Ken Perez: The NIH research grant cuts — their magnitude, impact and the road ahead
Moves by the Trump administration to reduce HHS’s discretionary budget by 26.2% could have unintended adverse consequences. They not only could undermine the nation’s standing in the field of medical research, but also could derail progress in human health advances, promising medical findings and public health preparedness. Cuts to discretionary spending by the National Institutes…
How to empower revenue cycle employees to solve problems: a case study of Mass General Brigham
In traditional revenue cycle structures, managers move up the hierarchy because they are good at getting work done and solving problems. However, a successful continuous improvement culture needs not only effective managers but also empowered front-line staff who can share their insights and expertise. With this premise in mind, leaders at Mass General Brigham (MGB)…
Jill Geisler: Why DOGE’s firing fiascos can create trickle-down distrust
We work hard to create atmospheres where people enjoy coming to work, get feedback that matters, deliver results — and trust their leaders. Trust matters. It’s tough to earn and easy to lose. All it takes is a few bad decisions. That’s why I’ve been appalled at the treatment of federal employees during the DOGE rampages.…
Kiran Batheja: Dynamic leaders never stop reaching higher
Leadership is not about waiting for the perfect opportunity to present itself. Leadership is about jumping in with purpose, stepping up with passion, maximizing the ability to gain knowledge and having the confidence and determination to make a difference. That’s one reason why I’ve chosen “Lead Now” as my theme as HFMA Chair. Now more…
News Briefs: Dr. Oz describes a reimagined healthcare ecosystem at HFMA event
A rapid acceleration of digital healthcare applications will be central to the looming transformation of the U.S. healthcare system, according to Mehmet Oz, MD, administrator of CMS. Oz spoke at the annual Not-for Profit Healthcare Investor Conference, sponsored by HFMA, Barclays and the American Hospital Association. He sought to explain why sweeping, systemic changes are…
Region 5 chapters surpass student scholarship goal
Four chapters in HFMA’s Region 5 — Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama — awarded a combined total of 100 scholarships as of early March, following the launch of HFMA’s nationwide student scholarship program in June 2024. Regional executives Bridget Cutchen, associate director, cash applications, with Emory Health in Atlanta, and Candi Powers, chief revenue officer…
HFMA leaders take on new roles in client services, technology and revenue cycle
Three HFMA members — a former Chair of HFMA’s Board, a current HFMA Board member and a current chapter president — have each moved into new healthcare finance positions. Tammie Jackson is serving as chief commercial officer at Knowtion Health Tammie Jackson, FHFMA, MHA, a former Chair of HFMA’s Board, accepted the position as chief…
Incoming HFMA Chair: Healthcare has no option to stand still
HFMA incoming Chair Kiran Batheja, FHFMA, will lean into his revenue cycle background and encourage members to be mission-driven leaders for patients in this tumultuous time. The story of how he became an influential leader in healthcare finance is a testament to his own resolve and sense of purpose — and to his belief that…
An ode to HFMA, home to the voices of experience
June 2025, and another Annual Conference is being held, this year in Denver. It started in 1949 at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, with the Hospital Accounting Clinic and Workshop. Then, over the years, as it gradually expanded, it found a home in new distinguished settings, including the University of Chicago, Ohio State University and…
How Revco Solutions maximizes cash recoveries and improves the patient financial experience
Learn how one company optimizes revenue recovery through proactive denial prevention, clean claims strategies and intelligent automation — ensuring faster, more accurate reimbursement.