Mike MacKinnon is Back! Massachusetts Opt Out and What it Means vs

Anesthesia Deconstructed: Science. Policy. Realities.

06/07/24 • 20 min

Summary

In this conversation, Joe Rodriguez interviews Michael McKinnon, podcast founder, CRNA, and assistant program director at National University. They discuss two topics: the supervision clarification advisory opinion from the Arizona Board of Nursing and the opt-out of Medicare Part A physician supervision requirements in Massachusetts. McKinnon shares his perspective on these issues and emphasizes the importance of removing barriers to competition and promoting a level playing field in healthcare.
Keywords

CRNA, supervision clarification, advisory opinion, Arizona Board of Nursing, AA, opt-out, Medicare Part A, physician supervision, Massachusetts
Takeaways

Removing barriers to competition and promoting a level playing field in healthcare is important.
The supervision clarification advisor opinion from the Arizona Board of Nursing allows CRNAs to supervise other health professionals.
The opt-out of Medicare Part A physician supervision requirements in Massachusetts eliminates the perception of supervision and reduces liability concerns for CRNAs.
The opt-out also simplifies contract negotiations and promotes collaboration between CRNAs and surgeons.
CRNAs should have the opportunity to choose the model of care that best suits their practice and the needs of their patients.
More states should consider opting out of Medicare Part A physician supervision requirements to improve access to care and increase provider options.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background of Michael McKinnon
01:04
Supervision Clarification Advisor Opinion in Arizona
05:21
Opposition to Anti-Competitive Legislation
09:31
Opting Out of Medicare Part A Supervision Requirements in Massachusetts
12:20
Impact of Opting Out on CRNAs and Service Line Management
16:29
Future Plans and Conclusion

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06/07/24 • 20 min

Anesthesia Deconstructed: Science. Policy. Realities. - Mike MacKinnon is Back! Massachusetts Opt Out and What it Means vs

Transcript

Joe Rodriguez (00:01.113)
Welcome back to the show, the one and only Dark Lord himself, Michael McKinnon. How are you?
Mike MacKinnon (00:08.558)
I'm doing great Joe, how you doing?
Joe Rodriguez (00:10.297)
Does I'm doing great. Does anyone not know who you are? I don't know. Should I actually do like a real introduction for you? This is Dr. Mike McKinnon, Michael McKinnon. What's your middle name, Mike? Michael Alexander McKinnon, current assistant program director at National

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