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Business Solutions: Cut Practice Costs Without Changing How You Buy with MGMA BestPrice
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- MGMA Podcasts
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- Feb 11, 2026
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- 1300
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Summary
On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast — Business Solutions, Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams sits down with Casey Benefield , Senior Director of National Account Sales at MGMA BestPrice, and Christy Farrow , Director of Channel Partnerships at HealthTrust. Together, they unpack how MGMA BestPrice , MGMA’s exclusive group purchasing organization (GPO), helps medical practices of all sizes reduce supply and service costs — often by double digits — without disrupting existing workflows or vendor relationships. From understanding what a GPO actually is to exploring real savings opportunities across clinical and non‑clinical categories, this conversation is designed to help medical practice leaders facing rising costs and shrinking margins make smarter purchasing decisions. Key Takeaways [02:19] What MGMA BestPrice is — and why it matters to medical practices MGMA BestPrice is MGMA’s exclusive GPO, powered by HealthTrust, giving MGMA members access to health‑system–level pricing on medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and services. [03:09] What a GPO does and how it solves a real operational problem Group purchasing organizations leverage collective buying power so practices can save thousands annually on everyday essentials — without negotiating individual contracts. [03:58] Who MGMA BestPrice is designed for (hint: it’s not just large groups) Independent practices, multi‑site groups, ambulatory surgery centers, long‑term care, FQHCs, and specialty practices all benefit — regardless of size or spend. [08:59] Where practices see the greatest savings — beyond medical supplies Members save up to 20% across categories including medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, office supplies, IT, waste management, freight, travel, equipment repair, and more. [09:30] The biggest misc…