The DermBiz Show

Most private practices don’t struggle because they lack patients.They struggle because running a business while being a doctor is a whole separate full-time job. 💼💡In this comeback episode of DermBiz, the OG Derm herself, Dr. Tami Cassis, returns to the mic! 🎙️✨ With nearly two decades of practice ownership under her belt, Dr. Cassis drops by for a masterclass on staying profitable, sane, and excited about medicine in 2026. 🚀This is a candid, high-energy conversation about leadership, work-life balance 🧘‍♀️, and smart systems—and why the practices that win long-term are the ones willing to adapt, innovate, and have a little fun along the way. 🎉If you’re looking for real-world advice on beating Medicare cuts, working smarter with technology, and keeping your team inspired, you won't want to miss this one. 🔥🎧Visit https://cassisderm.com/ and book a schedule with Dr. Cassis!#DermBiz #DermBizPodcast #DrTamiCassis #OGDerm #PrivatePractice #DermatologyPodcast

TDS2: EP 28 - The Biological Blueprint: Why Your Practice is a Living OrganismIn this episode, Tony Jackson shares the raw, unfiltered reality of building a practice from the ground up. He reveals the exact moment he realized that a medical practice isn't just a job—it’s a living, breathing organism.If you understand the human body, you already have the blueprint to fix your business. You just haven't been taught how to read the charts. We’re diving into the Body Systems Framework, a diagnostic tool that reveals the "hidden blockages" secretly sabotaging your growth and causing your burnout.In this episode, we explore:The "Skeletal" flaws that leave practices vulnerable to collapse.Why your practice might be suffering from a "Communication Stroke."The 3 invisible systems that separate thriving clinics from those in the ER.Why "treating the symptoms" of your business is a recipe for failure.Don’t let your practice be another statistic. It’s time to perform this diagnostic tool and take back control.#MedicalFounder #PrivatePractice #Dermatology #BusinessMindset #HealthcareCEO #DoctorBurnout #EZDERM #dermbizshow

Most private practices don’t struggle because they lack patients.They struggle because they’re leaking revenue in ways they can’t see.In this episode of DermBiz, we sit down with Matthew Bero, a medical billing expert with over 20 years of experience, whose family-run company has helped recover more than $400 million in collections for medical practices.Matt breaks down the hidden systems behind medical billing — from denied claims and missed modifiers to downcoded visits and insurance edits — and explains why as much as 10% of a practice’s revenue can be left on the table every year.This is a conversation about visibility, systems, trust, and sustainability — and why the practices that win long-term are the ones that understand how the money actually moves.If you’re looking for a billing partner who treats your practice like their own, this conversation shows exactly why so many practices trust Matt and his team.https://upmedicalmanagement.com/

Running a private dermatology practice forces you into roles you were never trained for. Marketing. Advertising. Tech. Billing. Coding. Accounting. Legal.You didn’t go to school for this — but your practice depends on it.In this episode, Tony Jackson breaks down the real framework behind a sustainable private practice:not doing everything yourself, but knowing who to trust, why you’re hiring them, and how to work with experts without wasting time or money.This isn’t theory.This is exactly how we structure our team and decision-making in real life.Inside this episode:• The 5 non-negotiable expert roles every private practice must have• Why clear purpose matters more than hiring “smart people”• Why cheap experts cost you more in the long run• How to turn consultants into teachers, not just vendorsThe biggest shift?You don’t need to know how to do everything.You need to know where you’re going — and let experts help you get there.

Selling more products should increase revenue — but in private practice, it can quietly do the opposite.In this episode, we unpack how inventory overload hurts practices in ways most owners don’t see at first. From confused staff and overwhelmed patients to capital stuck on shelves, too many SKUs can slowly drain profitability while adding operational stress.We break down:📦 Why more product options don’t mean more sales💸 How excess inventory ties up cash and increases waste🧠 The hidden training burden on your team😕 How too many choices create patient decision fatigue📉 And why simplifying SKUs can improve outcomes and marginsThis isn’t about selling less — it’s about selling smarter.If you’re carrying retail in your practice (or planning to), this episode could save you thousands.#DermBizShow #PrivatePractice #InventoryManagement #MedicalEntrepreneur #PracticeGrowth #healthcarebusiness

Episode 24 — How to Fight Burnout by Controlling the ControllablesThere’s a lot of fear and negativity around dermatology private practice right now — shrinking reimbursements, rising costs, and increasing administrative pressure. But you have far more control than you think.In this episode, we break down Stephen Covey’s Circle of Concern vs. Circle of Influence and show the practical steps you can take to protect your mindset, your team, and your bottom line.Because here’s the truth:⭐ You have more control than you think.⭐ You have more levers to pull than social media tells you.⭐ And your private practice model is far from doomed — in fact, private equity’s buying spree proves it.Your practice model isn’t broken — it’s valuable. Focus on the levers you can pull, and you can stay resilient, profitable, and hopeful.Watch now and regain control of your practice and your peace of mind. #DermBizShow #DermatologyBusiness #PrivatePracticeOwnership #BurnoutPrevention #physicianentrepreneur

What if the secret to a thriving practice isn’t more marketing or more patients — but a smarter way to pay your people?In this episode, we break down how compensation shapes culture, motivation, and long-term success. You’ll learn why two identical practices can have completely different outcomes — and how the difference often comes down to incentives.This isn’t just about money. It’s about alignment — creating a system where providers think like owners, and everyone wins when the practice grows.🎯 In this episode:Why most pay structures kill motivationHow to design incentives that drive ownershipLessons from Buffett and Munger on alignmentReal examples from high-performing private practices💡 If you’re leading a team or managing a clinic, this episode will change how you think about compensation, growth, and human behavior.#DermBizShow #Leadership #Motivation #Compensation #Incentives #PracticeGrowth #dermatologybusiness

🤯 THE BILLING SECRETS YOUR DERMATOLOGY PRACTICE IS LOSING THOUSANDS ON (Consultant Spotlight w/ Phillip Yoo) 💸Are you being told your practice is healthy, but your revenue is leaking?We brought in expert Phillip L. Yoo to expose the fatal (and expensive) billing mistakes every practice owner must fix. This is the roadmap to getting paid what you're owed and maximizing your profitability.🚨 WHAT'S INSIDE: 🚨📍THE 6 COMMON MISTAKES (Learn the code to use!)📍 FIGHTING PAYERS: "The difficult thing about billing is that there's no school for that. No one is teaching you how to fight insurance companies.📍 REVENUE LEVERAGE: Phillip details how to renegotiate your rates and reduce your tax liabilities.📍 THE MINDSET: "You just have to know enough because it's your money and it's your purpose."🎁 FREE DOWNLOAD: PHILLIP YOO'S EXCLUSIVE GUIDE!!Stop guessing and start vetting. We're giving you Phillip Yoo's exclusive guide: Vetting Your Billing Partner: Essential Questions for Due Diligence to ensure you hire the right expert.Download the PDF here: [http://bit.ly/477j9ZJ]🤝 Connect with Phillip L. Yoo:Phillip L. Yoo owns and operates AUDEXA | HOMEXA a medical billing, coding, tax, and accounting firm under the Patient Equity Partners.Email: [email protected]#MedicalBilling #Dermatology #PrivatePractice #CPTCodes #MaximizeProfitability #DermBizShow #revenuecyclemanagement

Are You Being Underpaid? The Metric Every Derm Should Track | The DermBiz Show Episode 21Dermatology might still be one of the best-paying medical specialties in 2025 — but behind the numbers is a story of rising costs, falling reimbursements, and a silent burnout crisis.In this episode, we break down the real data from the 2025 MGMA and AMGA Compensation Reports — revealing how independent practices are being squeezed while private equity and hospital systems fight for control.We uncover:💰 Why dermatologists in the West are earning $127K more than those in the East🏥 How hospital-owned practices just surpassed private groups in productivity📉 The 33% drop in Medicare reimbursements since 2001🔥 Why 51% of women dermatologists now report burnout📈 And how practices that diversify into aesthetics and cash-pay services are winning bigIt’s not just about pay — it’s about survival.Is your practice ready for what’s coming next?#DermBizShow #DermatologyBusiness #PhysicianCompensation #MGMA2025 #PrivatePractice #HealthcareTrends #physicianburnout —🤝 Powered by industry leaders:• EZDerm – Streamline your workflow with a dermatology-specific EHR built for efficiency• UPMM – Unlock smarter growth and stronger practice performance

🚨 NEW EPISODE! 🚨Raising the Standard of Care with Dr. Stephen LewellisDo you feel constrained in a corporate environment? Do you believe there is a better way to treat patients than the assembly-line model? Then this episode is for YOU.In this episode, Dr. Stephen Lewellis shares his journey from a corporate job to building his own private practice. He explains why "the standard of care is table stakes" and how he is raising the bar by focusing on his Four Core Pillars. Dr. Lewellis shows you how to humanize the patient experience, where patients are so delighted they actually want to pay for it.He offers a unique perspective on starting a practice, reminding us that building a business is "not med school hard" and that success comes down to having a sustained "WHY" to drive you forward.👉 Watch now and share with someone who needs the courage to take the leap! #business #DermBiz #PrivatePractice #Dermatology #StartWithWhy #AboveAndBeyondDermatologyFollow Dr. Stephen:LinkedIn -   / stephenlewellis  Website - https://aboveandbeyondderm.com/Podcast - https://aboveandbeyondderm.com/patien...—🤝 Powered by industry leaders:• EZDerm – Streamline your workflow with a dermatology-specific EHR built for efficiency• UPMM – Unlock smarter growth and stronger practice performance🔗 Start here with EZDerm: https://ezderm.dermbizpodcast.com/🔗 Explore UPMM: https://sponsors.dermbizpodcast.com/upmm