This episode features Stacy Meyr, Vice President of Payer Relations, Athletico Physical Therapy. Here, she discusses her experience as clinically trained chiropractor & her transition into payer relations, what she is currently most focused on, the importance of preventative health in PT, and more.
Summary
Get to Know Stacy Meyer, VP of Payer Relations at Athletico Physical Therapy
If you're interested in the world of physical therapy, you won't want to miss this episode featuring Stacy Meyr, Vice President of Payer Relations at Athletico Physical Therapy. With years of experience as a clinically trained chiropractor, she offers a unique perspective on the industry and its evolving strategies for managing musculoskeletal conditions.
From Clinician to Payer Relations
Stacy's journey to her current role has been an interesting one. She began her career as a chiropractor, spending several years in clinical practice before eventually transitioning to the payer relations side of the industry. Today, she uses her firsthand knowledge of patient care and outcomes to help educate others on the benefits of physical therapy as a first-line treatment for musculoskeletal conditions.
Preventative Health and PT
One of the topics Stacy is most passionate about is the importance of preventative health in the world of physical therapy. By focusing on early intervention and proactive management of musculoskeletal conditions, she believes that patients can often achieve better outcomes while avoiding costly, invasive procedures down the line.
Investing in Patient Experience
As Vice President of Payer Relations and Value-Based Strategies at Athletico Physical Therapy, Stacy is also deeply invested in improving the patient experience. To this end, the company is exploring new technologies and strategies to make it easier for patients to access care and adhere to their recovery plans.
A Focus on Risk-Based Management
Finally, Stacy is particularly excited about Athletico's partnership with the Chicago Public Schools to launch a risk-based musculoskeletal management program. This innovative initiative aims to help students and staff members feel better faster while lowering overall healthcare costs in the community.
Overall, Stacy Meyr brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of physical therapy, making her a valuable resource for patients, providers, and payers alike.
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This episode aired on 12/12/2022 and can be listened here.
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