Bokhari explains how Claimable uses AI to help patients craft compelling appeals, leveraging personal stories and clinical data to confront insurance companies effectively.

The Power of Patient Stories: Julie Baak emphasizes the importance of patients taking an active role in appeals, as appeals coming directly from patients carry more weight with insurers than those from physicians.

The Role of Humor in Advocacy: From satirical videos to cease-and-desist letters, the episode highlights how humor and public engagement can bring attention to the flaws in the healthcare system.

A Call for Transparency: The conversation underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in how insurance companies handle claims and appeals, advocating for systemic reform.

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TikTok: @getclaimable

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Knock Knock Eye: Top 5 Things I Wouldn't Do As An Ophthalmologist Dec 05, 2024

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In this episode I dive into my list of the top five things I would never do as an ophthalmologist, from using Visine to playing with fireworks. I also explores the critical connection between nutrition and eye health, detailing how vitamin deficiencies like B1 and vitamin A can lead to conditions such as Wernicke’s encephalopathy and xerophthalmia.

Takeaways:

Top 5 Things Ophthalmologists Avoid: Dr. Flannery shares his professional no-nos, including using Visine, playing with fireworks, using bungee cords, sleeping in contact lenses, and delaying cataract surgery, all of which carry significant risks to eye health.

The Dangers of Vitamin A Deficiency: A lack of vitamin A can lead to night blindness, xerophthalmia, and corneal scarring, underscoring the importance of a vitamin-rich diet.

B Vitamins and Eye Health: Dr. Flannery explains how deficiencies in thiamine (B1) and folate (B9) can cause nutritional optic neuropathy and Wernicke’s encephalopathy, both of which may result in vision loss.

Humor Meets Eye Safety: True to his style, Dr. Flannery uses humor to explain the dangers of fireworks, bungee cords, and other seemingly harmless activities that can cause serious eye injuries.

Preventing Nutritional Eye Disorders: Maintaining a balanced diet with leafy greens, carrots, and other nutrient-rich foods can protect against preventable eye conditions and support overall eye health.

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Glauc Talk: Are Younger Physicians Less Dedicated or Just Setting Boundaries? Dec 03, 2024

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In this episode we reflect on the realities of balancing work, marriage, and medicine. We tackle questions on work-life balance in healthcare, debating how different generations of doctors view medicine—as a calling versus a job. We also share personal anecdotes about how we navigate life as a couple working together while also managing a family, including funny moments about bickering, learning to let go, and setting boundaries.

Takeaways:

Balancing work and marriage in medicine requires intentional time together, even if it's just a few minutes each day.

Work-life balance is increasingly important for younger generations of doctors, challenging traditional expectations in medicine.

Effective communication and mutual support are essential for partners in high-demand careers to thrive together.

Generational shifts in medicine reflect changing attitudes toward work-life balance, highlighting the impact of corporatized healthcare.

Outsourcing tasks—like housekeeping—can be a practical way for medical professionals to free up time for each other.

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Knock Knock Eye: Why Dr. Oz as CMS Director Has the Medical Community Concerned Nov 28, 2024

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In this episode I tackle a range of topics from an intriguing double vision case linked to thyroid eye disease to the unexpected announcement of Dr. Oz as the new Director of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). I explore the controversy surrounding Dr. Oz’s appointment and what it could mean for the future of American healthcare. I also share stories from our Denver live show, including creative fan costumes.

Takeaways:

Dr. Oz’s CMS Appointment Sparks Debate: I discuss the implications of Dr. Oz’s new role as CMS Director, highlighting concerns about his history of promoting pseudoscience and its potential impact on healthcare policy.

Thyroid Eye Disease Diagnosis: I share how I identified thyroid eye disease in a post-cataract surgery patient, emphasizing the importance of early detection to prevent severe complications like vision loss.

Creative Fans Shine in Denver: At our Denver live show, a standout costume—a fan dressed as a Cosopt eye drop bottle—showcased the unique and humorous engagement of his audience.

Challenges of Double Vision Cases: I walk through the diagnostic process for double vision, covering conditions like cranial nerve palsies, myasthenia gravis, and orbital tumors.

CMS and Healthcare Leadership: Beyond Dr. Oz’s appointment, I reflect on the importance of having practicing physicians in leadership roles to address real-world challenges in patient care and healthcare systems.

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What You Need to Know About Postpartum Cardiomyopathy | Lisa Schwartz Nov 26, 2024

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In this episode we sit down with Lisa Schwartz—content creator, author, and new mom—as she shares her intense and unexpected experience with postpartum cardiomyopathy. Lisa opens up about the frightening health scare that struck shortly after her daughter’s birth, leading to heart failure and an extended hospital stay. Through humor and honesty, she recounts the warning signs she initially dismissed, the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, and how this life-threatening condition reshaped her approach to motherhood and privacy. This episode offers valuable insights into the realities of postpartum health, patient advocacy, and the need for awareness around lesser-known maternal health issues.

Takeaways:

Postpartum cardiomyopathy is a rare but serious condition that can occur after childbirth, leading to heart failure and requiring immediate medical attention.

Self-advocacy in healthcare is vital; Lisa’s persistence helped her receive a proper diagnosis despite initial dismissals of her symptoms as anxiety.

Understanding the symptoms of heart failure—such as swelling, shortness of breath, and fluid buildup—is essential for early intervention.

The journey of recovery and adapting to new motherhood after a health crisis can be daunting, but Lisa’s story highlights resilience and hope.

Raising awareness of postpartum health risks helps empower women to seek care and advocate for themselves during and after pregnancy.

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Instagram: @lisaschwartz

YouTube: youtube.com/lisbug

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Knock Knock Eye: How Diabetic Retinopathy Changes Vision Forever Nov 21, 2024

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In this episode I share my jet-lagged reflections after speaking at the Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Symposium. As an ambassador for the initiative, I discuss the fight against diabetic retinopathy, the most common cause of vision loss in people with diabetes, and the ongoing advancements in diagnostics and treatments. I also address your questions, including the challenges of astigmatism, the discomfort of modern headlights, and long-term effects of nystagmus.

Takeaways:

Diabetic Retinopathy Is a Leading Cause of Vision Loss: Dr. Flannery explains how diabetes damages the small blood vessels in the retina, leading to blindness if untreated, and highlights the importance of early detection.

Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative: This nonprofit is advancing research and treatment options for diabetic retinopathy, focusing on reducing the devastating impact of this disease.

Astigmatism and Night Driving: Dr. Flannery discusses the challenges astigmatism poses, especially with modern LED headlights, and highlights solutions like glasses, contact lenses, and specialized intraocular lenses.

Nystagmus and Eye Movement: He explains why people with congenital nystagmus often don’t perceive the motion of their eyes and debunks concerns about long-term damage from constant eye movement.

The Power of Advocacy: Through his work with the Mary Tyler Moore initiative and engaging with fans, Dr. Flannery emphasizes the importance of education and community in addressing preventable vision loss.

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Glauc Talk: Celebrating 100 Episodes with Old Person Smell! Nov 19, 2024

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In this milestone 100th episode of Knock Knock Hi, we celebrate with laughter, personal stories, and a nostalgic look back at our journey together. We reflect on the highs and lows of creating a podcast, from navigating the challenges of working as a couple to taking about our live show on tour and learning about healthcare policy. I share tales of my Texas football days, complete with Pokemon breaks and my infamous “big hit of the week” story. We also get into the hot topic of “old person smell,” which will surely bring you joy!

Takeaways:

Celebrating a 100-episode journey is a chance to reflect on lessons learned, including healthcare policy insights, personal growth, and new perspectives.

Working together as a couple has its ups and downs, but it’s rewarding to share laughter and see each other in new roles.

Live shows in smaller markets can bring as much enthusiasm, if not more, than larger cities—a highlight of touring for the Glockenfleckens.

Topics like "scrubs in public" and "old person smell" show that humor can bring a lighter side to healthcare discussions.

Looking back brings unexpected memories, like Will’s middle school football days, Pokemon breaks, and the rise of the podcast community.

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Knock Knock Eye: Ophthalmology Call Week: Unique Consults and Complex Cases Nov 14, 2024

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In this episode I give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at my call week as a private practice ophthalmologist. With a mix of routine calls and complex cases, I go into unexpected consults for Kaiser-Fleischer rings related to Wilson's disease, diagnosing giant cell arteritis, and managing diplopia with no clear cause. I also share my diagnostic process for distinguishing between common post-surgery floaters and more serious retinal issues. For anyone curious about the daily challenges of eye care on call, this episode offers both humor and insight into the life of an ophthalmologist.

Takeaways:

Kaiser-Fleischer Rings and Wilson's Disease: Dr. Flanary shares a rare consult for a Kaiser-Fleischer ring to help diagnose possible Wilson’s disease, highlighting the role of ophthalmologists in identifying systemic conditions through eye exams.

Floaters After Cataract Surgery: He discusses common post-surgery floaters and the importance of differentiating them from signs of retinal detachment, which may require urgent attention.

Giant Cell Arteritis and Vision Loss: A past patient with biopsy-negative giant cell arteritis raises questions on how best to assess for potential vision-threatening conditions and the typical diagnostic approach for such cases.

Diagnostic Process for Diplopia: Dr. Flanary walks through his approach to a challenging case of double vision (diplopia), outlining potential causes from cranial nerve palsies to myasthenia gravis and thyroid eye disease.

The Life of On-Call Ophthalmology: Balancing sleep disruptions, complex patient calls, and intricate diagnoses, Dr. Flanary shares the ups and downs of ophthalmology on call, giving a humorous and realistic view of the role.

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One Radiologist Is Transforming Physician Communities Online | Dr. Nisha Mehta Nov 12, 2024

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In this episode we talk with Dr. Nisha Mehta, a radiologist and advocate who built two of the largest online communities for physicians, with over 200,000 members. We explore how Dr. Mehta uses social media to drive real change in medicine, from pushing through prior authorization reform to creating networks of support and resources for doctors facing burnout. With stories of navigating online challenges, the power of collective action, and the impact of physician advocacy, this episode provides insight into how doctors are harnessing digital platforms to improve healthcare for themselves and their patients.

Takeaways:

Large online communities for physicians can offer a crucial support system and help with issues ranging from career advice to mental health.

Prior authorization reform was achieved by mobilizing a physician network to contact legislators, highlighting the power of collective physician voices.

Advocacy and networking on social media can help physicians improve their work conditions and address systemic healthcare issues.

Balancing social media with a medical career is challenging, but strategic use of digital platforms can drive impactful change.

Digital communities can be a tool against burnout, offering doctors a place to share experiences, resources, and emotional support.

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Want to Learn About Dr. Nisha Mehta:

Website: nishamehtamd.com, physiciansidegigs.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nishamehtamd

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishamehtamd

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nishamehtamd/?hl=en

Twitter: https://x.com/nishamehtamd?lang=en

Facebook groups:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/physiciansidegigs

https://www.facebook.com/groups/physiciancommunity

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Knock Knock Eye: Does Your Eye Color Make You Prone to Certain Diseases? Nov 07, 2024

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In this episode I explore the fascinating question of whether eye color can be linked to specific diseases. I dive into pigmentary glaucoma, an eye condition most commonly seen in individuals with brown eyes, and explains how certain eye colors can increase the risk of other conditions. The episode also recounts my "eye pilgrimage" to see Dallas's giant eyeball sculpture, discusses creative costumes worn by fans at live shows, and answers questions from the YouTube comments.

Takeaways:

Eye Color and Disease Risk: Dr. Flannery shares how eye color can influence the likelihood of developing certain eye diseases, such as pigmentary glaucoma in brown-eyed individuals.

Understanding Pigmentary Glaucoma: He explains how this condition occurs when pigment from the iris clogs the eye’s drainage system, leading to increased pressure and potential vision loss.

A Unique Eye Pilgrimage: Dr. Flannery recounts his visit to the giant eyeball sculpture in Dallas and why it holds special significance for ophthalmologists and eye enthusiasts.

Engagement with Fans: The episode highlights the dedication of fans who attended his Texas shows wearing themed costumes and props, including recreations of Tabitha, the homemade microscope.

Viewer Questions and Interactive Learning: Dr. Flannery addresses insightful viewer questions, like whether specific eye colors are linked to particular diseases, providing valuable educational content.

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