Ep. 562 IR as a Business Engine: Scaling High-Acuity Care in Private Practice with Dr. Harris Chengazi

What are the key elements of a robust interventional radiology practice, and how can IRs effectively demonstrate their value to hospitals? Guest, Dr. Harris Chengazi, interventional radiologist at Great Lakes Medical Imaging, joins host Dr. Sabeen Dhand to explore the core strategies behind developing a successful and sustainable clinical IR practice.

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SYNPOSIS

Dr. Chengazi reflects on formative experiences from the early stages of his career, highlighting the importance of joining a group that shares your vision for a clinical interventional radiology (IR) practice. He underscores the unique value IR offers hospitals—particularly through longitudinal patient care, which not only enhances reimbursement opportunities but also strengthens interdisciplinary collaboration and drives outpatient referrals.
He shares insights on balancing complex cases with essential procedures, while underscoring the importance of clear communication and articulating IR’s value to hospital leadership. He also highlights the critical need for physicians to understand the business side of medicine—including coding, billing, and reimbursement—in order to effectively advocate for the specialty. He concludes the episode with a compelling message on the importance of taking ownership of both our patients and the future of our profession.

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction and Overview
01:55 - Building a Private Practice
05:22 - Challenges and Successes
24:58 - The Value of Complex Cases in Medical Practice
27:00 - Improving Hospital Efficiency Through IR Services
29:18 - Involvement of IR in Hospital Administration
31:26 - Building a Successful IR Practice
36:14 -The Financial Dynamics of IR and DR Practices
41:14 -The Essential Role of IR in Hospital Operations