MAKING THE SHIFT: FROM CAR SALES TO MEDICAL BILLING COMPANY OWNER with JOSH FERTEL

Leaders in Medical Billing

In this inspiring episode of Leaders in Medical Billing, Chanie Gluck sits down with Josh Fertel, owner of J3RCM, to discuss his remarkable journey into the medical billing industry. Pivoting from 30-years in the car business to founding his own medical billing company at the age of 57, Josh shares how personal challenges and a passion for learning led him to his career change. This episode explores the importance of networking, the role of communication in business success, and the entrepreneurial mindset that drives Josh's success. Tune in to hear his story and gain valuable insights for your business!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction and Host's Background 00:00:32 - Guest Introduction: Josh Fertel 00:00:47 - Josh's Career Transition to Medical Billing 00:01:42 - Overcoming Health Challenges 00:02:23 - Learning Medical Billing During Recovery 00:03:02 - Starting J3RCM and Early Success 00:03:32 - Challenges and Unique Perspective in Medical Billing 00:04:20 - Networking and Client Acquisition 00:05:16 - Building a Knowledgeable Team 00:05:49 - First Major Project: Chronic Care Management 00:06:46 - Launching the Angry Biller Podcast 00:07:01 - Frustrations with Physicians' Business Knowledge 00:08:48 - Enjoyment and Purpose of Podcasting 00:09:47 - Communication as a Key Business Focus 00:11:09 - Managing a Remote Team 00:12:45 - Networking and Learning from Industry Leaders 00:13:05 - Host's Business Journey and Offshoring 00:16:01 - Growth and Networking Strategies 00:17:05 - Client Referrals and Specialties 00:18:22 - Software Preferences and Challenges 00:19:13 - Future Goals and Success Metrics 00:20:04 - Planning for the Future 00:20:20 - Contact Information and Closing Remarks