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Ep9: Bulletproof your mental health practice against Medicare audit challenges
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If you’re considering starting or expanding a psychiatry group practice, this episode with Dr. Muhamad Rifai is essential listening. As the founder of Blue Mountain Psychiatry, Dr. Rifai discusses how he established a three-office practice in Pennsylvania, led the way in telepsychiatry before it became mainstream, and overcame significant systemic hurdles along the journey. You’ll learn about his early work with Medicare, providing care in rural nursing homes, and what it truly takes to create a resilient, innovative mental health business.
Transform Your Group Practice
Actionable insights for practice owners and clinicians who want to lead, grow, or exit with purpose. This is the podcast shaping a stronger mental health system — one practice at a time.
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- Want to be a guest? Reach out: [email protected]
About the Host
Dan King is a lawyer turned private equity founder with a passion for fixing burnout in mental health. With a background in M&A, Shark Tank deals, and psychology, he now leads Fireside Strategic — investing in group practices that put people first.
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danmking
- Website: firesidestrategic.com
Chapters
1. Ep9: Bulletproof your mental health practice against Medicare audit challenges (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Dr. Mohamed Rifai (00:00:59)
3. The Journey of Telehealth Adoption (00:02:39)
4. Facing Allegations of Fraud (00:03:54)
5. The Trial and Vindication (00:05:53)
6. Lessons for Group Practice Owners (00:11:12)
7. Navigating Compliance and Coding (00:17:24)
8. Proactive Strategies with Insurers (00:19:41)
9. Launching SHIELD for Legal Support (00:25:24)
10. Finding Balance and Self-Care (00:27:14)
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