Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Shooa Mohammadi, Practice Manager at Northwest Suburban Pain Associates
Jul 4, 2025
In this insightful discussion, Shooa Mohammadi, Practice Manager at Northwest Suburban Pain Associates, explores the evolving landscape of healthcare management. She sheds light on how rising insurance influence affects treatment decisions and the growing importance of regenerative medicine. Shooa also shares strategies for workforce retention to combat staffing challenges, all while ensuring timely, patient-centered care. Additionally, she highlights innovative billing practices that boost efficiency and patient satisfaction, key to thriving in today’s healthcare environment.
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Insurance's Growing Influence
- Insurance companies increasingly influence treatment decisions with strict compliance and prior authorization demands.
- This shift significantly alters daily practice operations and physician workflow.
Rise of Regenerative Medicine
- Regenerative medicine for pain management is on the rise but remains self-pay due to lack of insurance coverage.
- Practices successfully market it despite the financial burden on patients.
Prioritize Staff Retention and Training
- Focus on retaining good staff to overcome workforce challenges amid a scarcity of candidates.
- Establish dedicated teams for compliance, prior authorization, and ongoing workforce training to handle insurance demands.