Erika Grotto
About the Author
Erika Grotto is a podcaster with a passion for finding the human stories behind the numbers. A former newspaper reporter, Erika has worked at HFMA since 2015, leading podcasting efforts since 2018. HFMA’s podcast “Voices in Healthcare Finance” has won numerous awards under her direction, including a best-in-show in the AM&P Network's EXCEL Awards in 2023 and numerous national awards from the American Society of Business Publication Editors.
Latest Work
As RFK Jr. prepares to take on HHS, where is he likely to have the greatest impact?
The Senate will vote this week on whether Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. will be confirmed as secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services. Nick Hut discusses what he plans to do in the role and where he’s likely to have the greatest influence on the industry.
Healthcare developments in a second Trump term
Nick Hut and Shawn Stack discuss early developments in healthcare policy now that Donald Trump has taken office for a second time.
Real-world solutions in primary care
Zeev Neuwirth, MD discusses the challenges in primary care and potential strategies to address them.
Healthcare industry predictions for 2025
HFMA Senior Editors Nick Hut and Rich Daly discuss what's likely to come in 2025 with regard to healthcare policy.
How gun violence affects the mental, behavioral and physical health of communities
Dr. Daniel Semenza of the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center discusses the ripple effects of gun violence. HFMA's Nick Hut and Shawn Stack talk about the appointments of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Mehmet Oz.
Better mental health access won’t end gun violence. Here’s where it can help.
Dr. Daniel Semenza, director of interpersonal violence research at the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center at Rutgers University, discusses the intersection of public health and gun violence and reveals what society gets wrong in its discussion of the subject.
Election preview, a new Medicare appeals process and the two-midnight rule
Senior Editor Nick Hut and HFMA Policy Director Shawn Stack discuss the latest in healthcare finance news including pre-election thoughts, a new Medicare appeals process and application of the two-midnight rule.
The invisible costs of cancer treatment
Dr. Kamal Golla is back on the podcast this week discussing the financial considerations for patients and their care team after a cancer diagnosis.
Tribal health challenges provide lessons for healthcare organizations
Laura Osborne and John Reeves discuss the unique challenges of tribal health and what other healthcare organizations can learn from their experiences.
Scrutiny in the Steward Health Care scandal
Nick Hut and Shawn Stack discuss the continuing bankruptcy proceedings of Steward Health Care and refusal of system CEO Ralph de la Torre to testify before the Senate.