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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington. She is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. She helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. Crush Medical Debt is a medical financial literacy content producer that helps consumers and employees who are struggling with America's #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy - medical bills. She is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A determined patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know” series. She’s the author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT and the host of the weekly “Crush Medical Debt: Medical Bills Uncovered” show on the VoiceAmerica radio network. With our weekly radio show and podcast, Crush Medical Debt-Medical Bills Uncovered, on VoiceAmerica.com, listeners learn how to protect themselves from becoming American healthcare cost victims. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington. She is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. She helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. Crush Medical Debt is a medical financial literacy content producer that helps consumers and employees who are struggling with America's #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy - medical bills. She is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A determined patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know” series. She’s the author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT and the host of the weekly “Crush Medical Debt: Medical Bills Uncovered” show on the VoiceAmerica radio network. With our weekly radio show and podcast, Crush Medical Debt-Medical Bills Uncovered, on VoiceAmerica.com, listeners learn how to protect themselves from becoming American healthcare cost victims. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington. She is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. She helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. Crush Medical Debt is a medical financial literacy content producer that helps consumers and employees who are struggling with America's #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy - medical bills. She is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A determined patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know” series. She’s the author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT and the host of the weekly “Crush Medical Debt: Medical Bills Uncovered” show on the VoiceAmerica radio network. With our weekly radio show and podcast, Crush Medical Debt-Medical Bills Uncovered, on VoiceAmerica.com, listeners learn how to protect themselves from becoming American healthcare cost victims. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You didn’t see those surprise medical charges coming, but somehow they always seem to show up when you least expect them—and let’s be real, they’re the last thing you need. In this episode, Jen and Jill are joined by Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know, to show you how to handle those surprise charges, negotiate bills, and get medical debt off your credit report.
Rushion interviews Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, MD, an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. After practicing for more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series.Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rushion interviews Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, MD, an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. After practicing for more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#466: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reported in 2022 that medical debt is the most common reason to get a debt collector call. A Census Bureau study in 2021 found nearly 1 in 5 households (19%) couldn't pay for medical care when it was needed. These statistics underscore the fact that the potential for unforeseen medical expenses to negatively impact our lives is ENORMOUS. Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, a medical billing expert and author of “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to Crush Medical Debt,” joins us for today's episode to discuss the thorny topic of medical expenses. The episode begins by acknowledging the widespread and detrimental impact that medical bills can cause, especially in a healthcare system as intricate as the one in the United States. Dr. Ellington emphasizes the importance of proactively addressing medical bills to prevent them from becoming a source of financial stress. She then shares a detailed roadmap that will empower listeners to navigate the complex world of medical bills with confidence, ultimately achieving financial peace of mind in healthcare. For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode466 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We're republishing this episode from 2022, in light of the U.S. government announcing the first 10 costly prescription drugs, for which Medicare will negotiate prices. It's hard to escape medical bills - especially as we get older. Most Americans – even with insurance – are just one accident or illness away from a lifetime of debt. However, a high percentage of medical bills likely contain a mistake. We're talking ways to crush medical debt, with Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington. Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert.After practicing for more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. She's the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and the host of the weekly "Crush Medical Debt - Medical Bills Uncovered" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network and more than 30 of your favorite podcast platforms. https://www.facebook.com/crushmedicaldebt https://www.instagram.com/crushmedicaldebt https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgieSupport the showHi! Welcome to the Ageless Glamour Girls Podcast! I'm your host, Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes, Founder and CEO of the Ageless Glamour Girls lifestyle brand, and the administrator of a private Facebook group called "The Ageless Café." The show explores all things aging, to inspire and help empower women age 50+ to navigate this new season of transformation. Podcast episodes drop on Wednesdays. You can reach us at: info@agelessglamourgirls.com. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. And thanks for the love, Luvvies!
Medical emergencies can happen unexpectedly, leaving patients with immediate healthcare needs. How can individuals best prepare themselves financially for unforeseen medical situations without incurring overwhelming debt? Join us! Your host, Cindy Watson, will be interviewing Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington. Cindy and Dr. Virgie will be talking about “Negotiating to Avoid Debt in Our Healthcare System”. Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. With over 20 years of experience in primary care, psychiatric settings, and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie is a determined patient advocate. She has made it her mission to help patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and, most importantly, avoid the financial devastation that often accompanies crushing medical bills. Dr. Virgie is the author of the empowering book "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT," and her expertise has made her a sought-after speaker and consultant. Today, we'll be discussing the topic of negotiating to avoid debt in our healthcare system. Sit back and listen to this episode as Cindy dives into avoiding debt in our healthcare system. You will learn: What are medical bill paying mistakes Tips to protect yourself from medical bill mistakes. What is a CPT code The difference between assertive and aggressive What are the 5 medical money mistakes What to do if you can't afford health insurance And many more! Make sure to grab your pad and pen and re-listen to this episode. Learn more about Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington: Social Media Accounts https://www.facebook.com/therealdrvirgie https://www.instagram.com/therealdrvirgie https://twitter.com/therealdrvirgie https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie https://www.youtube.com/@dr.virgie https://www.tiktok.com/@therealdrvirgie Website https://crushmedicaldebt.com/ Her book: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.artoffemininenegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you. Get Cindy's book here: Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 EBook https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776 CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email: cindy@womenonpurpose.ca
About Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A determined patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. She is the author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT and the host of the weekly "HEALTH, WELLNESS & MEDICAL BILLS" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network. What You'll Learn In this episode we talk about: Why you should never pay the first medical statement that comes your way 3 simple steps to negotiating your medical bills Why CPT codes are key to understanding your medical statements Why being proactive with your medical bills is so key Why HIPPA is more than just privacy protection Balance billing and what exactly that means Retroactively apply for medicaid Resources Grab a copy of Virgie's book and download the 3 steps checklist: https://crushmedicaldebt.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
80 to 90% of the medical bills in the United States have mistakes, and it's not in favor of the patient. It wasn't until Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, an internal medicine physician, and a health insurance executive, witnessed how her hospital roommate was taken advantage of financially that she knew, more than helping insurance companies, it is the patients that need her help the most. With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), insurance companies now enjoy a system that is significantly skewed in their favor, a system driven by profits, not by the health and well-being of their customers. Dr. Virgie agrees that we are trapped in this system, but can anything be done? As the founder of Crush Medical Debt, she advocates medical financial literacy and emphasizes the need to understand medical bills and insurance policies. Listen as she talks about the control insurance companies have over prices and costs, the importance of understanding CPT codes, and why you need to be aware of your healthcare rights to avoid being stuck in debt.Quick Guide01:21 Introduction07:28 What happens at the back office15:33 Not getting the full amount from insurance companies22:00 From working for insurance providers to helping the patients35:48 Balanced billing48:40 The No Surprise Bill Act52:25 Insurance companies win in the end56:00 Closing and contactsGet to know our guestDr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced for more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series.She is the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and the host of the weekly "HEALTH, WELLNESS & MEDICAL BILLS" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network.“The point is, if you don't have medical, financial literacy, you don't have any financial stability. Period. We got to learn this stuff. So, we can fight against, arm ourselves against the 800-pound gorilla, that publicly traded health insurance companies in this country.” - Dr. Virgie Bright EllingtonConnect with herTwitter: https://twitter.com/therealdrvirgieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrvirgieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealdrvirgieWebsite: https://crushmedicaldebt.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie Contact Stay Off My Operating TableTweet with us: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Get Dr. Ovadia's book Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon. Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts visit Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health visit Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings
Do you want to understand how to pay your medical bills without getting taken advantage of by the US Healthcare System? Learn from Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington! In this episode, she will give you three simple steps to ensure you pay only the fair/lowest retail price for your medical services - all as per HIPAA federal law! Links and Resources Look up CPT codes: https://www.aapc.com/codes/cpt-codes-range/ Check prices: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/medicare-fee-for-service-payment/feeschedulegeninfo About Our Guest Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A determined patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. She is the author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT and the host of the weekly "HEALTH, WELLNESS & MEDICAL BILLS" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network. Connect with Dr. Virgie Twitter: therealdrvirgie Instagram: therealdrvirgie Facebook: therealdrvirgie Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast. If this episode was helpful, share it and spread the love!
How would saving $1000, $5,000, $10,000, or more on your medical bills sound to you? This is probably the most important, and most impactful episode I've ever done on medical debt and you're going to want to send this to everyone you know. Over 100 million people are in medical debt and it is the leading cause of bankruptcy. But as our guest, Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH YOUR MEDICAL DEBT wants you to know how to not get screwed financially the next time you or a loved one needs a procedure.LINKSCRUSH YOUR MEDICAL DEBT bookMedical Debt resourcesSPONSORSThanks to EveryPlate for sponsoring the podcast. Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code mymoney149.LEAVE US A REVIEWLeave us an honest rating and review, pretty please. Head to the podcast player you're listening to this episode in to leave us a review or you can click here to leave a review for Everyone's Talkin' Money podcast on Apple Podcasts. Love this episode. Share it with a few friends so they can learn these valuable money concepts as well. Be sure to FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode!GOT A QUESTION?Have a Shannah Shares question? Submit your question here https://bit.ly/shannahsharesMORE MONEY TIPSFollow Me on Instagram for more money tips and behind-the-scenes information https://www.instagram.com/shannahgameSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“If you don't take care of yourself, you can't take care of anyone else. And as caretakers, we are professional caretakers. It is completely true, although we like to think that it's not. We like to think that with our training and with our logic, that we can just overcome everything.” - Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington Physicians across the country are feeling burned out. We're committed to finding ways to decrease stress in our lives and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Between December 2021 and January 2022, about 2,500 US physicians took a survey conducted by researchers at the AMA, Mayo Clinic, Stanford University, and the University of Colorado. The survey results showed that 63% of physicians had at least one manifestation of burnout. If you're a physician, clinician, or healthcare worker and you're feeling burned out, not only are you not alone, you're likely a part of the majority. Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is back on the show to have a frank conversation about burnout and the importance of prioritizing your own well-being in order to begin to shift your life. If you're not experiencing burnout, chances are you're already doing some of these things to protect your resilience and well-being. Dr. Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. She earned her M.D. at the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at the Cambridge Hospital of Harvard Medical School. She's practiced in primary care and psychiatric settings and then transitioned her work into the insurance world where she became a health insurance executive. She's the author of the What Your Doctor Wants You to Know series, is a former NY1 News health contributor, and has been featured in Dallas News, several podcasts, and national magazines. You can hear my previous conversations with Dr. Bright Ellington in the episodes linked below. Dr. Bright Ellington shares her amazing story of how she took control of her mental and physical health and well-being. Not only did she take the risk to shift her career, but she also had to battle breast cancer. If she hadn't made the commitment to put herself first when she did, her diagnosis and road to recovery would have been much more difficult. In medical school, physicians are taught to be superhuman at all times, which just isn't practical or sustainable. We discuss why you should put yourself and your family over your job, why it's important to lean on friends, therapists, and coaches, and the importance of setting yourself up financially to take the leap. What's Inside: Dr. Bright Ellington's transformative story of how she overcame burnout and breast cancer. Why you should prioritize your well-being and your family over work. The importance of setting yourself up financially before stepping away from a career. Mentioned In This Episode: DocWorking.com 26: Physician Burnout: Proactive Steps You Can Take Today 195: Americans and Crushing Medical Debt with Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington 210: One Physician's Journey into Non-Clinical Work with Dr. Virgie Bright-Ellington Dr.Virgie@CrushMedicalDebt.com Find full transcripts of DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast episodes on the DocWorking Blog The past few weeks have been busy at DocWorking! We have been working behind the scenes to add even more CME credits to the THRIVE memberships. Let your CME budget help you prioritize your own wellness so you can get on with living your best life on your own terms, as defined by you, with DocWorking THRIVE. You can take the first step today by taking our 2-Minute Balance to Burnout Quiz! Where are you on the Balance to Burnout Continuum? Take the quiz and find out today! DocWorking empowers physicians and entire healthcare teams to get on the path to achieving their dreams, both in and outside of work, with programs designed to help you maximize life with minimal time. If you like our podcast and would like to subscribe and leave us a 5-star review, we would be extremely grateful! We're everywhere you like to get your podcasts! Apple iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Google, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, ListenNotes, Amazon, YouTube, and Podbean. You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Some links in our blogs and show notes are affiliate links, and purchases made via those links may result in payments to DocWorking. These help toward our production costs. Thank you for supporting DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast!
“Physicians are the hardest working folks in terms of, on average, if you compare the average physician with any other line of work or profession. We're hardworking folks and there are private equity folks, corporations, non-physician folks in turtlenecks that know this and exploit this. And that is something that we have to be aware of when we are becoming employed physicians.” - Dr. Virgie Bright-Ellington A lot of us are interested in transitioning into nonclinical careers or picking up a side gig that we can do in addition to our clinical career. This is something we get a lot of questions about at DocWorking, and our guest has successfully made that transition and can walk us through the steps. Dr. Virgie Bright-Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. She earned her M.D. at the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at the Cambridge Hospital of Harvard Medical School. She has practiced in primary care and psychiatric settings, and then she transitioned her work into the insurance world where she became a health insurance executive. She's also the author of the What Your Doctor Wants You to Know series, a former NY1 news health contributor and was featured in Dallas News, several podcasts, and national magazines. Dr. Bright-Ellington has been a guest here on DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast before, and you can listen to the episode all about crushing medical debt by clicking the link below. Here, she shares her journey of how she went from a practicing physician to a successful author and entrepreneur. We discuss nanny culture and living in New York City and what ultimately caused Dr. Bright-Ellington to make the transition to a non-clinical career. As a mother, being there for her children was so important, so she started searching for ways to make passive income while still seeing patients on a part-time basis. However, things didn't go quite as planned, as her father suddenly passed away and got divorced, causing her to rethink her role as head of the household. She then got a job within the insurance industry handling appeals. We discuss how Dr. Bright-Ellington found her publishing company and PR agent, and advice for others who are considering a similar path. Much of what got her to the next level was good old-fashioned hard work, persistence, and making the right connections. We also talk about investing, specifically using your retirement accounts to fund your startup business venture and the importance of having a solid marketing plan. It's a misconception that entrepreneurship is an easy road, and Dr. Bright-Ellington pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed. What's Inside: Dr. Bright-Ellington's journey from practicing physician to entrepreneur. What to expect when transitioning to a non-clinical career. How to use retirement accounts to finance your startup. Why having a solid marketing plan is key in entrepreneurial success. Mentioned In This Episode: DocWorking.com Americans and Crushing Medical Debt with Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington – EP 195 Find full transcripts of DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast episodes on the DocWorking Blog The past few weeks have been busy at DocWorking! We have been working behind the scenes to add even more CME credits to the THRIVE memberships. Let your CME budget help you prioritize your own wellness so you can get on with living your best life on your own terms, as defined by you, with DocWorking THRIVE. You can take the first step today by taking our 2-Minute Balance to Burnout Quiz! Where are you on the Balance to Burnout Continuum? Take the quiz and find out today! DocWorking empowers physicians and entire healthcare teams to get on the path to achieving their dreams, both in and outside of work, with programs designed to help you maximize life with minimal time. If you like our podcast and would like to subscribe and leave us a 5-star review, we would be extremely grateful! We're everywhere you like to get your podcasts! Apple iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Google, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, ListenNotes, Amazon, YouTube, and Podbean. You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Some links in our blogs and show notes are affiliate links, and purchases made via those links may result in payments to DocWorking. These help toward our production costs. Thank you for supporting DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast!
Join Mike Cavaggioni with Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington on the 137th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Dr. Virgie shares some practical strategies in understanding complex medical procedures, avoiding financial devastation from medical bills, and encouraging effective communication with medical facilities and insurance companies.In this episode, you'll learn:Handling surprise charges on billsTips for negotiating medical debtGetting medical debt off our credit reportWhat to do when private insurance won't cover certain costsAnd so much more!About Dr. Virgie:Virgie Bright Ellington, MD, is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie earned her degree at the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at the Cambridge Hospital of Harvard Medical School.After practicing more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her What Your Doctor Wants You to Know series.She is the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and the host of the weekly "Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network.Find Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington on:Website: https://crushmedicaldebt.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealdrvirgieFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/DoctorDiariesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrvirgie/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmA-WL2ucIfDelCMr1wzgKgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie/Average Joe Finances®All of our social media links and more: https://averagejoefinances.com/linksAbout Mike: https://themikecav.comTools and resources I use: www.averagejoefinances.com/resourcesCRM Tool: www.averagejoefinances.com/crmPay Off Your Mortgage in 5-7 Years:www.theshredmethod.com/averagejoefinancesFind a REALTOR® in any state: www.averagejoefinances.com/realtorMake Real Estate Investing Easier with DealMachine:www.averagejoefinances.com/dealmachinePodcast Hosting: www.averagejoefinances.com/buzzsproutPodcast Editing Services: www.editpods.com*DISCLAIMER* www.averagejoefinances.com/disclaimerSee our full episode transcripts here: www.averagejoefinancespod.com/episodesManaging Projects Doesn't Have to Be a MessBasecamp helps teams organize projects in a way that makes sense for all. Try Basecamp. Forms & Focus PodcastIncreased focus so you can accomplish your dreams. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
Did you know that nearly 90% of medical bills contain errors? This means that vast majority of Americans have grossly overpaid on medical bills simply due to lack of knowledge. Dr. Virgie Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert who helps patients learn how to advocate for themselves and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills, and today she's sharing three steps to take to ensure you never overpay on a medical bill again! Links Mentioned: Crushmedicaldebt.comPodcast - Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie Book - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBTFollow Dr. Virgie: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TwitterResources: Free Budget ClassGet the full show notes here on the blog!
Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert.A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive.Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series.She is the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and the host of the weekly "Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network (Thursdays 2 pm PST/5 pm EST).#crushmedicaldebt.com#negotiateyourmedicaldebt#Drvirgie#learnaboutmedicaldebt#healthcareuntold#gentecare
“The concept came to me for a book series, or media series, called What Your Doctor Wants You to Know when I realized that I was having the same conversation with patients and there were just things that I wanted to scream from the rooftops.” - Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, Internal Medicine Physician and Author of What Your Doctor Wants You to Know Book Series Approximately 8-9 medical bills out of 10 generated in the U.S. contain errors that do not benefit the patient. Today, DocWorking brings guest speaker Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, MD and author of her book series What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to Crush Medical Debt onto the podcast. CEO of DocWorking and cohost of the podcast Dr. Jen Barna has an informational conversation with Dr. Ellington about how you can best confront medical billing to assess for errors. The passionate Dr. Ellington speaks with listeners about her book series and the steps she encourages you to take to tackle medical debt. Hear how Dr. Ellington's background in internal medicine and balancing work and life as a doctor mom inspired her to write this book series. What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to Crush Medical Debt: A Health System Insider's 3 Steps to Protect Yourself from America's #1 Cause of Bankruptcy by Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington Virgie Bright Ellington, MD, is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie earned her degree at the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at the Cambridge Hospital of Harvard Medical School. After practicing more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her What Your Doctor Wants You to Know series. She also hosts a weekly radio show on VoiceAmerica by the same name. Dr. Virgie is a former NY1 News health contributor and has been featured in Dallas Fox News, several podcasts, and national magazines. Dr. Virgie lives in Westchester County, New York, with her husband and three children. Learn more at www.crushmedicaldebt.com. Find full transcripts of DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast episodes on the DocWorking Blog The past few weeks have been busy at DocWorking! We have been working behind the scenes to add even more CME credits to the THRIVE memberships. Let your CME budget help you prioritize your own wellness so you can get on with living your best life on your own terms, as defined by you, with DocWorking THRIVE. You can take the first step today by taking our 2 Minute Balance to Burnout Quiz! Where are you on the Balance to Burnout Continuum? Take the quiz and find out today! DocWorking empowers physicians and entire health care teams to get on the path to achieving their dreams, both in and outside of work, with programs designed to help you maximize life with minimal time. Are you a physician who would like to tell your story? Please email Amanda Taran, our producer, at podcast@docworking.com to be considered. And if you like our podcast and would like to subscribe and leave us a 5 star review, we would be extremely grateful! We're everywhere you like to get your podcasts! Apple iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Google, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, ListenNotes, Amazon, YouTube, Podbean You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Some links in our blogs and show notes are affiliate links, and purchases made via those links may result in payments to DocWorking. These help toward our production costs. Thank you for supporting DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast! Occasionally, we discuss financial and legal topics. We are not financial or legal professionals. Please consult a licensed professional for financial or legal advice regarding your specific situation. Podcast produced by: Mara Heppard
The number one cause of all debt and bankruptcy in the United States is medical bills, medical debt. It can feel daunting and downright scary being confronted by this, not knowing your rights or what you can do about it. If you have medical bills to pay right now or know you may need to in the future, then you'll want to listen in on today's episode. Dr Virgie educates us on the three steps you should take to pay your medical bills, what to do if you can't afford your medical bill, busting myths and sharing the top 5 reasons people end up overpaying their medical bills. Meet Dr Virgie… Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie practiced more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive. Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know" series. She is the author of "What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT" and the host of the weekly "Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie" show on the VoiceAmerica radio network. “The number one cause of all debt and bankruptcy in the United States is medical bills, medical debt. Unfortunately there's some numbers that say up to 30% of that is bills that people did not owe, or there are bills that they were overcharged.” -Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington Timestamps 03:46 - Meet Dr Virgie 07:20 - Why you shouldn't sign papers in the hospital accepting liability for costs your insurance doesn't cover. 13:27 - The three steps to paying your medical bill 17:33 - What to do if you can't afford to pay what you owe. 19:31 - Are there different steps for bills from your doctors office? 20:35 - Why do healthcare facilities agree to your payment plans. 21:35 - Myth Buster: Can they send your bill to collections if you keep paying as little as $10 per month? 25:05 - The top 5 reasons people overpaying on their medical bills? 31:10 - Surprise billing and what it means for you 32:11 - Book recommendation Want to take the stress off your shoulders? Ready to learn how to create AND stick to your budget?! Check out my Free Workshop: How to Create and Stick to a Budget (even when you are overwhelmed)! Go to budgetsmadeeasy.com/workshop and get started today. And if you enjoyed the podcast today and got some great takeaways, I'd really appreciate it if you followed the Money Mindset Podcast so you don't miss out on future episodes. Resources and Links Mentioned: * Free Budgeting Workshop: budgetsmadeeasy.com/workshop * Medical Bill Checklist: https://crushmedicaldebt.com/medical-bill-paying-checklist Book Recommendation: * Your Money or Your Life - Joe Dominguez & Vicki Robin Connect with Ashley: * IG: https://www.instagram.com/budgetsmadeeasy Connect with Guest: * IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrvirgie * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoctorDiaries * Website: crushmedicaldebt.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealdrvirgie * Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCmA-WL2ucIfDelCMr1wzgKg * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie Special Guest: Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington.
Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie
In today's episode of Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know, Dr. William Cooper discusses how our heart health is in our own hands and shares why 80% of what he treats is completely preventable!
Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie
In today's episode of Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know, Dr. William Cooper discusses how our heart health is in our own hands and shares why 80% of what he treats is completely preventable!
Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie
In today's episode of Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know, Dr. William Cooper discusses how our heart health is in our own hands and shares why 80% of what he treats is completely preventable!
Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington: Tips to Crush Medical Debt (Original Air Date 5/18/2022)It can be hard to escape medical bills - especially as we get older. Most Americans – even those with insurance – are just one accident or illness away from a lifetime of debt. Sobering, right?As the Ageless Glamour Girls Podcast continues its Summer Break, we're revisiting another fan fav: Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington: Tips to Crush Medical Debt.As she explains, what you may not know is a high percentage of medical bills likely contain a mistake. But there are ways you can spot and fix them - saving you money. There are also ways you can possibly “negotiate” your medical debt down. We're talking methods to protect yourself from unexpected healthcare costs, and crush your medical debt! Our Guest - Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington will lay it all out for us.***NOTE: The timing for republishing this podcast is perfect! We originally recorded this episode in mid-May, and Dr. Virgie discussed some upcoming changes, which are now in effect. Effective July 1st, the three major credit reporting agencies - Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion are no longer allowed to include medical collection debt that you've already paid. Up until then, that debt stayed on your credit report for seven years. Yes to consumer rights! Also at the time of this recording, Dr. Virgie's book - “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT,” was about to be released. Well, it's now available! YAY! Be sure to pick up a copy on Amazon, and other places where you buy your fav books. It's also available via Audiobook! Go ahead and download it now! Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington - BIO Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie earned her degree at the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at the Cambridge Hospital of Harvard Medical School. After practicing more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know” series. She also hosts a weekly radio show on VoiceAmerica by the same name. Dr. Virgie is a former NY1 News health contributor and has been featured on Dallas Fox News, several podcasts, and national magazines. She lives in Westchester County, New York, with her husband and three children. Dr. Virgie's new book: “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT,” is now available! ABOUT the Book:When Dr. Virgie became a cancer patient, she faced incredibly high medical bills. That's when she took her insider industry knowledge and put it to work. In Crush Medical Debt, she shares her secrets to help individuals, families, and veterans protect against America's number one cause of bankruptcy—medical debt. Dr. Virgie's LINKS: www.crushmedicaldebt.com Facebook - /Dr. Virgie: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know:https://www.facebook.com/DoctorDiaries Instagram - @therealdrvirgie https://www.instagram.com/therealdrvirgie/ LinkedIn - /virgiebrightellingtonmd https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie/ Twitter - @therealdrvirgie https://twitter.com/therealdrvirgie
Medical debt is a real and pressing issue. Millions of Americans are struggling to pay off this type of debt. In fact, it's the number one reason people file for bankruptcy. To add to this dilemma, 80-90% of medical bills contain mistakes. What if there were ways to crush medical debt and avoid a lifetime of repayments? In this episode, Internal Medicine Physician, medical billing expert, and author of the book, What Your Doctor Wants You to Know About Crushing Medical Debt - Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, shares some of her unique strategies for dealing with and eliminating medical debt. To connect with Dr. Virgie, more info, resources, and a transcript of this episode, please visit: https://go2.money/MedicalDebt
Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie
In Medical Bill Mistakes of the Week, our new regular 'What Your Medical Debt Doctor Wants You to Know' segment, we're featuring the most outrageous stories of people living in the United States who have been cost victims of the American healthcare system. This episode is going to show you how to find and fix overcharges with the 3 steps of the only one right way to pay a medical bill as discussed in Dr. Virgie's book, What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT.
Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie
In Medical Bill Mistakes of the Week, our new regular 'What Your Medical Debt Doctor Wants You to Know' segment, we're featuring the most outrageous stories of people living in the United States who have been cost victims of the American healthcare system. This episode is going to show you how to find and fix overcharges with the 3 steps of the only one right way to pay a medical bill as discussed in Dr. Virgie's book, What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT.
Ask a Doctor - What Your Doctor Wants You to Know with Dr. Virgie
In Medical Bill Mistakes of the Week, our new regular 'What Your Medical Debt Doctor Wants You to Know' segment, we're featuring the most outrageous stories of people living in the United States who have been cost victims of the American healthcare system. This episode is going to show you how to find and fix overcharges with the 3 steps of the only one right way to pay a medical bill as discussed in Dr. Virgie's book, What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT.
ABOUT THE EPISODE: Episode 7 - Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington: Tips to Crush Medical Debt It's hard to escape medical bills - especially as we get older. Most Americans – even those with insurance – are just one accident or illness away from a lifetime of debt. But what you may not know is a high percentage of medical bills likely contain a mistake. But there are ways you can spot and fix them - saving you money. There are also ways you can possibly “negotiate” your medical debt down. We're talking methods to protect yourself from unexpected healthcare costs, and crush your medical debt! Our Guest - Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington will lay it all out for us.Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington - BIO Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert. A dedicated patient advocate, Dr. Virgie earned her degree at the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at the Cambridge Hospital of Harvard Medical School. After practicing more than 20 years in primary care and psychiatric settings and as a health insurance executive, Dr. Virgie now helps patients understand complex medical procedures, communicate effectively with their healthcare providers, and avoid financial devastation from crushing medical bills through her “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know” series. She also hosts a weekly radio show on VoiceAmerica by the same name. Dr. Virgie is a former NY1 News health contributor and has been featured on Dallas Fox News, several podcasts, and national magazines. She lives in Westchester County, New York, with her husband and three children. Dr. Virgie's new book called: “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT,” debuts May 19th. ABOUT the Book:When Dr. Virgie became a cancer patient, she faced incredibly high medical bills. That's when she took her insider industry knowledge and put it to work. In Crush Medical Debt, she shares her secrets to help individuals, families, and veterans protect against America's number one cause of bankruptcy—medical debt. Dr. Virgie's LINKS: www.crushmedicaldebt.com Facebook - /Dr. Virgie: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know:https://www.facebook.com/DoctorDiaries Instagram - @therealdrvirgie https://www.instagram.com/therealdrvirgie/ LinkedIn - /virgiebrightellingtonmd https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie/ Twitter - @therealdrvirgie https://twitter.com/therealdrvirgie
Today we're talking about how medical financial literacy is vital for you to maintain financial stability throughout your life here in the US in celebration of Financial Literacy Month. Medical financial literacy is becoming increasingly important as healthcare costs rise. According to a recent study, nearly 60% of Americans have struggled to pay medical bills, and one-fifth have delayed or skipped needed care due to cost. Medical financial literacy can assist you in avoiding financial difficulties associated with healthcare. It can also assist you in making educated decisions about your health and well-being. Virgie Bright Ellington, MD is joining me today to discuss the tools you need to stop spending money you don't owe and save yourself from becoming a victim of a predatory healthcare system. Dr. Virgie is a long-time internal medicine physician and medical billing expert, but it wasn't until she became a cancer patient facing incredibly high and unfair medical bills that she took her insider industry knowledge and put it to work. In her upcoming book, What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to CRUSH MEDICAL DEBT, Dr. Virgie shares her secrets to help individuals, families, and military veterans protect themselves against America's #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy – medical bills. Listen to our podcast NOW and learn how to crush your medical debt. A list of preventive services that your insurance has to cover at no cost to you –including no copay or coinsurance – can be found at healthcare.gov/coverage/preventive-care-benefits. Herfinance Resources: Access The Money Belief Formula: Mindset + Behavior = Financial Success. Transform Your Habits and Win With Wealth. Author: Susan M. Diamond https://amzn.to/3JnTtJh Join our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/herfinanceclub Catch our free training here – https://www.herfinanceclub.com/reprogram-your-mindset-training-to-win-with-wealth Connect with Virgie Bright Ellington, MD: crushmedicaldebt.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvirgie/
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