The PA Is In | Tracy Bingaman | Physician Assistant/Physician Associate/PA-C/PA-S/PA Student

Tracy Bingaman, PA-C | The Money PA | Physician Assistant | Physician Associate
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We are redefining success as a Physician Associate & answering your questions: How do I find work-life balance as a PA? How can I increase my income as a Physician Assistant? Am I ready to change specialities? How can I chart less? How do I land a raise? Is a career in medicine sustainable for me? Can I keep working in a healthcare system that doesn't value me? Helping clinicians to create better balance in their lives, cultivate career sustainability, you'll learn how to earn more money, increase your energy, take back your time and build a life where you love. PA podcast PA-C PA-S

  1. 3D AGO

    350: [WORK] How to Prepare for a Possible Lawsuit

    “It’s not if you get sued; it’s when.” That’s what one of my preceptors told me when I was in PA school. I was floored. Now that I’ve been practicing as a PA for over a decade, I’ve seen colleagues be named in lawsuits and better understand the liabilities I face in my job.  This is why it’s imperative for PAs to have medical malpractice insurance. As the PA profession is modernizing, PAs have more exposure to patients, which is excellent to be able to care for more people but also opens up a greater possibility of being sued.  My guest today is Will Sullivan, the executive vice president of CM&F group, a leading malpractice insurance company that has been serving PAs and other healthcare professionals for decades. In today’s episode, Will explains the nuances of different types of malpractice policies and how your premium can be determined. We also discuss whether or not you can rely solely on your employer-sponsored malpractice policy or whether you should purchase your own.  As Will says in today’s episode, your license is your biggest asset as a healthcare provider. Learn how you can best protect it.  SPONSORS 🏆 CM&F GROUP: www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fi COACHING 🎓 THE PART-TIME PATHWAY ⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com/pathway ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠   ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate ⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST 👍 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

    36 min

  2. NOV 6

    349: [WORK] I Didn’t Know I Could Ask For That: Creative Ways to Negotiate Beyond Salary

    Think negotiation is just about salary? Think again.In this episode, Tracy shares real-world examples of creative things clinicians have successfully negotiated — from travel stipends and flex days to protected charting time and customized schedules. You’ll learn how to think outside the paycheck, advocate for your quality of life, and finally stop waiting for permission to ask for what you need. By the end, you’ll know: ✅ What’s possible to ask for (and how to do it) ✅ How to frame your negotiation so it benefits you and your employer ✅ Why “no” isn’t failure — it’s data Action Step:Write down three things — beyond pay — that would make your job more sustainable, fulfilling, or flexible. Download the PA Negotiation Roadmap: tracybingaman.com/roadmapThis free guide walks you step-by-step through your next negotiation. Because once you realize what’s possible… you’ll never go back to settling for less. SPONSORS CM&F INSURANCE  www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn  ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING⁠ ⁠https://www.advancedpracticeplanning.com/⁠  CONNECT  ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠⁠  ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com⁠⁠ 🎁 Bonus Freebie: Grab your free guide with 48 healthcare-specific side hustle ideas at 👉⁠ ⁠⁠tracybingaman.com/gig⁠ Keywords: PA salary negotiation, physician associate compensation, healthcare negotiation tips, creative compensation packages, work-life balance for PAs, clinician burnout prevention, part-time PA jobs, negotiation roadmap, non-monetary benefits, flexible scheduling for PAs

    25 min

  3. OCT 30

    348: [MONEY] Back to Basics: All Your Personal Finance Questions Answered

    This is the final episode in our Back to Basics Money series. We’re wrapping up the series with a Q&A covering the top questions sent in by listeners.  Thank you for joining us in this Back to Basics series. Feel free to go back and relisten to any episodes that you want to dig a little deeper into or that might pertain to a new stage of life you’re in.  If you have any more questions beyond the ones we discuss in this episode, please reach out to us at themoneypa [@] gmail.com. If you have any other money topics you’d like us to cover in the future, let us know those, too! Sarah is a personal finance nerd who learned about finances and investing from an early age from her father and grandfather, who both spent their careers in the corporate finance world. As an adult, Sarah immersed herself in the personal finance and FIRE spheres, learning from top experts. Sarah is my personal go-to for all financial questions, and she’s here to share her knowledge with all of you! SPONSORS 🏆 ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fi CONNECT WITH SARAH 👫 Email: sjmvirtualsolutions@gmail.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-miller-pa-va/ RESOURCES 📚 Previous episodes in Back to Basics Money Series:  283: Back to Basics: Meet Sarah 287: Back to Basics: What Actually IS Investing? 290: Back to Basics: Traditional versus Roth - What’s the Difference? 293: Back to Basics: The Best Investments for Long-Term Success 296: Back to Basics: How Much Money Do I Need to Retire? 311: Back to Basics: Short-, Medium-, and Long-Term Savings Goals 335: Back to Basics: Investing for Your Kids 339: Back to Basics: How to Protect Your Wealth 341: Back to Basics: Do You Really Need a Financial Advisor? COACHING 🎓 THE PART-TIME PATHWAY ⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com/pathway ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠   ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST 👍 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

    28 min

  4. OCT 23

    347: [MONEY] Don’t Rely on One Paycheck: Ways to Diversify Your Income in Medicine

    Feeling like your paycheck is your only safety net? It’s time to change that. In this episode, Tracy Bingaman—PA, career coach, and your go-to brainstorming buddy—shares practical and creative ways to diversify your income as a clinician. From investing beyond retirement to medical surveys, teaching, consulting, and creative work like medical writing or coaching PA applicants, Tracy walks you through both active and passive income ideas that can help you build security and freedom. 💡 You’ll learn: Why diversification matters (and how millionaires do it) The difference between active and passive income Easy entry points for clinicians looking to start small Creative ways to leverage your medical expertise Flexible clinical options that fund your bigger goals 🎧 Plus: Tracy shares insights from real clinicians and offers a free resource packed with 48 specific ideas to help you get started. Keywords: clinician side hustles, diversify clinician income, passive income ideas for PAs, active vs passive income, medical survey companies Sermo ZoomRx InCrowd, PA preceptor stipend, healthcare consulting, medical writing CME, investing beyond 401k, physician associate side gig guide, multiple streams of income for clinicians, financial independence for PAs, how to earn extra as a PA, PA part-time income ideas, Tracy Bingaman PA podcast, The PA Is In side gig ideasSPONSORS CM&F INSURANCE  www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn  ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING⁠ ⁠https://www.advancedpracticeplanning.com/⁠  CONNECT  ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠⁠  ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com⁠⁠ 🎁 Bonus Freebie: Grab your free guide with 48 healthcare-specific side hustle ideas at 👉⁠ ⁠⁠tracybingaman.com/gig⁠

    15 min

  5. OCT 16

    346: [CME] Expertly Discuss Obesity and Nutrition with Patients

    There is so much noise today when it comes to nutrition. How do we know which voices to listen to? How do we know what is truly evidence-based versus bogus fads? And most importantly, how do we address nutrition with patients? Do you know what to say when a patient asks you which diet is better - carnivore or paleo? How do you support a patient in their weight loss goals with appropriate language that encourages and educates, not demeans and defeats? My dear friend Colleen Sloan is back on the podcast today to answer all these questions and more. Colleen is a Registered Dietician turned Pediatric PA who recently launched the Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course. Her course is designed for clinicians and dieticians who treat obesity in patients of any age.  The course is an all inclusive, comprehensive nutrition program that includes 13 self-paced modules taught by Colleen and 11 industry-leading experts. The course also includes a Resource Vault and online community. In addition to receiving a clear roadmap on how to successfully discuss and treat obesity, you also earn 10.5 CME credits! Tune into today’s episode to learn more about the Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course as well as actionable tips you can use in clinic today when discussing obesity and nutrition with your patients.  Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course (use code TRACY10 for 10% off): https://www.examroomnutrition.com/a/2148137603/dcrdFWdo SPONSORS 🏆 ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fi CONNECT WITH COLLEEN 👫 Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course (use code TRACY10 for 10% off): https://www.examroomnutrition.com/a/2148137603/dcrdFWdo Podcast: Exam Room Nutrition Podcast  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/examroomnutrition LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/examroomnutrition Website https://www.examroomnutrition.com COACHING 🎓 THE PART-TIME PATHWAY ⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com/pathway ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠   ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate ⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST 👍 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

    40 min

  6. OCT 9

    345: [CME] Sharpen Your Imaging Skills with Guardian Lite CME

    Have you ever opened a CT scan, MRI, or X-ray… and felt that wave of uh-oh? That moment of self-doubt when you’re not 100% sure what you’re looking at? You’re not alone—and today’s episode is for you. In this episode, Tracy introduces you to Guardian Lite, an interactive, case-based CME platform that helps clinicians build real imaging confidence. Whether you’re a new grad or stepping into a new specialty, Guardian Lite helps you see it, know it, and catch it before it matters most in real life. Here’s what you’ll learn: 🎯 How Guardian Lite makes imaging approachable, interactive, and actually fun 🧠 Why toggling CT, MRI, and ultrasound findings builds diagnostic confidence 🩻 The benefits of reviewing real-world imaging cases with context and teaching points 💡 How to earn CME while sharpening your clinical skills 💻 A behind-the-scenes look at what makes Guardian Lite different from other CME platforms Whether you’re brushing up on your imaging skills or want to feel more confident interpreting studies on shift, Guardian Lite helps you learn smarter—not harder. 👉 Start now at zauronlabs.com/guardianlite and use code TRACY10 for 10% off your subscription. ✅ Real imaging impressions and key takeaways ✅ One-click CME certificates ✅ Weekly new cases delivered straight to your inbox ✅ Interactive learning through real patient cases ✅ A powerful way to close your knowledge gaps with confidence A PA, NP, or clinician who wants to feel confident reading imaging A new grad stepping into a specialty where imaging is key Someone who loves CME that’s actually useful and clinically relevant 👉 zauronlabs.com/guardianlite Use code TRACY10 for 10% off Guardian Lite CME ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING⁠ ⁠https://www.advancedpracticeplanning.com/⁠  CONNECT  ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠⁠  ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com⁠⁠ 💥 Episode Highlights🎧 Listen If You’re…📣 Resources Mentioned🎁 Bonus Freebie: Grab your free guide with 48 healthcare-specific side hustle ideas at 👉⁠ ⁠⁠tracybingaman.com/gig⁠  Keywords Guardian Lite CME, CME imaging, case-based CME, PA CME credit, medical imaging CME, MRI CME, CT CME, ultrasound CME, radiology confidence, clinician learning, Zauron Labs, TRACY10 discount, PA education, medical learning tools

    17 min

  7. OCT 2

    344: [UNICORN] Empowering PAs to Step into Non-Clinical Careers

    So many PAs reach out to me asking about how to transition from a clinical career to non-clinical. There are lots of options and pathways out there, and today I’m excited to have my dear friend, Courtney Titus, share her story of creating her own non-clinical career.  Courtney is a Pediatric ER PA turned Director of a Pediatric Clinical Pathways program that she built herself! Tune into today’s episode as Courtney shares the nitty gritty on how she created a non-clinical career. She keeps it real by sharing both the good and the bad of building her current role. Stay tuned to the end of the episode where Courtney shares actionable tips on how other PAs can also move into non-clinical careers.  My biggest takeaway from today’s conversation with Courtney - follow the path of joy. What brings you joy and fulfillment, both personally and professionally? Get crystal clear on that vision and then you can create your own pathway to achieve that joy. SPONSORS 🏆 SIDE GIG GUIDE: https://www.tracybingaman.com/gig ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fi CONNECT WITH COURTNEY 👫 Website: EmpoweredPAs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredpas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-titus COACHING 🎓 THE PART-TIME PATHWAY ⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com/pathway ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠   ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate ⁠ CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝 ⁠LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠ ⁠INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠ WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST 👍 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

    52 min

  8. SEP 25

    343: [WORK] Golden Handcuffs in Healthcare: How to Break Free Without Losing It All

    In this episode we cover the sneaky phenomenon of golden handcuffs in healthcare—those perks, paychecks, and benefits that look incredible on paper but can leave you feeling stuck in a job that no longer serves you. Whether it’s a schedule you fought hard for, the lure of student loan forgiveness, or the prestige of working at a big-name institution, these “benefits” can sometimes act more like shackles than steppingstones. Tracy breaks down: What golden handcuffs are and how they show up in medicine. How to assess your situation—mild, moderate, or severe. The sustainability question: is it worth staying for loan forgiveness, or is the cost too high? Practical strategies to pad your safety net, identify what you truly value, and start building an escape plan. Real-life inspiration from clinicians who’ve made bold pivots toward more fulfilling careers. If you’ve ever felt trapped by the very perks that were supposed to keep you happy, this episode is for you. 👉 Tune in and learn how to spot the shiny shackles, assess their hold, and start moving toward a career that feels like freedom. Keywords: golden handcuffs healthcare, PA career advice, breaking free from golden handcuffs, student loan forgiveness PA, healthcare career sustainability, toxic work culture medicine, physician associate negotiation tips, PA burnout solutions, healthcare perks vs. traps, prestige in medicine careers, PA schedule benefits, PA salary trade-offs, healthcare provider career pivot, recognizing burnout in clinicians, thriving in medicine

    27 min
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We are redefining success as a Physician Associate & answering your questions: How do I find work-life balance as a PA? How can I increase my income as a Physician Assistant? Am I ready to change specialities? How can I chart less? How do I land a raise? Is a career in medicine sustainable for me? Can I keep working in a healthcare system that doesn't value me? Helping clinicians to create better balance in their lives, cultivate career sustainability, you'll learn how to earn more money, increase your energy, take back your time and build a life where you love. PA podcast PA-C PA-S

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