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LTC University Podcast

228 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratings

The LTC University Podcast covers topics related to the healthcare industry. Topics like value-based care, primary care, leadership, physician care, and so much more.

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Episodes

Episode 115, Theresa Younis, Agape Care Group

July 23, 2021 16:11 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Today we have special guest Theresa Younis, the Executive Vice President of Partnerships for Agape Care Group. Theresa is a passionate advocate for hospice care and serves families throughout South Carolina and Georgia through her leadership. You will be inspired by Theresa's passion and compassion for people at the end of their life. We hope you enjoy this episode!

BONUS Episode 114, Joe Nester, Frozen Harvest

July 09, 2021 19:18 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

Today we speak with our very own Joe Nester. Joe is part of our creative team as a writer and digital marketer at LTC Management. Joe also released a new book entitled Frozen Harvest that we discuss on the podcast. We also discuss how Joe is sharing the book with some of our assisted living communities around South Carolina. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode!

Episode 113, Kim Hall, Advanced Care Planning

July 09, 2021 18:38 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

Today we have a wonderful human being, Kim Hall. Kim is a licensed social worker and a Patient Care Coordinator for SC House Calls. Kim brings compassion and understanding to the job and provides a wealth of knowledge for patients and families. Kim and I discuss the importance of Advanced Care Planning and even do a mock patient Advanced Care Plan on the podcast. We hope you get a lot out of this conversation!

Episode 112, Miranda Brophy, SC Home Rx

July 02, 2021 16:12 - 27 minutes - 31.1 MB

Today, we hear from Miranda Brophy, the Director of Pharmacy Services at SC Home Rx & SC House Calls, on today's episode. Miranda has some exciting new things happening at SC Home Rx. They have some fantastic new technology that will make their lives easier and the lives of their patients simpler. We hope you enjoy this new episode! 

Episode 112, Miranda Brophy, SC Home Rx

July 02, 2021 16:12 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Today, we hear from Miranda Brophy, the Director of Pharmacy Services at SC Home Rx & SC House Calls, on today's episode. Miranda has some exciting new things happening at SC Home Rx. They have some fantastic new technology that will make their lives easier and the lives of their patients simpler. We hope you enjoy this new episode!

Episode 111, Greg Charlton, GA House Calls

June 25, 2021 21:14 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Today we speak with Greg Charlton, the Regional Vice President of Strategic Growth for GA House Calls. Greg and I discuss SC House Calls recent development into Georgia with GA House Calls. Greg lays out all of their services and where they are currently serving patients. We hope you enjoy our conversation!

Episode 110 Lisa Yakobi, Coaching

June 11, 2021 19:44 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Today we speak with corporate coach Lisa Yakobi. Lisa has spent years coaching CEOs, business leaders & professional athletes, to name a few. Today we discuss what makes a good coach and how we can all learn to coach those around us. So, if you want to be a better coach, this is the episode for you. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Episode 109, Matt Whitehead, SC House Calls is Expanding

June 04, 2021 21:37 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

Today we speak with my good friend, the Senior Vice President at SC House Calls, SC Home Rx & now brand new GA House Calls, Matt Whitehead. Matt and I discuss some of the new things that are happing and how they are working on expanding their territory to serve more patients. I hope you enjoy our conversation!

Episode 108, Justin Workman, Roper Hospital Program

May 21, 2021 16:37 - 24 minutes - 28.2 MB

Today we learn about a unique program that SC House Calls is doing with Roper St. Francis Hospital. Justin Workman, the program supervisor, shares about this great partnership that saves medicare dollars and has kept people safe through a pandemic. We hope you enjoy our conversation!

Episode 108, Justin Workman, Roper Hospital Program

May 21, 2021 16:37 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Today we learn about a unique program that SC House Calls is doing with Roper St. Francis Hospital. Justin Workman, the program supervisor, shares about this great partnership that saves medicare dollars and has kept people safe through a pandemic. We hope you enjoy our conversation!

Episode 107, Ryan West, Physical Therapy vs Pain Meds

May 14, 2021 17:27 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Today we speak with Ryan West, a Physical Therapy Assistant at LTC Therapy and Revive Wellness Studio. Ryan and I discuss the benefit of using therapy over traditional pain medications that come with their problems. Ryan shares how Physical Therapy can solve the problem vs. just masking the problem with dangerous opioids. We hope you enjoy our conversation!

Episode 106, CEO Matt Staub, Value Based Healthcare

May 07, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Today we speak with the CEO of SC House Calls, Main Street Physicians, & SC Home RX. Matt Staub. Matt and I discuss the good and the bad of the American healthcare system. Matt shares how the US spends the most on healthcare globally but doesn't necessarily have the best outcomes. We hope this discussion gets you thinking about healthcare and how we can all do our part to make it better.

Episode 105 David Teachey, Five Gears

April 23, 2021 00:55 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Today we have a fun discussion with David Teachey, the Vice President of Acute Care Services for SC House Calls. David and I discuss the book "The Five Gears." Our conversation centers around these gears that teach self-awareness and make us more productive in our work & home life. We hope you enjoy our conversation. Five Gears Book

Episode 104, Matt Staub CEO SC House Calls, National Health Care Decisions Day

April 16, 2021 14:22 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Today on National Health Care Decisions Day (April 16th), we talk about Advanced Care Planning. We speak with Matt Staub, the CEO of SC House Calls, and Matt shares his passion for ACP. We also discuss some stories, and Matt gives some helpful information. We hope you enjoy the episode!

Episode 103 Dr. Macie Smith, Dementia

April 09, 2021 14:13 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Today we speak with Dr. Macie Smith, the owner of Diversified Training Consultants Group. Dr. Smith provides education and support to senior families; they journey through dementia caregiving and the long-term care system. Dr. Smith's upbeat personality and passion for what she does transforms a burdensome situation into a blossoming new way of living. We hope you enjoy the conversation! www.dtconsultant.org

Episode 102, CEO Matt Staub, Course Corrections

March 26, 2021 18:57 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Today we speak with CEO Matt Staub from SC House Calls. Matt shares some of the course corrections they have had to make in 2020 & 2021. We hope you enjoy the episode.

Episode 101 Matt Staub, Bonus Episode, SC House Calls Assisted Living Model

March 12, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Today we speak with Matt Staub, the CEO of SC House Calls, about something dear to his heart, Assisted Living. Matt is a licensed ALF & SNF Administrator and has a passion for caring for assisted living residents. SC House Calls has a unique care model that is proactive and has proven to keep residents out of the hospital. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Episode 100 Trent Praytor & Melissa Chism, Hospice & Palliative Care Myth Busters

March 12, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

For our 100th episode, we have Melissa Chism & Trent Praytor from SC House Calls. Melissa is a Certified Hospice & Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner. Trent is the VP of Hospice & Palliative Care Services. Today we spend our time busting some common myths about Hospice & Palliative Care. Enjoy the show!

Episode 99 Ariel Thompson, Occupational Therapy

March 05, 2021 17:23 - 25 minutes - 29.3 MB

On this episode, we speak with Occupational Therapist Ariel Thompson from Revive Wellness Studio in Columbia, South Carolina. Ariel gives us an overview of how Occupational therapists can help people get back to normal after an injury. We also discuss the most common injuries that she treats and the remedies that they provide. We hope you enjoy the podcast! 

Episode 99 Ariel Thompson, Occupational Therapy

March 05, 2021 17:23 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

On this episode, we speak with Occupational Therapist Ariel Thompson from Revive Wellness Studio in Columbia, South Carolina. Ariel gives us an overview of how Occupational therapists can help people get back to normal after an injury. We also discuss the most common injuries that she treats and the remedies that they provide. We hope you enjoy the podcast!

Episode 98 Kim Kennamer & Kayce Cleary, NP FAQ's

March 05, 2021 16:43 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MB

Today we have Kayce Cleary & Kim Kennamer from SC House Calls answering some Frequently Asked Questions. We discuss everything from billing questions to Telehealth questions. Enjoy the show!

Episode 97, Brodie Wall & David Teachey, Medical Technology

February 19, 2021 17:22 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Today we sit down with Brodie Wall & David Teachey from SC House Calls. Brodie is the Director of Telehealth Devices from SC House Calls, and David is the VP of Acute Care Services. Today we talk about the technology services that SC House Calls and SC Home Rx are using. We discuss how they are improving the healthcare of so many people across South Carolina. Enjoy the conversation!

Episode 96, Dr. Ashley Friend, TMJ Treatment

February 12, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Today we speak with Dr. Ashley Friend about an incredible TMJ Therapy that they offer at Revive Wellness Studio in Columbia, South Carolina. Ashley shares some of the causes and what they can do to help those who suffer from TMJ. We hope you enjoy the episode!

Episode 95 (Bonus Episode) Melissa Chism & Trent Praytor, End of Life Discussions

February 09, 2021 19:49 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Today we have a conversation about End of Life Discussions. Our guests are Advanced Certified Hospice & Palliative Nurse Practitioner Melissa Chism. Also, we have Vice President of Hospice & Palliative Services for SC House Calls Trent Praytor. End of life discussions can be challenging and even uncomfortable for healthcare providers. Melissa and Trent give some great ideas on how to handle that conversation. We hope you get a lot out of our discussion!

Episode 94, Matt Staub, Changing Healthcare

February 05, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 33 MB

Today we speak with the CEO of SC House Calls, Matt Staub. Matt and I discuss change, innovation, and SC House Call's dedication to being an agile, fast-paced company that responds to their patients' needs. We hope you enjoy this conversation!

Episode 94, Matt Staub, Changing Healthcare

February 05, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Today we speak with the CEO of SC House Calls, Matt Staub. Matt and I discuss change, innovation, and SC House Call's dedication to being an agile, fast-paced company that responds to their patients' needs. We hope you enjoy this conversation!

Episode 93 Kayce Cleary, Medicare Billing Changes

February 03, 2021 14:22 - 29 minutes - 34.3 MB

Today we have another bonus episode. We speak with Kayce Cleary about the new (CMS) Medicare Billing changes and dive into the details of how healthcare providers need to adjust in their billing practices. Kayce is a Billing and Coding Specialist and a Provider Education Advocate for SC House Calls. If you are a provider, you will get some great information from Kayce! Enjoy the show!

Episode 92, Kim Kennamer, A COVID-19 Story

January 29, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Today we hear the story of Kim Kennamer and her family's battle with COVID-19. Kim is the Director of Practice Optimization for SC House Calls and has experienced SC House Calls services personally for herself and her parents. Kim shares her parent's real battle with the Coronavirus and how SC House Calls was an instrumental part of getting them healthy again. We hope you enjoy this story.

Episode 91 Brook Howard, CMS Changes

January 28, 2021 17:26 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Today we have a bonus episode with Brook Howard, the Vice President of Clinical Services for SC House Calls. Brook shares the significant changes that medicare made in December for 2021. Brook breaks down what healthcare providers need to change in billing and how they make their visits. We hope you get a lot out of this podcast!

Episode 90, Miranda Workman, Telehealth Pharmacy

January 22, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Today we speak with Miranda Workman from SC Home RX & SC House Calls about their Telehealth Pharmacy. She shares how they are raising the bar on medication adherence and providing incredible resources for healthcare providers and their patients. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Episode 89, SC House Calls CEO Matt Staub, Looking Back & Looking Forward

January 15, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 31.8 MB

This week we speak with the CEO of SC House Calls, Matt Staub. Matt shares some of the challenges that 2020 brought and how they emerged as one of South Carolinas most influential healthcare providers. Matt shares with us some of the plans and what the future is looking like for 2021. We hope you enjoy the show!

Episode 89, SC House Calls CEO Matt Staub, Looking Back & Looking Forward

January 15, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

This week we speak with the CEO of SC House Calls, Matt Staub. Matt shares some of the challenges that 2020 brought and how they emerged as one of South Carolinas most influential healthcare providers. Matt shares with us some of the plans and what the future is looking like for 2021. We hope you enjoy the show!

Episode 88, David Teachey, COVID-19 Vaccine

January 08, 2021 17:28 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Today we wanted to update all of our listeners on the COVID-19 Vaccine. We speak with Registered Nurse David Teachey from South Carolina House Calls, and he gets us up to date on the COVID-19 Vaccine and what you need to know. We hope this podcast is very informational, and you enjoy the show.

Episode 87, Stephanie Lange & Trent Praytor, Hospice Eligibility

December 31, 2020 20:51 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Today we speak with Stephanie Lange from Agape Care Hospice & Trent Praytor from SC House Calls about what makes a person appropriate for hospice services. We also talk about what happens after a healthcare provider makes a referral to hospice and what the attending provider's responsibility is. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Episode 86, Sarah Padula, The 12 Days of Caregiving

December 18, 2020 19:59 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Today we meet up with Sarah Padula, a Social Worker for SC House Calls. Sarah gives us 12 tips for caregivers during the holiday season in the form of The 12 Days of Christmas. Sarah shares some practical advice to make caregiving a little less stressful during the Christmas season. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Sarah Padula!

Episode 85, Dr. Sharon P. Beall, MD, Pediatric Hospice

December 11, 2020 16:12 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Today we Meet Dr. Sharon Beall. Dr. Beall is one of the pediatric hospice physicians for Hands of Hope. Dr. Beall completed her medical education at the Medical College of Georgia and stayed there to complete her internship and residency in pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia. Dr. Beall has a passion for this work and provides education about palliative care in her community, teaching hospital, and local professional organizations. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Dr. Bea...

Episode 84, Michael Mealey, The Hope Project

December 04, 2020 17:13 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Today our guest is Michael Mealey from Agape Care Hospice. Michael is the Vice President of Quality Assurance and shares with us a project that they have been working on for almost a year now called The HOPE Project. Michael shares how they are doing everything they can through The HOPE project to raise the bar of excellence at Agape Care. Agape Care believes that great organizations never stop coming up with ways to become the best in their field. We hope you enjoy our conversation!

Episode 83, Trent Praytor, Hospice & Palliative Care

November 13, 2020 20:58 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

Today we hear from Trent Praytor, a Registered Nurse from South Carolina House Calls. Trent is the Vice President of Hospice & Palliative Care. He is passionate about Hospice & Palliative Care after serving as a Hospice Nurse for ten years. Trent loves to teach and helps SC House Calls providers understand how to treat and serve patients dealing with a severe illness. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Trent Praytor.

Episode 82, David Teachey, Telehealth Is A Game Changer

November 06, 2020 17:44 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

On today's podcast, you will hear from David Teachey, the Vice President of Acute Care Services at SC House Calls. David catches us up on all of the new telehealth services they created at SC House Calls this year. David shares how pro-active their practice has been after medicare gave the green light to bill for Telehealth services. Enjoy our conversation!

Episode 81, Pamela Duncan, Compliance

October 30, 2020 14:49 - 19 minutes - 22 MB

Today we talk about healthcare compliance with the Chief Compliance Officer for Agape Care, Pamela Duncan. Pamela talks about creating safe guardrails for their team to stay within the regulations of Medicare guidelines. Enjoy our conversation with Pamela Duncan!

Episode 81, Pamela Duncan, Compliance

October 30, 2020 14:49 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Today we talk about healthcare compliance with the Chief Compliance Officer for Agape Care, Pamela Duncan. Pamela talks about creating safe guardrails for their team to stay within the regulations of Medicare guidelines. Enjoy our conversation with Pamela Duncan!

Episode 80 Cheri Lyn Deary, Hospice & Home Health

October 23, 2020 14:39 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Today we hear from another speaker from the Fourth Annual LTC University Provider Conference, Cheri Lyn Deary. Cheri Lyn is a registered nurse and has been a pioneer in the home health and hospice world in the mid-west. Enjoy our conversation!

Episode 79, Dr. Earle Lingle, Ethics

October 16, 2020 18:01 - 21 minutes - 19.2 MB

Today we have a conversation with Dr. Earle Lingle from High Point University’s School of Pharmacy. Dr. Lingle is a professor and associate dean for student and professional affairs. Dr. Lingle spoke at the Fourth Annual LTC University Provider Conference, and we caught up with him there. We discussed the topic of Ethics. Enjoy our conversation!

Episode 78 Dr. Chad Starks, Diversity Equity & Inclusion

October 08, 2020 21:34 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

We had the excellent opportunity to speak with Dr. Chad Sparks. Dr. Starks holds a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of South Carolina and a doctorate in Criminology from the University of Delaware. Dr. Starks has more than two decades of experience working in the areas of criminal justice and education. He is also a popular speaker on the subject of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. We caught up with him at the LTC University Provider Conference in Columbia after his talk...

Episode 77, Melissa Gambrell, Personality Disorders Part 2

September 11, 2020 18:36 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

Once again, we hear from Nurse Practitioner Melissa Gambrell on part 2 of Personality Disorders. This information is fascinating and can help medical professionals understand and work with patients with these various disorders. Enjoy this informative conversation.

Episode 76, Melissa Gambrell, Personality Disorders Part 1

September 04, 2020 14:11 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

Today we go deep into Personality Disorders with Nurse Practitioner Melissa Gambrell. Mellissa breaks down diagnosing these disorders and so much more. Enjoy part one of this conversation.

Episode 75, David Teachey, Home Health

August 21, 2020 13:32 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Today we speak with David Teachey about Home Health Services. David is a registered nurse with a background in Home Health and Telemedicine and is currently The Vice President of Acute Care Services for SC House Calls. David gives us some important information about Home Health. He shares how SC House Calls partners with Home Health to provide better outcomes for all patients. Enjoy our conversation with David Teachey!

Episode 74, Brandon Sistrunk & Rebecca Dillard, The Gym

August 14, 2020 00:38 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Today we discuss health and wellness with Certified Personal Trainer, Brandon Sistrunk & the Vice President of Health & Wellness for LTC Health Solutions Rebecca Dillard. We talk about the importance of stretching and the mental benefits of working out and much much more. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Episode 73, Annika Huell, Advanced Care Planning

August 07, 2020 20:27 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Today we hear from Annika Huell a Certified Biller & Coder for SC House Calls. Annika brings years of experience in coding and has a passion for training providers and medical professionals. Today Annika shares about Advanced Care Planning and its importance. Enjoy our conversation with Annika!

Episode 72, Heather Emmer, Dynamic Mobile Imaging

July 24, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Today we have Heather Emmer, the Account Manager for Dynamic Mobile Imaging. We discuss all things X-rays, Ultra Sounds & EKG's that can all be done in the home. Heather shares the importance of using in-home imaging to reduce risks like COVID-19. Enjoy our conversation with Heather Emmer. If you would like more information, you can visit www.dynamicmobileimaging.com, or you can call 1-866-483-9729.

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