Podcasts about SNF

APTA Michigan's Waves host Andy Wicks interviews Dr. Rachel Auer, a traveling physical therapist from Michigan and a Grand Valley State DPT graduate, about her nearly three years of travel PT across Michigan, Montana, Washington, Colorado, and currently Anchorage, Alaska. Auer explains she chose travel PT to explore the country and sample multiple practice settings, moving between acute care, inpatient/SNF, and outpatient to keep skills sharp. She addresses common misconceptions that travel jobs have poor training or are undesirable, noting her orientation experiences have generally been reasonable. She advises students to start by learning from travel therapy communities, talk with many travelers, and understand tax compliance around tax-free stipends, including consulting a travel-focused tax expert. She also discusses state licensure challenges without the PT Compact and shares outdoor adventures enabled by short-term contracts, while acknowledging frequent moves and housing shifts can be tiring and she may eventually return to Michigan.Use the LARA PT or PTA General Response Form to document listening to Waves episodes for your PDR license renewal credits!www.aptami.orgYouTube

SNF Fraud or Perverse Incentives? Hunterbrook Investigates Understaffing, Self-Reported STAR Ratings, and Medicare Dollars at Skilled Nursing Facilities Is it fraud — or is it just a perverse incentive? That question sits at the center of Hunterbrook Media's latest investigation into skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), and the answer, as Stacey Richter puts it, matters to self-insured employers and anyone else paying for healthcare. In this episode, Stacey speaks with Michelle Cera, PhD, investigative reporter at Hunterbrook Media, whose investigation — triggered by a tip from an overwhelmed elder abuse attorney — uncovered a pattern of systematic understaffing, self-reported CMS STAR rating manipulation, executive bonuses tied to expense-cutting, and related-party financial engineering that funnels Medicare and Medicaid dollars straight back to corporate, while the most vulnerable patients pay with their health and their lives. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ✅ How for-profit SNF chains systematically recruit the sickest patients to maximize Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, then staff below what those patients actually need — keeping the difference as profit and, in some cases, doubling executive bonuses in a single year ✅ How Hunterbrook analyzed millions of publicly available CMS data points across roughly 14,000 skilled nursing facilities, applying a UCSF-developed expected-hours formula tied to patient acuity, to quantify the gap between staffing hours billed and care hours actually provided ✅ Why CMS STAR ratings — the primary tool consumers use to choose nursing homes for loved ones — are largely informed by self-reported, unaudited facility data, and how former employees described manipulation of those ratings as rampant ✅ How related-party transactions allow SNF chains to route Medicare and Medicaid dollars through owned subsidiaries for goods and services like pharmacy, equipment, and insurance — with CMS flagging the overcharges as disallowed costs but lacking any mechanism to recoup them ✅ How a 2024 CMS final rule establishing a federal minimum of 3.48 HPRD (hours per resident day) and a 24/7 on-site registered nurse requirement was ultimately rescinded after industry lobbying — and what that rescission reveals about regulatory capture in the SNF sector ✅ Four concrete policy fixes: codify federal minimum staffing hours adjusted for patient acuity, strengthen reporting standards and auditing so no quality metric is entirely self-reported, create a recoupment mechanism for flagged related-party overcharges, and reform STAR ratings so consumers can distinguish independently verified data from self-reported data WHY THIS MATTERS Right now, Stacey argues, we are endlessly trying to keep up with thousands of profit-extracting geniuses and creating mazes of complexity to regulate actors who have no societal construct keeping them in check. The SNF sector is a case study in what happens when there is no agreed-upon definition of harm — when perverse incentives are just incentives. These are taxpayer, employer, and patient co-insurance dollars potentially going into someone's pocket while a patient is simultaneously being hurt. The 65-plus population is growing, the market is expanding, and — as Hunterbrook's research shows — the model that works from a profit perspective is to take sicker patients, cut the highest-paid staff first, and grade your own homework so no one notices. That playbook, once proven, spreads fast. === LINKS ===

It was 3 o'clock in the morning when Scott Middleton finally signed the papers. The merger was official. And within days, he was already on the road — visiting facilities, riding along with providers, and spotting the same gap everywhere he went: brilliant clinicians doing real work that was completely invisible to the system. In this episode of The Disrupted Podcast, Jamie sits down with Scott Middleton, calling in from Boston, to unpack what he's discovering on the ground in the newly merged Your Health organization — and why tracking your time isn't about paperwork. It's about protection, proof, and getting paid for every minute of care you're already delivering. What you'll hear in this episode: The Dr. Jeeve story: a high-producing doc who managed a nursing home crisis by phone, saved a patient from an unnecessary ER visit — and never billed for it, leaving Medicare with no record of his intervention Why not documenting a visit before a hospitalization doesn't just cost you revenue — it makes you look like a bad provider, even when you did everything right How insurance companies like United Healthcare boldly take 15% off the top of every healthcare dollar — and why that math means providers can't afford to give their time away for free The TCPA pattern Scott keeps seeing: 15,000–18,000 visits a month, almost entirely in nursing homes, with zero follow-up once patients go home The new post-discharge standard: every patient leaving a nursing home gets a telehealth visit within 48 hours, then weekly follow-up for four weeks — no one gets left in the gap This episode is a masterclass in understanding that documentation isn't bureaucracy — it's how you tell your story, protect your reputation, and keep the care you've already given from disappearing. www.YourHealth.Org

The guys are joined by Panthers long snapper JJ Jansen, as JJ breaks down the Panthers 2026 schedule from a player perspective, he gives you his thoughts on the early bye week, the team's return to SNF, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 2026 Hour 3 Ben Standig. The texters answered and they don't like Pickleball. NFL Schedule begins leaking games. NY Giants and Cowboys Week One on SNF. NBA Draft is deep for the first time in a while.

Anthony and Alex react to the news that the New York Giants will open the 2026 season at home against the Dallas Cowboys on SNF. We break down the tactical advantages John Harbaugh brings to this rivalry, and why the Giants' new identity is perfectly suited to take down the Cowboys -- and the rest of the NFC East. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's cloudy again in Philadelphia.  Charles and Mike check in on the latest from the NBA & NHL playoffs, including both Philly teams being swept, a controversial Victor Wembanyama ejection, and trouble watching games while traveling.  Then the guys discuss the upcoming NFL Schedule reveal, react to the unsurprising announcement of Cowboys/Giants Week 1 on SNF, debate the 76-team NCAA Tournament field, and more!  Plus, Jason's Wormbyte features a note on golf TV coverage ahead of the PGA Championship, and Dr. Mike Smith will NOT be back in the saddle this weekend at the Preakness. 

Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar. Gene reflects on the Sabres game 3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. The Buffalo Bills make a roster signing. Gene shares some NFL scheduling news. Rochester Knighthawks President & GM joins the show to share the state of the team. Plus Timmy has a hot take for you.

Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene kicks off hour 2 with shots. Noted Jerk Joe Yerdon makes his way into The Sports Bar to discuss the Sabres game 3 loss & moving forward. Plus we always have Last Call

Full Show Broacast. Gene reacts to the Sabres game 3 loss to Montreal. The Bills make a roster signing. Rochester Knighthawks President & GM stops by the show. What's the latest with the team? Timmy's hot take. Hour 2 has Shots & Joe Yerdon the Buffalo Sabres. Plus Last Call.

Cowboys @ Giants to kick off the season on SNF. A similar game to recent years to open the season but a very different storyline as John Harbaugh tenure as NY Giants HC kicks off. Shane & Brian reacted to the news this afternoon. Our friends at QuinnBet have great odds on the GAA Championship, amazing Acca Bonuses, Acca Insurance & many other daily specials. Find out more at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.quinnbet.com/uk/sports/specials⁠⁠⁠⁠. Remember it's 18+ T&Cs Apply - Always Gamble Responsibly. Follow us on our socials and let us know what you think: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irishnflshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@irishnflshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc X: https://x.com/IrishNFLShow   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The FY 2027 SNF Proposed Rule may only be 40 pages long… but the implications for skilled nursing operators are massive.In this episode of Gravity Healthcare Hacks, Melissa Brown breaks down the biggest takeaways from the proposed rule and explains what SNF leaders should be paying attention to right now — including reimbursement changes, PDPM case mix concerns, therapy adjustments, quality reporting updates, and why CMS is signaling increased scrutiny around MDS coding and documentation.Melissa also walks through: The proposed 2.4% reimbursement increase — and why many operators feel it falls short  CMS concerns around “case mix creep” under PDPM  Proposed payment reductions to Speech, Nursing, and NTA  Why therapy components may actually increase  What operators should be advocating for before the June 1, 2026 comment deadline  How future all-payer MDS reporting could reshape quality visibility  The growing importance of Medicare Advantage quality outcomes  Why now is the time to audit your MDS processes and documentation If you operate a SNF, manage reimbursement, oversee MDS, or lead clinical operations, this is an episode you do not want to miss.Read more and access additional insights from this episode here: https://gravityhealthcareconsulting.com/gravity-healthcare-hacks-podcast/fy-2027-snf-proposed-ruleNeed help auditing your MDS processes, PDPM accuracy, or reimbursement strategy?Visit Gravity Consulting or contact Melissa Brown and the Gravity team to learn how we help SNFs improve reimbursement accuracy, operational performance, and clinical outcomes.Connect with Gravity Consulting: • Website: https://gravityconsulting.com • Contact Melissa Brown: https://gravityhealthcareconsulting.com/schedule-a-consultation • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gravityhealthcareconsultingThanks for listening to Gravity Healthcare Hacks. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another healthcare leader navigating the changing SNF landscape.Support the show

So, how many people are we going to see on the North Shore this weekend? Is the NFL Draft too much of a made-for-TV event? Are locals afraid of the crowds? All of the polls show that most people don't want to go if they already live in Pittsburgh. Are locals turned off by big events in the city? Or is the NFL Draft just too much? Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. The guys had to get Mike's reaction to NBC making it official with Mike Tomlin, as he's set to join the SNF coverage. Mike has long been annoyed by Aaron Rodgers, but it's more embarrassing on the Steelers as he continues to dictate terms. Mike doesn't really understand why Rodgers even wants to come back. How much better will the team be under Mike McCarthy than they were under Tomlin? Mike's sources have told him that Rodgers doesn't like that there is all this talk about him, allegedly. Mike doesn't rule out Rodgers coming back midseason if a team needs a QB. Mike also pointed out that the Phil Rivers situation was very rare. Mike has no idea what's going to happen in the NFL Draft and he's not surprised by how many pundits are all over the place. Mike hates doing mock drafts and admitted to making someone else do it. What's going to happen with the QBs in this class?

Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. The guys had to get Mike's reaction to NBC making it official with Mike Tomlin, as he's set to join the SNF coverage. Mike has long been annoyed by Aaron Rodgers, but it's more embarrassing on the Steelers as he continues to dictate terms. Mike doesn't really understand why Rodgers even wants to come back. How much better will the team be under Mike McCarthy than they were under Tomlin? Mike's sources have told him that Rodgers doesn't like that there is all this talk about him, allegedly. Mike doesn't rule out Rodgers coming back midseason if a team needs a QB. Mike also pointed out that the Phil Rivers situation was very rare. Mike has no idea what's going to happen in the NFL Draft and he's not surprised by how many pundits are all over the place. Mike hates doing mock drafts and admitted to making someone else do it. What's going to happen with the QBs in this class?

Last Call! Gene's favorite gossip topic: The latest on... you guessed it, Mike Vrabel & Dianna Russini

Mike Florio of NBC and PFT joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about his frustration with social media posts from reporters that credit agents, his perspective on situation with Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini, the reluctance of teams to entertain trades for the top draft picks, Devon Achane being available at an extremely high price, and NBC’s SNF.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar: The Buffalo now know their first round opponent in the Stanley Cup playoffs... The Boston Bruins. Derek Kramer from WGR550 joins Gene to discuss the Sabres & Bruins in the Stanley Cup playoffs & the Buffalo Bills heading into the NFL Draft. Tim Schneider shares his take if the day.

Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar: Round 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs are set. Sabres vs Bruins Sunday. We are 1 week away from the NFL draft. Sal Capaccio joins the show to go over the latests with the Bills, NFL schedule, the draft & more. Tim shares his take of the day.

Full show broadcast features Sal Capaccio & Chris Trapasso talking all things Buffalo Bills, NFL draft, NFL schedule nuggets, draft prospects, sneak peaks & so much more. Terrible Time Timmy has his take of the day. Gene passes out shots, plus last call is for you.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) has become a high-stakes mandate that could determine the financial survival of modern practices and the physicians who care for long-term care residents. While the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services quality program has existed for years, a "perfect storm" of increasing penalties and a national push toward value-based care is forcing post-acute providers to better support active clinical participation — and to form more meaningful partnerships between SNF operators, PAC physician practices and value-based care model entities such as ISNPs, hospital-based ACOs and PAC-centric ACOs. "There's this sort of perfect storm of confusion happening between different CMS programs that a patient may be attributed to... that the practice now has to keep track of somehow," says Steve Buslovich, chief medical officer for senior care at PointClickCare. In the latest episode of the Market Leaders podcast, McKnight's Long-Term Care New Senior Editor Kimberly Marselas sits down with Buslovich and Tom Haithcoat, vice president of government affairs with Care Connect MD and president of Ceptor Consulting. Together, they decode how MIPS is influencing care — and coordination — at the bedside, as well as the friction between traditional primary care metrics and the unique realities of the geriatric population. They also explore why stronger alignment and collaboration across SNFs, physician groups and value-based entities is becoming essential to succeed under evolving CMS models. Penalties for non-compliance or poor reporting can now slash Medicare reimbursement by up to 9%, often representing the difference between a practice being "in the black or in the red,” Buslovich says. But often, Haithcoat adds, failure to capture care may be a reflection of missing or misaligned technology rather than lapses in patient treatments. Listen in to learn why practitioners often struggle to capture quality measures across fragmented systems, and how the MIPS measures themselves may be a mismatch for today's skilled nursing and senior living residents. If you need a full breakdown on helping reduce the burden for your community's physicians and clinicians as they navigate MIPS pathways, this is the episode for you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the 10K Rundown: Sarge and Jake talk about how Minneapolis wants to legalize something crazy, Stanley's in Northeast is a hotbed for car crashes, the Twins rolled out an SNF bit for a game with no fans, and Jake Middleton found a gem of a sign on the road.

What's the Latest on the Long-Term Care Front? Episode 376 – With seemingly everything related to health care, the cost of long-term care keeps going up, which may eat into your savings if needed. What are your options to hedge that risk? More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes Transcript of Podcast Episode 376 Hello, this is Bill Rainaldi, with another edition of Security Mutual's SML Planning Minute. In today's episode: what's the latest on the long-term care front? Long-Term Care, or LTC as we will often refer to it in this podcast, is a set of services designed to help people who are no longer able to perform everyday personal tasks on their own. These services are designed to help people out with what are called the “Activities of Daily Living,” such as bathing, dressing, eating, etc. People very often need LTC help later in life due to chronic illness, disability or cognitive issues such as Alzheimer's. The estimate is that 60 percent of Americans will eventually need help with things like “getting dressed, driving to appointments, or making meals,” according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.[1] Medicare coverage only goes so far when it comes to LTC. Through Medicare parts A & B, skilled nursing care generally runs out after 100 days.[2] Without supplemental coverage, you're on your own after that. As you might expect, the cost of care varies greatly depending on what type of need you have and where you live. Overall, the cost of LTC has been going up for decades and shows no sign of stopping. In 2025, the average annual cost of assisted living was approximately $73,000,[3] while the average annual cost for a private room in a nursing home was approximately $137,000.[4] How long is “long term?” The average nursing home stay is 485 days, or about 16 months.[5] But 28.5 percent of those who need care—whether in a nursing home or not—will need it for more than five years.[6] Finding a way to protect yourself against the rising cost of LTC is quite a challenge, and there are several different types of LTC insurance. Some people associate LTC insurance with nursing home care, but it also encompasses home health care. It stands to reason that most seniors, if given the choice, would prefer staying at home to moving into a form of nursing facility. So, in general, LTC insurance often covers things like homemaker services, skilled nursing care, and personal care services performed in the home. Because it's so expensive, many individuals will choose to insure against LTC expenses. But where do you begin? It can be a confusing journey. Here are some of the options people have: A “standalone” LTC policy. An LTC policy could be likened to car insurance or most term life insurance policies. That is, you pay premiums to protect yourself from adverse developments, and the premiums may increase over time. If you never have a claim, that money is essentially gone. With a permanent life insurance policy, you pay for a product that may result in cash value access for expenses during your lifetime, and return a benefit to heirs when you eventually pass.   The number of major companies offering standalone LTC policies has dwindled to just a handful in the last few years.[7] One reason for this is the significant amount of inflation that has occurred when it comes to health care expenses. A standalone policy is subject to unpredictable premium increases every year, and over time, the cost can end up being significantly higher than the initial premium. Another reason is that, through positive medical developments, people are living longer, requiring carriers to pay long term care claims for longer than their products have historically been priced for. A life insurance policy with an LTC rider. Some life insurance companies will offer an LTC rider to their life insurance policies. This is an optional add-on feature that comes at a cost, with the amount varying from company to company. This option is primarily used for people who need life insurance. Every dollar paid out by the LTC rider will reduce the remaining death benefit to heirs. While costs may still be significant, if the LTC rider is never used, there is still that death benefit to heirs, helping to justify the total cost. Chronic illness rider. Some insurance companies offer an alternative: a chronic illness rider. In general, a chronic illness rider allows the insured to get early access to their policy's death benefit when they are faced with a chronic illness, that is, any illness from which they are not expected to recover from during their lifetime. As with an LTC rider, chronic illness rider use would reduce the policy's death benefit when you eventually pass.   Many companies offer a chronic illness rider at no additional premium cost. And if you need to use the benefit, it is generally tax-free. If you don't use it, your full death benefit remains available. Self-insurance. This is always an option. You could simply pay the costs out of your own resources. The problem is that future costs could become astronomical, causing you to run out of money. If you end up never needing any form of long-term care though, you would theoretically be better off… But is it worth the risk? Getting old is typically never easy and long-term care is just one piece of the puzzle to consider, along with Medicare supplements, health care directives, powers of attorney, etc. Rising health care costs have made the puzzle much more difficult to solve and spending quality time to carefully consider the risks as they pertain to your individual situation is important. The sooner you start planning, the better. And as you move forward, involving a qualified legal representative well-versed in long-term care as well as national laws and the laws in your state which can vary, is highly recommended. [1] U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. “What is Long-Term Care (LTC) and Who Needs it?” LongTermCare.gov. https://acl.gov/ltc (accessed February 20, 2026). [2] Medicare Interactive. “SNF care past 100 days.” Medicareinteractive.org. https://www.medicareinteractive.org/understanding-medicare/medicare-covered-services/skilled-nursing-facility-snf-services/snf-care-past-100-days (accessed February 23, 2026). [3] Rosenblatt, Bruce. “The Cost of Assisted Living in 2025: What You Need to Know.” Seniorhousingsolutions.net. https://seniorhousingsolutions.net/the-cost-of-assisted-living-in-2025-what-you-need-to-know/ (accessed February 23, 2026). [4] American Council on Aging. “2026 Nursing Home Costs by State and Region.” Medicaidplanningassistance.org. https://www.medicaidplanningassistance.org/nursing-home-costs/ (accessed February 23, 2026). [5] Wisner, Wendy. “How long is the average nursing home stay?” Care.com. https://www.care.com/c/average-nursing-home-stay/ (accessed February 23, 2026). [6] Kujala, Jacob. “The Changing Landscape Of Long-Term-Care Insurance.” Financial Advisor. https://www.fa-mag.com/news/the-changing-landscape-of-long-term-care-insurance-84943.html (accessed February 23, 2026). [7] Knueven, Liz. “The best long-term care insurance companies of February 2026.” cnbc.com. https://www.cnbc.com/select/best-long-term-care-insurance/ (accessed February 23, 2026). More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes This podcast is brought to you by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, The Company That Cares®. The content provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Information is provided in good faith. However, the Company makes no representation or warranty of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. The information presented is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not to serve as legal, tax or other financial advice related to individual situations, because each individual's legal, tax and financial situation is different. Specific advice needs to be tailored to your situation. Therefore, please consult with your own attorney, tax professional and/or other advisors regarding your specific situation. To help reach your goals, you need a skilled professional by your side. Contact your local Security Mutual life insurance advisor today. As part of the planning process, he or she will coordinate with your other advisors as needed to help you achieve your financial goals and objectives. For more information, visit us at SMLNY.com/SMLPodcast. If you've enjoyed this podcast, tell your friends about it. And be sure to give us a five-star review. And check us out on LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter. Thanks for listening, and we'll talk to you next time. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. 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Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar: Gene explains the Syracuse Orange head coaching search. Bills Ryan Van Demark signs offer sheet. Rochester Knighthawks Randy Mearns joins the show. Tim Schneider shares his bad take & much more.

Tim Schneider shares his bad take of the day.

Full Show Broadcast: Gene shares his thoughts on Syracuse's head coaching search. Rochester Knighthawks Randy Mearns joins the show to discuss the state of the team. Tim Schneider gives his take of the day. Shots & top sports headlines in hour 2. Plus PJ Glasser helps you fill out your bracket.

Kyler signs with the Vikings...NBC not bringing Dungy back on SNF will they trim more of the roster...Dan Lanning looking very cool to start spring practices, his thoughts on his new coordinators and new offensive line.

Send a textWant to be the agency a SNF social worker calls first? Start by seeing the world through their eyes. We unpack the real pressures behind every discharge—insurance clocks, readmission metrics, complex families—and lay out a playbook that turns home care from a sales pitch into a safety net. Our focus: reduce risk, protect reputations, and make hard days lighter.We break down the non-negotiables that matter most on the floor: lightning-fast responses, true 24-hour start-of-care capability, and weekend coverage that actually shows up. Then we get specific about scope so no one's guessing—ADLs, transfers, dementia supervision, fall-risk protocols, live-in versus 24-hour care, and short-term transitional support. You'll hear how to structure first-day-of-service home visits that validate the plan in the real environment, prevent early failures, and keep families from bouncing back angry.Readmission prevention is where non-medical care changes the outcome. We map simple, repeatable habits—hydration and nutrition check-ins, medication reminders, appointment follow-through, mobility assistance, and change-of-condition reporting—that keep clients stable and facilities confident. We also tackle the two biggest trust breakers: staffing flakiness and fuzzy pricing. Learn how to present backup plans, field supervision, and retention stats, plus a clear pricing range rooted in assessment, not guesswork. And because March is National Social Work Month, we share practical, memorable ideas—coffee bars, hydration stations, gatekeeper treats, and social worker spotlights—that open doors and start real partnerships.If you're ready to stop selling and start safeguarding discharges, this conversation gives you the language, systems, and leave-behinds to become the reliable choice. Subscribe, share with your team, and leave a review to tell us which strategy you'll implement first.Continuum Mastery Circle IntroVisit our website at https://asnhomecaremarketing.comGet Your 11 Free Home Care Marketing Guides: https://bit.ly/homecarerev

CPT 92507 is being deleted and replaced with new time-based speech therapy CPT codes. What does this mean for SLP reimbursement, Medicare billing, work RVUs, and compliance?In this episode of Fix SLP, Jeanette Benigas, PhD, is joined by Rick Gawenda to break down:• Why CPT 92507 was targeted for review• The new proposed speech therapy CPT codes• RUC work RVU recommendations• Practice expense implications• The shift from untimed to timed codes• The risk to auditory processing disorder and communication in the new code language• How audits and payer denials could increase• What SLPs can do before the March 6 open comment periodThe AMA CPT Editorial Panel approved deleting 92507 and creating ten new time-based treatment codes. But what's missing? Language that includes auditory processing disorder, communication, and flexibility for real-world therapy sessions.If you're a speech-language pathologist in private practice, outpatient therapy, pediatrics, hospital, SNF, or home health, this episode explains exactly what is happening and what could change in 2027. This is the episode every SLP needs to hear about CPT 92507.You can find Rick Gawenda on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin, and Facebook, or at https://gawendaseminars.com. ✨  Grateful for Beaming Health's partnership in helping clinicians handle insurance so they can focus on patients. Make sure to let them know that Fix SLP sent you! ✨ Register for the directory at speechconnect.org and support the fundraiser that will help launch Speech Connect nationwide.

Matt Harmon and Scott Pianowski recap a wild Wild Card weekend that saw 4 classic playoff games and the Patriots dispose of the Chargers on SNF. The two look at 'fantasy' performances that actually mattered for Wild Card weekend and what the biggest implications we can take from them for the 2026 fantasy season.(2:15) - Rams 34, Panthers 31(18:00) - Bears 31, Packers 27(33:30) - Bills 27, Jaguars 24(45:15)-  49ers 23, Eagles 19(52:20) - Patriots 16, Chargers 3 Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on your favorite podcast app:

Bryan Anthony Davis discusses the classic Ravens-Steelers affair after attending the SNF game and more on his solo show, BAD Language. Steel Curtain Network is courtesy of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out our exclusive 20% off deals with Hyper Natural, Big Fork Brands, and Strong Coffee Company ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the guys talk about the Steelers surviving the Ravens on SNF to win the AFC North and move on to the playoffs, Myles Garrett securing the single-season sack record with an easy one against Joe Burrow, ICYMI, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Valenti and Jim Costa's new show! Sunday nights at 7:30 we'll be streaming live on YouTube and Twitch with “The Football Show” Talking the biggest NFL stories, Lions finale @ the Bears and a look at SNF. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Ben talks about the Ravens choking away the SNF game against the Steelers and getting eliminated from playoffs contention, the Atlanta Falcons firing coach Raheem Morris after two years, Maller to the Third Degree, Insta-Advice Line, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Steelers top Ravens for AFC North(22:00) Mike Tomlin reacts to win(46:00) Lamar reacts to loss - will he remain a Raven?(55:00) Who is the AFC's best team right now? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How far can Brock Purdy take the banged-up San Francisco 49ers? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab recap that thrilling SNF shootout and dive into key winner-take-all battles in the AFC North and NFC South. Will the Pittsburgh Steelers or Baltimore Ravens come out on top of the division? Is it fair that the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers or hot-and-cold Carolina Panthers will host a playoff game? Closing things out, the crew looks at the most disappointing teams that missed the playoffs before discussing their "One More Thing."(6:20) - 49ers win shootout over Bears(19:40) - Browns upset Steelers(40:40) - Bucs & Panthers fight to win abysmal NFC South(49:34) - Which playoffs miss is most disappointing?(1:02:25) - One More Thing

Mike Valenti and Jim Costa's new show! Sunday nights at 7:30 we'll be streaming live on YouTube and Twitch with “The Football Show” Talking the biggest NFL stories, Lions eliminated from the playoffs and a look at SNF. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Chris has a proposal for Christmas games  (5:10) SNF: 49ers def. Bears 42-38(23:15) Eagles def. Bills 13-12(42:20) Browns def. Steelers 13-6(51:25) Ravens def. Packers 41-24(56:50) DraftKings Ravens-Steelers Week 18  (58:55) Jaguars def. Colts 23-17(1:03:25) Texans def. Chargers 20-16(1:09:10) Broncos def. Chiefs 20-13(1:10:35) Patriots def. Jets 42-10(1:17:45) Seahawks def. Panthers 27-10(1:20:25) Dolphins def. Buccaneers 20-17(1:23:55) Giants def. Raiders 34-10(1:25:30) Saints def. Titans 34-26(1:26:45) Bengals def. Cardinals 37-14(1:27:40) Vikings def. Lions 23-10(1:29:00) Cowboys def. Commanders 30-23 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Noe is in for Ben Maller and talks about the amazing SNF game that saw Brock Purdy and the 49ers edge out Caleb Williams and the Bears, Josh Allen blowing it on the final play for the Bills against the Eagles, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Noe is in for Big Ben and talks about the shootout between the Bears and the 49ers on SNF, the collapse of Baker Mayfield and the Bucs over the last several weeks, why the Patriots are being underestimated, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) 49ers top Bears(14:00) Caleb Williams' performance(21:00) Ben Johnson's impact on Bears(25:00) Brock Purdy's performance(35:00) Steelers fall to Browns Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the electric atmosphere at Levi's Stadium on Sunday and how San Francisco has proven all season that this iteration of the team is built for prime-time games. Also, the duo discusses how good of a job coach Kyle Shanahan and 49ers GM John Lynch have done keeping the team's competitive window open, as well as how a unique roster and season is capturing the hearts of the 49ers Faithful.--(1:00) SNF was an electric atmosphere between 49ers, Bears(6:00) Why this 49ers team is made for prime time(9:00) 49ers continue trend of backups stepping up in Week 17(14:00) How Kyle Shanahan can make real push for NFL Coach of the Year(18:00) As CMC's game goes, so go the 49ers(22:00) Why first-round bye is pivotal to 49ers' health(37:00) What makes this 49ers team unique? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Valenti and Jim Costa's new show! Sunday nights at 7:30 we'll be streaming live on YouTube and Twitch with “The Football Show” Talking the biggest NFL stories, Lions vs Steelers and a look at SNF. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about what the map looks like for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens after their loss to the Patriots on SNF, what the Ravens usage of Derrick Henry indicates, the letter grade for Patriots QB Drake Maye, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Patriots clinch playoff berth(22:00) MVP odds(27:00) Lamar Jackson injury(40:00) Steelers hold off Lions(1:10:00) DK Metcalf altercation with Lions fan  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Valenti and Jim Costa's new show! Sunday nights at 7:30 we'll be streaming live on YouTube and Twitch with “The Football Show” Talking the biggest NFL stories, Lions @ Rams and a look at SNF. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the guys talk about the shortcomings of the College Football Playoff committee as the field is set and Notre Dame isn't included, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs getting beat by the Texans on SNF, Pete Prisco joining the show, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys talk about the Kansas City Chiefs falling below .500 after a loss to the Houston Texans on SNF and if this is the beginning of the end for Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes, the collapse of the Indianapolis Colts and Daniel Jones' season-ending injury, FSR IR, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Valenti and Jim Costa's new show! Sunday nights at 7:30 we'll be streaming live on YouTube and Twitch with “The Football Show.” Talking the biggest NFL stories, Lions win over the Cowboys and a look at SNF. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Valenti and Jim Costa's new show! Sunday nights at 7:30 we'll be streaming live on YouTube and Twitch with “The Football Show” Talking the biggest NFL stories, Lions loss to Packers with playoff implications and a look at SNF. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the SNF, NFC West, and the Bills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices