Gunnison, Colorado, United States
On site CFO for Beartooth Billings Clinic and Hospital in Red Lodge, MT and also for Stillwater Billings Clinic and Hospital in Columbus, MT. Supporting Financial management for both hospitals, as representative for Billings Clinic. Working closely with Administration, respective Boards, Department Directors and staff to ensure financial strength, growth opportunities and integration with Billings Clinic.
A tactical move to further enhance my analytical skills as well as a renewed focus on the integrity of hospital revenues with particular emphasis on the challenges facing healthcare providers as a result of healthcare reform. Developed and implemented an updated Compliance Plan and Policy, Code of Conduct, Gift Policy and Contract Policy. Developing a new Internal Audit Plan; In-house advice for Financial and Business operational topics; Worked with staff and consultants to develop the Physician Group Practice Central Business Office and Financial management; Charge Data Master; Physician employment Compensation Models, Policies and Procedures. I bring the Compliance perspective to the organization and to committees that are actively engaged in operational performance improvement (Utilization Review, Transition management) including applicability of Medicare regulation updates. Active management of compliance audits for newly acquired Physician practices and developing programs. Director of Managed Care - coordinate all contract communication with Carriers and State Medicaid office, including analysis and contract negotiation. Review all Hospital Contracts for any Compliance related matters. We developed new Research Policy and Program, including relationship with IRB’s and internal documents to facilitate regulatory compliance.