{"podcast":{"title":"MGMA Podcasts","slug":"mgma-podcasts-220052","podcast_index_feed_id":220052,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/mgma-podcasts","website_url":"https://www.mgma.com/podcasts","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/iBtmjVpU9D29VjqAfLGs2U3Us-t9jy7tYp_kNWTYmW0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZWEz/ZWU5NmM0NTlmNWVj/Mjk1YjBkYjhmZTk0/MTA2YS5qcGc.jpg","author":"MGMA","episode_count":770,"summary":"Welcome to the MGMA Podcast Network, your gateway to insightful discussions and expert analysis on key topics in healthcare management. Dive into a diverse array of shows tailored to meet the interests and needs of healthcare professionals like you. Explore the experiences and perspectives of trailblazing women in healthcare on \"Women in Healthcare,\" or discover innovative strategies and solutions for your practice on \"Business Solutions.\" Stay updated on the latest industry trends and news with \"Week in Review,\" and gain valuable insights from industry leaders and MGMA members on \"Member Spotlight.\" Don't miss our flagship show, \"MGMA Insights,\" where we delve deep into the most pressing issues facing healthcare organizations today. Whether you're seeking inspiration, practical advice, or in-depth analysis, the MGMA Podcast Network is your trusted companion on your journey towards excellence in healthcare management. Tune in and join the conversation today!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T14:18:46.381160+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052"},"episode":{"title":"Business Solutions: Cut Practice Costs Without Changing How You Buy with MGMA BestPrice","slug":"business-solutions-cut-practice-costs-without-changing-how-you-buy-with-mgma-bestprice","published_at":"2026-02-11T16:55:52+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052/business-solutions-cut-practice-costs-without-changing-how-you-buy-with-mgma-bestprice","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052","url":"https://mgma-podcasts.transistor.fm/752","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/259c667e/e06c2eb1.mp3","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…","meta_description":"On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast — Business Solutions, Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams sits down with Casey Benefield , Senior Director of…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1300,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/mgma-podcasts-220052/episodes/business-solutions-cut-practice-costs-without-changing-how-you-buy-with-mgma-bestprice/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052/business-solutions-cut-practice-costs-without-changing-how-you-buy-with-mgma-bestprice.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}