In this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Margaret Moore, also known as Coach Meg, the CEO of Wellcoaches. They discuss Coach Meg's extensive efforts advocating for Medicare reimbursement for health coaching services. They delve into the history and current progress of obtaining recognition and reimbursement for health coaches, the strategic partnership with the medical community, and the role of health coaching in chronic disease management. They also talk about the potential inclusion of health and wellness coaching in the Physician Fee Schedule as well as the importance of coaches being part of the healthcare team. Tune in to learn about the pivotal moment for the health coaching profession and the exciting steps ahead. Follow Coach Meg on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachmeg/.

00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast

00:20 Meet Coach Meg: Advocate for Health Coach Rights

01:15 The Journey of Health Coaching Advocacy

03:19 Current Efforts and Government Involvement

05:34 The Importance of Coaching in Healthcare

14:40 Challenges and Misconceptions in Health Coaching

27:32 The Future of Health Coaching and AI

30:36 Conclusion and Contact Information

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