MGMA Podcasts

In this MGMA podcast episode, host Daniel Williams talks with Dr. Christopher Kodama, MD, MBA, founder of EverSpark, about managing disruptive physician behavior. They define what disruptive behavior looks like in healthcare settings, discuss its impact on practice culture, and outline actionable strategies for addressing it—covering preparation, conversation techniques, and follow-up. Dr. Kodama also previews his upcoming session at the MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando.

Main Points:
00:50 – Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:38 – Dr. Kodama's Background and Career Journey
05:13 – Understanding Disruptive Physician Behavior
06:36 – Defining Disruptive Behavior
08:20 – Identifying Disruptive Dynamics in Practice
11:53 – Approaching the Difficult Conversation
17:44 – Follow-Up and Mitigating Risk
20:23 – Conclusion and Upcoming Conference Details

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