Ep. 93 How to Optimize RVUs & Billing in Gynecology with Dr. Jon Hathaway
BackTable OBGYN14 Loka 2025

Ep. 93 How to Optimize RVUs & Billing in Gynecology with Dr. Jon Hathaway

No money, no mission. Understanding coding is the key to funding care and making your practice sustainable. In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, host, Dr. Mark Hoffman, chats with Dr. Jon Hathaway, associate professor at IU School of Medicine and coding specialist. They discuss the intricacies of medical billing, the impact of coding knowledge on revenue, and the systemic gaps in residency training regarding financial literacy. ---SYNPOSISDr. Hathaway shares his journey from mastering coding to becoming a national expert, providing a crash course on CPT, RVU, and ICD codes, and emphasizing the importance of accurate billing for the sustainability of healthcare practices. The episode offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in medical coding and the broader financial aspects of healthcare.---TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction 02:03 - Dr. Hathaway's Journey into Coding04:11 - Understanding the Financial Side of Healthcare07:10 - The Disconnect in Healthcare Payments11:26 - The Complexity of Medical Billing18:11 - The Role of CPT, RVU, and ICD Codes24:03 - The Process of Approving New Procedures32:38 - Understanding the Value Update Process33:47 - Case Study: Cystoscopy in Hysterectomy Codes35:26 - Survey Participation and Its Impact36:12 - Roles and Responsibilities in ACOG38:12 - Challenges of RVU-Based Compensation42:08 - Specialty-Specific RVU Valuation48:42 - Comparing OB and GYN Reimbursements50:02 - Envisioning an Ideal Healthcare System55:10 - Maximizing Billing Efficiency59:46 - Final Thoughts

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Ep. 15 The Microbiome with Dr. Ian Fields

Ep. 15 The Microbiome with Dr. Ian Fields

In this episode, Dr. Ian Fields joins Dr. Mark Hoffman at the mic to discuss the role of the microbiome in obstetrical and gynecological conditions. --- SHOW NOTES Dr. Ian Fields completed a fellow...

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Ep. 14 Cosmetic Gynecology with Dr. Cheryl Iglesia

Ep. 14 Cosmetic Gynecology with Dr. Cheryl Iglesia

In this episode, Dr. Mark Hoffman invites Dr. Cheryl Iglesia to shed light on the topic of cosmetic gynecology. --- SHOW NOTES Dr. Iglesia is the Director of the Section of Female Pelvic Medicine a...

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Ep. 13 Addressing the Challenges of Applications and Transition to Residency with Dr. Helen Morgan and Dr. Maya Hammoud

Ep. 13 Addressing the Challenges of Applications and Transition to Residency with Dr. Helen Morgan and Dr. Maya Hammoud

In this episode, Drs. Maya Hammoud and Helen Morgan of the University of Michigan join Drs. Amy Park and Mark Hoffman to discuss the OB/GYN residency application process. --- EARN CME Reflect on ho...

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Ep. 12 Physician Wellness with Dr. Angela Chaudhari

Ep. 12 Physician Wellness with Dr. Angela Chaudhari

In this episode, Drs. Amy Park and Mark Hoffman welcome Dr. Angela Chaudhari, Chief of Gynecology and Gynecologic Surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, to share her experience promoting a culture...

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Ep. 11 Appalachian OBGYN: Practicing in a Rural Setting with Dr. Jessica Branham

Ep. 11 Appalachian OBGYN: Practicing in a Rural Setting with Dr. Jessica Branham

In this episode, Dr. Jessica Branham, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist affiliated with Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center invites listeners to learn about practicing OB/GYN in a rural se...

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Ep. 10 What is a Surgical Coach, and Why Do I Need One? with Dr. Cara King

Ep. 10 What is a Surgical Coach, and Why Do I Need One? with Dr. Cara King

In this episode, Dr. Cara King, the Fellowship Director for Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Cleveland Clinic and a member of the Board of Directors of the Academy for Surgical Coaching, disc...

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Ep. 9 Creating Culture Through Leadership and Mentoring with Dr. Christopher Kane

Ep. 9 Creating Culture Through Leadership and Mentoring with Dr. Christopher Kane

In this episode, Dr. Bagrodia discusses cultivating a healthy culture inside and outside of the operating room with Dr. Chris Kane, Dean of Clinical Affairs at UCSD and CEO of the UCSD Physician Group...

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Ep. 8 Virtual Reality in Labor with Dr. Melissa Wong

Ep. 8 Virtual Reality in Labor with Dr. Melissa Wong

In episode 8, Dr. Mark Hoffman invites Drs. Melissa Wong of Cedars-Sinai and Tony Shanks of Indiana University to share the mic and talk about the use of virtual reality (VR) in labor. --- EARN CME ...

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