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…
Inside HFMA: HFMA’s Annual Conference keynotes focus on thinking differently about healthcare finance
The aim of HFMA’s Annual Conference, being held June 22-25 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, is to empower the healthcare finance community to be leaders in the advancement of affordable and sustainable healthcare. “This year’s Annual Conference offers members a wealth of learning opportunities,” said Rick Gundling, FHFMA, CMA, senior vice president of…
Marc Scher: Calling on all HFMA members to keep moving forward
In a year when my theme is Sempre Avanti (Always Forward), I now find myself looking back. It’s humbling for me to reflect on the ways I’ve personally been embraced by members and leaders at HFMA events across the country. It’s especially meaningful to know that the inspiration for this theme — the bravery and…
Jill Geisler: Do you have the personality of a leader?
Hello. I’m an ENFJ. I’m also a Parrot/Eagle. If you’ve taken various personality assessments, you know that those terms suggest I’m an empathetic, intuitive extrovert who’s imaginative, influential and inspirational.a Am I happy with that description? Sure. But does it mean I am a good leader? Maybe. Maybe not. That’s because you can’t predict someone’s…
6 steps for defining hospital finance to meet today’s pressures and patient needs
Finance functions do not typically make the list of innovations being pursued at hospitals and health systems. In fact, given the stereotype of finance teams having a laser focus on cutting costs and finance leaders being the “no” people, this function is at times perceived as a barrier to innovation. While finance teams must necessarily…
Robin Damschroder: Healthcare finance’s growth gives rise to new leadership roles
Over the years, the role of hospital CFOs has expanded profoundly. Back in 1946, when the HFMA was born as the American Association of Hospital Accountants, the highest titles for healthcare finance leaders were comptroller, controller or business manager.a Not so anymore. New titles have emerged with the increasing complexity of the finance function as…
How academic medical centers can foster greater alignment to advance strategic goals
The highly complex funds flow and diverse partnership structures of today’s academic medical centers (AMCs) make it difficult for leaders to align on important financial decisions. However, the evolution to value-based care and ongoing revenue challenges have inspired them to consider new approaches. As activity within AMCs continue to evolve, CFOs will play an important…
‘The responsibility is to work together’: HFMA’s Jordan, other healthcare leaders discuss how stakeholders are navigating turbulent times
With a new presidential administration bringing the potential for drastic changes and emotions about the industry running high, significant strain is on healthcare leaders. The best response is to search for opportunities to collaborate in the promotion of patient-centered policies, according to insights from a Jan. 24 conference hosted by the University of Miami’s Herbert…