The Advocacy Podcast

Kristin Rastatter
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The Advocacy Podcast explores the policies and regulations shaping Urgent Care. Hosted by Kristin Rastatter, Director of Advocacy at the Urgent Care Association, this podcast breaks down complex topics, like payment reform and healthcare access, into engaging, actionable conversations. Featuring expert guests and Urgent Care leaders, each episode highlights why these issues matter and how you can make an impact. Follow along and join the conversation to amplify the voice of Urgent Care.

Episodes

  1. JAN 20

    Navigating the Patchwork: Advocacy for Limited Scope X-Ray

    Some states offer a clear path for limited X-ray licensure, while others make it nearly impossible, creating a difficult environment for Urgent Care operators trying to solve staffing shortages. Chris Nugent, Director of Radiology at PM Pediatric Care, joins the podcast to highlight this complex regulatory landscape.  As a staunch advocate alongside UCA and NERUCA, Chris discusses the fight for new legislation and the wins we are starting to see in various states. We explore the reality of the state-by-state regulatory patchwork, the misconceptions patients and clinicians often hold about limited scope services, and what the future holds for X-Ray in Urgent Care

    30 min

  2. 12/08/2025

    Bite-Sized Advocacy - Year End Wrap Up

    A new Bite-Sized Advocacy Podcast episode is here to close out the year. It’s a quick thank-you to everyone who helped move the work forward in 2025 and a look at what we’re gearing up for in 2026.  Hopefully this episode leaves you feeling fired up about where Urgent Care is headed so give it a listen when you need a quick reset or a reminder of why this work matters. 2026 isn’t going to know what hit it…

    6 min

  3. 10/14/2025

    Bite Sized Advocacy- Making Advocacy Personal

    In this bite-sized episode, Kristin breaks down why people may forget what you said but will always remember how you made them feel. She connects it to the real-world impact of inviting lawmakers to your Urgent Care centers and shows how emotional connection can turn a meeting into meaningful policy momentum.

    6 min

  4. 08/18/2025

    From Advocacy to Action

    This episode, I got to sit down with our brand-new CEO Steve Sellars, plus Eric Zimmerman and Amy Kelbick from McDermott+ to talk about a huge step forward for our advocacy efforts: CMS has officially included us in the latest Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule. 🎉   We dig into what this means, why it’s a massive leap forward for our advocacy work, and, most importantly, how you can help keep the momentum rolling. Think of it as a fast, punchy crash course on a game-changing moment… with just enough humor to make policy talk surprisingly fun.

    28 min

  5. 07/07/2025

    Advocacy, Anthems & April

    In S1:E2 of The Advocacy Podcast, host Kristin Rastatter is joined by the unstoppable April Gillam from Solv to talk all things federal advocacy. We kick things off by picking our personal advocacy theme songs (yes, it’s as fun as it sounds), then dive into what’s happening on the federal front and how you can make a difference without needing a PhD in policy. April also shares her favorite tips, tricks, and little hacks to keep advocacy effective, impactful, and (believe it or not) fun.

    36 min

  6. 06/09/2025

    UCA Federal Advocacy: Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going and Why It Matters

    Host Kristin Rastatter kicks off The Advocacy Podcast with guests Gerry Cvitanovich and Selena Gurley. They share some laughs and dive into key topics like federal payment reform, what's been done, what's next, and how you can get involved. A quick, insightful listen for anyone passionate about Urgent Care Advocacy.

    33 min
  • 6 Episodes

About

The Advocacy Podcast explores the policies and regulations shaping Urgent Care. Hosted by Kristin Rastatter, Director of Advocacy at the Urgent Care Association, this podcast breaks down complex topics, like payment reform and healthcare access, into engaging, actionable conversations. Featuring expert guests and Urgent Care leaders, each episode highlights why these issues matter and how you can make an impact. Follow along and join the conversation to amplify the voice of Urgent Care.

Information

  • Creator
    Kristin Rastatter
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Advocacy Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Advocacy Podcast