227 The Future of Pediatrics: Navigating Change with Implementation and Leadership
Tue Feb 03 2026
The Pediatric Lounge: Advocating for Pediatric Care and Independent Practices
In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, the hosts discuss various topics relevant to pediatric care and independent practices. They highlight an upcoming event in New Orleans where pediatric practice leaders will gather to discuss their field. Special guest and pediatrician, Brian Birch from Idaho, shares his concerns about the future of pediatrics and his efforts at the state level, including the establishment of a pediatric council to address changes in Medicaid payments. The episode delves into the implications of legislative changes, the role of pediatric councils in payer relations, and the challenges of maintaining a medical home. The conversation also touches on the importance of independent practices, sharing mistakes, and the value of community support through groups like SOPA. The episode ends with a look ahead to upcoming conferences and talks aimed at fostering leadership and best practices in pediatrics.
00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
00:32 Preparing for the PMI Conference
00:51 Guest Introduction: Brian Birch
01:45 Challenges in Idaho's Medicaid Program
05:08 National Medicaid Concerns
10:36 The Role of Pediatric Councils
14:19 The Importance of Practice Management
18:01 Engaging Young Pediatricians
33:50 Upcoming Events and Conferences
39:14 Conclusion and Farewell
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The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.
The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.
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The Pediatric Lounge: Advocating for Pediatric Care and Independent Practices In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, the hosts discuss various topics relevant to pediatric care and independent practices. They highlight an upcoming event in New Orleans where pediatric practice leaders will gather to discuss their field. Special guest and pediatrician, Brian Birch from Idaho, shares his concerns about the future of pediatrics and his efforts at the state level, including the establishment of a pediatric council to address changes in Medicaid payments. The episode delves into the implications of legislative changes, the role of pediatric councils in payer relations, and the challenges of maintaining a medical home. The conversation also touches on the importance of independent practices, sharing mistakes, and the value of community support through groups like SOPA. The episode ends with a look ahead to upcoming conferences and talks aimed at fostering leadership and best practices in pediatrics. 00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge 00:32 Preparing for the PMI Conference 00:51 Guest Introduction: Brian Birch 01:45 Challenges in Idaho's Medicaid Program 05:08 National Medicaid Concerns 10:36 The Role of Pediatric Councils 14:19 The Importance of Practice Management 18:01 Engaging Young Pediatricians 33:50 Upcoming Events and Conferences 39:14 Conclusion and Farewell Support the show 🔴 Subscribe for more Doctor stories like this: 🎧Apple and give us a 5-star review. Read more on the TPL Website SOCIAL Media Pages =============================== 📝 - Substack 🎧 - PODCAST 👥 - FACEBOOK 🐦 - TWITTER 📸 - Instagram ➡️ - Linkedin The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between. The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.