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Submit Your Nomination for NCMGMA’s 2023 Administrator of the Year Award
Presented by Curi
Annually, the North Carolina Medical Group Management Association (NCMGMA) and Curi recognize outstanding performance by an individual with the Administrator of the Year Award. For 2023, the award will be presented at our Annual Conference, to be held May 17-19, 2023, at the Charleston Marriott in downtown Charleston, SC.
About the Administrator of the Year Award
The Administrator of the Year award recognizes a healthcare administrator, affiliated with the NCMGMA, who has exhibited exceptional leadership management proficiency and enhanced the effectiveness of healthcare delivery in his/her practice and community through recent, noteworthy achievements.
Nominations
Nominate yourself or a colleague! If you wish to learn more about this award, follow the link below to see the complete award criteria and nominations form. To nominate another administrator, please email Melissa@ncmgm.org. The candidate will be contacted and asked to complete the following application form for consideration. The deadline for nominations is March 24, 2023.
Submit Your Nomination for NCMGMA’s 2023 Administrator of the Year Award
Presented by Curi
Annually, the North Carolina Medical Group Management Association (NCMGMA) and Curi recognize outstanding performance by an individual with the Administrator of the Year Award. For 2023, the award will be presented at our Annual Conference, to be held May 17-19, 2023, at the Charleston Marriott in downtown Charleston, SC.
Jacob A. Rodman, CMPE, (center), CEO of Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic, Inc., was recognized at the 2022 Annual Conference as the 2022 NCMGMA/Curi Administrator of the Year. Photo Credit: Chris Brehmer
About the Administrator of the Year Award
The Administrator of the Year award recognizes a healthcare administrator, affiliated with the NCMGMA, who has exhibited exceptional leadership management proficiency and enhanced the effectiveness of healthcare delivery in his/her practice and community through recent, noteworthy achievements.
Nominations
Nominate yourself or a colleague! If you wish to learn more about this award, follow the link below to see the complete award criteria and nominations form. To nominate another administrator, please email Melissa@ncmgm.org. The candidate will be contacted and asked to complete the following application form for consideration. The deadline for nominations is March 17, 2023.
We came together last week in Cherokee – September 14-16, 2022 – for our Fall Conference in the brand new event center of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort. Over 100 attendees, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors enjoyed continuing education from some of healthcare’s finest thought leaders, participated in essential networking events with peers and old friends, honored outstanding industry achievement with our annual awards, and experienced the sold-out exhibit hall full of Alliance sponsor products and services.
Thank you to everyone who pulled away from their busy practices to join us. Thank you to all our speakers and exhibitors for sharing your knowledge and expertise and thank you to our sponsors for your continued support of our organization: we couldn’t do it without you. And, lastly, thank you to our volunteers for leading the organization and keeping us moving in the right direction: your hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed.
Please browse this post to see all that took place last week and to see what’s in store for NCMGMA—thorugh the end of 2022 and beyond.
Practice of the Year Award
Goldsboro Pediatrics, P.A.
(L-R) Brandy Yeh and Nola Claiborne of Goldsboro Pediatrics are presented the Practice of the Year Award by Andy Shene of First Citizens Bank.
Each year, NCMGMA and First Citizens Bank recognize a medical group practice that has made a significant contribution to their community, patients and/or staff. For our 9th annual award, we are proud to recognize Goldsboro Pediatrics as our Practice of the Year! The award also includes a $3000 donation to the winner’s foundation of choice. Goldsboro Pediatrics selected Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County as their designated foundation. Congratulations Goldsboro Pediatrics!
President’s Award
Renee Schneider
2021-22 NCMGMA President Matt Johnson presents the President’s Award to Renee Schneider
The President’s Award is given to an individual of NCMGMA for outstanding service and contribution to the association, its members and medical practice management. This year’s award was presented to Renee Schneider of the North Carolina Medical Group Management Association offices.
Service Awards
Meritorious Service Award and Kim Harrah Becker Volunteer Award
(L-R): Fran Sembert, CMPE, 2022 Meritorious Service Award winner, NCMGMA Executive Director Melissa Klingberg, and Steve Parker, 2022 Kim Harrah Becker Volunteer Award winner.
Congratulations to Fran Sembert, CMPE, our 2022 Meritorious Service Award winner and Steve Parker of Curi, our 2022 Kim Harrah Becker Volunteer Award winner. The Meritorious Service Award is given for outstanding service and contribution to the NCMGMA, its members, and medical practice management; and the Kim Harrah Becker Volunteer Award highlights the true meaning of volunteerism for NCMGMA. Both Fran and Steve are outstanding champions of NCMGMA and our many programs and initiatives and we thank them for their selfless dedication to our organization.
Community Service Project
Snack Packs for MANNA FoodBank
Fall Conference attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and volunteers assemble snack packs for children in need in Western North Carolina.
At the close of the morning educational sessions on Thursday, September 15th, NCMGMA teamed up with MANNA FoodBank to make snack packs for children in need in Western North Carolina. MANNA FoodBank is a private, not-for-profit service organization working to end food insecurity in the 16 counties of Western North Carolina, including the Qualla Boundary. In the end, attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and NCMGMA staff made over 200 snack packs for MANNA FoodBank. Thank you to everyone who participated in this essential service project!
Event Photo Album
NCMGMA member Sandra Jarrett participates in a self-defense demonstration with speaker Johnathan Frisk during his “Surviving an Active Shooter” general session.
Thank you, again, to all our attendees, sponsors/exhibitors, speakers and volunteers for helping to make the 2022 Annual Conference another successful NCMGMA event!
October Zoom Webinar Using Your Data to Drive Practice Optimization & Growth October 6, 2022 | 12pm – 1pm
Join us as we explore the most common barriers to analyzing and optimizing data and how to address these barriers in your practice. Presented by Curi Advisory. Click here to register for this free webinar.
Customer Service Interactive Workshop Customer Service with Emotional Intelligence October 25, 2022 | 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm
Support staff is vital to patient care and every role makes a difference. In this session we explore techniques that promote a compassionate, welcoming, and respectful culture. Click here to register for this workshop.
2023 Master Class February 23-24, 2023 Graylyn Estate, Winston-Salem, NC
This two-day program is designed to give practice managers a deep dive into professional development in a thoroughly engaging and relaxing setting. Watch for more details coming soon!
Advocacy Days March 28-29, 2023 Raleigh, NC
Packed full of legislative action and information, Advocacy Days is a great opportunity to hear about the local issues, meet the experts and make your voice heard in Raleigh. Watch for more details coming soon!
The North Carolina Medical Group Management Association (NCMGMA) came together last week in Wilmington, May 18-20, 2022, for our Annual Conference at the Wilmington Convention Center and Embassy Suites Riverside. Over 245 attendees, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors enjoyed continuing education from some of healthcare’s finest thought leaders, participated in essential networking events with peers and old friends, honored outstanding industry achievement with our annual awards, and experienced the sold-out exhibit hall full of Alliance sponsor products and services driving healthcare management innovation and excellence to the next level.
Thank you to everyone who pulled away from their busy practices to join us. Thank you to all our speakers and exhibitors for sharing your knowledge and expertise and thank you to our sponsors for your continued support of our organization: we couldn’t do it without you. And, lastly, thank you to our volunteers for leading the organization and keeping us moving in the right direction: your hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed.
Please browse this email to see all that took place last week and to see what’s in store for NCMGMA, through the end of 2022 and beyond.
Administrator of the Year Award Jacob A. Rodman, CMPE Chief Executive Officer, Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic, Inc.
Jacob A. Rodman, CMPE, (center), CEO of Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic, Inc., is recognized as the 2022 NCMGMA/Curi Administrator of the Year. Photo Credit: Chris Brehmer
Jacob Rodman, CMPE, is the chief executive officer for Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic and our 2022 NCMGMA/Curi Administrator of the Year. Says Dr. Kenneth Rich, MD, president of Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic, “A leader is defined as someone who can see the capacity for improvement and can rally people to move toward that goal. Jacob Rodman is not only a great businessman and CEO of Raleigh Neurosurgical Clinic, but he is a great leader. He is the most valuable player at our practice as he genuinely cares about those he works with and seeks out opportunities to grow our practice.”
The Administrator of the Year award, sponsored by Curi, honors a medical practice administrator who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and management proficiency, and who has helped enhance the effectiveness of health care delivery in North Carolina. The Administrator of the Year Award also provides the recipient with a stipend for continuing education at a state or national Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) meeting or professional development through ACMPE.
President’s Award David P. Sousa, JD, MBA
(L-R): NCMGMA President Matt Johnson presents the President’s Award to David Sousa, JD, MBA. Photo Credit: Chris Brehmer
The President’s Award is given to a member of NCMGMA for outstanding service and contribution to the association, its members and medical practice management. This year’s award was presented to David P. Sousa, JD, MBA. David has been a tireless champion of NCMGMA, helping us further the association’s efforts to be the “leaders for tomorrow’s healthcare.” David was instrumental in engaging Medical Mutual, now Curi, with NCMGMA, nurturing and expanding the partnership through the years and continually helping us deliver vital events, services and support to the practice managers of North Carolina.
Community Service Project Snack Packs for NourishNC
Annual Conference attendees, exhibitors and volunteers assemble snack packs for children in need in North Carolina’s New Hanover County.
At the close of the morning educational sessions on Thursday, May 19th, NCMGMA teamed up with NourishNC to make snack packs for children in need in North Carolina’s New Hanover County. NourishNC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to provide healthy food to hungry children, empowering them to succeed in the classroom and in their community. In the end, attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and NCMGMA staff and volunteers made over 400 snack packs for NourishNC. Thank you to everyone who participated in this essential service project!
Event Photo Album
Photo Credit: Chris Brehmer
Follow the link below to visit our 2022 Annual Conference Flickr album. We’ve just added all of the photos from our professional photographer Chris Brehmer: take a look, they’re amazing!
Thank you, again, to all our attendees, sponsors/exhibitors, speakers and volunteers for helping to make the 2022 Annual Conference another successful NCMGMA event!
Originally published on March 24, 2022, by CMAC Partners
2022 Alliance sponsor feature article courtesy of CMAC Partners
With the recent increase in long-term interest rates, many of our clients who entered into interest rate swaps in the last two or three years are finding that these swaps now have a substantial positive value. There is an opportunity to take advantage of these values to positively affect the real estate entity or the practice.
Some uses of the positive swap unwind available for consideration include:
1. Terminating the interest rate swap to provide cash out to the partners, which can be used in at least three ways:
For further re-investment by the partners (a method of leveraging their equity)
For asset protection (in those cases where there are no personal guarantees, this reduces the equity at risk).
For reapplication in further real estate projects where there is needed equity
2. To improve cash flow:
The positive value can be folded into a new swap and re-amortized. Oftentimes, this will result in a reduced cash flow, which advantages the senior doctors who may be retiring before the termination date of the loan.
3. Lower the rate on new financing:
The positive value of the swap could be applied to the fixed rate of a new loan to lower the rate.
4. Pay down principal:
The positive value of the swap could be applied against the loan balance and either float or replace the swap at current market rates. This reduces overall interest expense and can be very helpful if the borrower is looking to reduce its debt to get under a certain Loan-To-Value threshold.
It is important to remember that whatever you choose to do on a swap does not change the overall expense of the swap. It only changes the timing of that overall expense, which may be very advantageous.
Because these movements are dependent upon valuations that cannot be seen by the typical borrower, it is important to work with a swap advisor who can ensure that no added profits are taken by the bank during any of these transactions.
If you are unsure about the value of your swap unwind, CMAC will review your documents and advise your group on the next best steps. Email solutions@cmacpartners.com or call 407-264-7255.
2022 NCMGMA Annual Conference May 18-20, 2022 Wilmington Convention Center & Embassy Suites Wilmington, NC
If you have not done so already, make plans to join us May 18-20 in Wilmington for our 2022 Annual Conference. The Annual Conference provides a rich environment where North Carolina’s medical practice leaders can come to learn, grow and share. We are again in-person and excited to bring the Annual Conference back to downtown Wilmington!
View this posting or visit our website for full event details. The early registration discount ends Monday, April 25th.
From timely continuing education sessions to essential networking to face time with sponsors and exhibitors, the Annual Conference has all the elements you need to invigorate your practice and energize your healthcare leadership career. Visit the conference schedule of events page to learn more.
Conference Speakers
Hall of fame speaker Steve Gilliland, human resources expert GeGe Beall, the MacGyver of healthcare management Cameron M. Cox, III, government relations expert Lexi Arthur and ACMPE Liaison Michelle Wallace are just a sample of the thought-leaders joining us this May in Wilmington. Keep checking the speaker page as new speakers are being continually added.
Wednesday Dinner & Social
Join us on Wednesday, May 18th, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, at Jesse’s Yacht Club at the Marina Grill. Hosted and sponsored by Curi and Sentinel Risk Advisors, this event is just a three-minute walk from the Embassy Suites and will feature a buffet dinner, drinks and live music. This event is included with your conference registration.
Exhibit Hall is Sold Out!
We hold many of our meal and break events in the exhibit hall so you’ll have plenty of time to meet the product and service providers bringing innovation to practice management! Follow this link to see our complete list of Annual Conference exhibitors, their booth #s and company description.
Hotel Accommodations
Our host hotel, The Embassy Suites, is sold out of our NCMGMA room block. Additional accommodations are available at Wilmington Aloft at Coastline Center, which is only a minute’s walk from the convention center. Room block discount for Aloft ends Wednesday, April 27th.
Enjoy Wilmington
The Annual Conference is in the heart of Wilmington, right along the historic Riverwalk. Take in the beautiful views from the Embassy Suites’ roof top lounge or stroll along the Cape Fear River and enjoy the tranquil beauty of this charming riverside setting. Learn more
Registration
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
Wednesday Evening Dinner & Social Jesse’s Yacht Club at the Marina Grill
We’re excited to announce our 2022 Annual Conference Dinner & Social, to be held Wednesday, May 18th, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, at Jesse’s Yacht Club at the Marina Grill. Hosted and sponsored by Curi and Sentinel Risk Advisors, this event is just a three-minute walk from the Embassy Suites and will feature a buffet dinner, drinks and live music. Make plans to join us for this exciting riverfront event included with your conference registration!
May 18-20, 2022 Wilmington Convention Center & Embassy Suites, Wilmington, NC
Exhibit Hall is Sold Out!
We hold many of our meal and break events in the exhibit hall so you’ll have plenty of time to meet the product and service providers bringing innovation to practice management! Follow this link to see our complete list of Annual Conference exhibitors, their booth #s and company description.
Schedule of Events
From timely continuing education sessions to essential networking to face time with sponsors and exhibitors, the Annual Conference has all the elements you need to invigorate your practice and energize your healthcare leadership career. Visit the conference schedule of events page to learn more.
Conference Speakers
Hall of fame speaker Steve Gilliland, human resources expert GeGe Beall, the MacGyver of healthcare management Cameron M. Cox, III, government relations expert Lexi Arthur and ACMPE Liaison Michelle Wallace are just a sample of the thought-leaders joining us this May in Wilmington. Keep checking the speaker page as new speakers are being continually added.
Hotel Accommodations
Our host hotel, The Embassy Suites, overlooks the Cape Fear River and Battleship North Carolina, with direct access to the Wilmington Convention Center. Additional accommodations are available at Wilmington Aloft at Coastline Center. Room block discounts end starting April 26th.
Enjoy Wilmington
The Annual Conference is in the heart of Wilmington, right along the historic Riverwalk. Take in the beautiful views from the Embassy Suites’ roof top lounge or stroll along the Cape Fear River and enjoy the tranquil beauty of this charming riverside setting. Learn more
Registration
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
Join Us in Wilmington for Our 2022 Annual Conference Continuing Education | Networking | Exhibit Hall | And More!
Join us May 18-20 at the Wilmington Convention Center & Embassy Suites. The Annual Conference gives practice managers the opportunity to engage with colleagues, thought-leaders and exhibitors; sharpen leadership skills through professional development experiences; and fully decompress amongst the historic charm of downtown Wilmington.
Registration is open and discounts run through April 25th. Browse this post or visit our website to learn about all we have planned for May in Wilmington!
From timely continuing education sessions to essential networking to face time with sponsors and exhibitors, the Annual Conference has all the elements you need to invigorate your practice and energize your healthcare leadership career. Visit the conference schedule of events page to learn more.
Conference Speakers
Hall of fame speaker Steve Gilliland, human resources expert GeGe Beall, the MacGyver of healthcare management Cameron M. Cox, III, government relations expert Lexi Arthur and ACMPE Liaison Michelle Wallace are just a sample of the thought-leaders joining us this May in Wilmington. Keep checking the speaker page as new speakers are being continually added.
Hotel Accommodations
Our host hotel, The Embassy Suites, overlooks the Cape Fear River and Battleship North Carolina, with direct access to the Wilmington Convention Center. Additional accommodations are available at Wilmington Aloft at Coastline Center. Room block discounts end starting April 26th.
Enjoy Wilmington
The Annual Conference is in the heart of Wilmington, right along the historic Riverwalk. Take in the beautiful views from the Embassy Suites’ roof top lounge or stroll along the Cape Fear River and enjoy the tranquil beauty of this charming riverside setting. Learn more
Registration
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
Join Us in Wilmington for Our 2022 Annual Conference Continuing Education | Networking | Exhibit Hall | And More!
The NCMGMA Annual Conference, scheduled for May 18-20 at the Wilmington Convention Center & Embassy Suites Hotel, will provide a rich environment where North Carolina’s medical practice leaders can come to learn, grow and share. We are again in-person and excited to bring the Annual Conference back to downtown Wilmington!
Registration is open and discounts run through April 25th. Browse this post or visit our website to learn about all we have planned for May in Wilmington!
From timely continuing education sessions to essential networking to face time with sponsors and exhibitors, the Annual Conference has all the elements you need to invigorate your practice and energize your healthcare leadership career. Visit the conference schedule of events page to learn more.
Conference Speakers
Hall of fame speaker Steve Gilliland, human resources expert GeGe Beall, the MacGyver of healthcare management Cameron M. Cox, III, government relations expert Lexi Arthur and ACMPE Liaison Michelle Wallace are just a sample of the thought-leaders joining us this May in Wilmington. Keep checking the speaker page as new speakers are being continually added.
Hotel Accommodations
Our host hotel, The Embassy Suites, overlooks the Cape Fear River and Battleship North Carolina, with direct access to the Wilmington Convention Center. Additional accommodations are available at Wilmington Aloft at Coastline Center. Room block discounts end starting April 26th.
Registration
Online registration is now open. Full conference costs start at $325 for members. See all of our conference pricing here. To register today, please follow the online registration link below.
Thank you to everyone who joined us this past weekend for our sold-out Productive Practice Leaders 2022 Master Class. Members and guests came together March 17 and 18th at the Graylyn Estate in Winston-Salem to take a short break from their practices and gain some timely healthcare management professional development.
Productive Practice Leaders 2022 Master Class Participants
Led by leadership expert Mary Kelly, Ph.D., Commander, U.S. Navy (ret), attendees learned ways to successfully navigate crisis within the practice and were provided with proven tools to effectively manage and implement change. Master Class participants also enjoyed the beautiful setting of the Graylyn Estate and the invaluable opportunity to network with fellow practice managers in an intimate setting.
Thank you to Mary Kelly and all of our volunteers and participants who helped make this event a success. Thank you to our event sponsors Curi Advisory, Curi Capital, HandCraft Services and Sentinel Risk Advisors for supporting this first-time event.
Event Sponsors
Watch for announcements about our upcoming webinars coming soon and make plans to join us in Wilmington, May 18-20, for our 2022 Annual Conference.
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