The MA-RI HFMA Chapter honored five long-term volunteers with Lifetime Membership at the annual awards dinner in May. These five volunteers, Robert Ellertsen, FHFMA, Kathleen Maher, Gerry O’Neill, FHFMA, Thomas Pearson, FHFHMA, and Thomas Zubricki, have devoted countless hours to helping our chapter succeed. This is the third in a series of blog posts spotlighting our newest Lifetime… Read More »
Accounting and Regulatory Technical Update: Evolving Strategy in a Dynamic Healthcare Environment On Friday, October 19th, spend the day at the Doubletree by Hilton in Westborough engaging in an interactive learning experience. Network with colleagues, ask your questions to experienced panelists on Cybersecurity and Evolving Healthcare Strategy, and learn the latest on tax reform and accounting and financial… Read More »
The following members recently joined. We welcome you to the Chapter and encourage you to take advantage of the many professional development, networking and information resources available to you at HFMA. Other HFMA members are a terrific resource for your everyday professional challenges – we encourage all members, current and new, to get involved with HFMA committees and… Read More »
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Chapter’s 19 committee chairs below for their continued work to keep the HFMA Massachusetts-Rhode Island Chapter relevant, thriving, and fun. I encourage you to join our volunteer team. Active participation is a great way to build knowledge and skills while at the same time developing valuable relationships. And… Read More »
The Advisory Board found that 89 percent of patients want to know their medical costs before receiving care. And that percentage is only expected to grow as healthcare becomes more consumer-centric—and as the financial burden continues to shift to patients through mechanisms like high-deductible health plans or self-funded employer plans. While demand for more information increases, many providers… Read More »
Did you recently get an email from HFMA about a survey? HFMA national is seeking member feedback about how to best support you. If you received a request to complete the survey, please take a few minutes and provide your input on how HFMA can best support you. They are looking for feedback on your professional needs in order to provide… Read More »
As health systems face already-tightening operating margins, additional reductions in reimbursement, and the competing demand for an increasing focus on the patient experience, health systems are looking to control risks and maintain financial stability. Revenue Integrity programs, the conduits through which clinical departments and their revenue cycle colleagues promote integration to improve charge capture[1] and reduce revenue leakage[2],… Read More »
Do you need a refresher in healthcare finance? Have you recently transitioned roles and could use an overview of the healthcare landscape? Do you have a new member of your team who would benefit from additional training? Join HFMA at the New to Healthcare seminar on Friday, September 21, 2018. The course will take place at Suffolk Law… Read More »
With back to school season in full swing, have you considered hitting the books yourself to obtain certification as a Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP)? We’re pleased to announce that HFMA has recently lowered the price for the Business of Health Care program (Module I for certification), as well as for certain specialist certifications. Updated pricing is below. If you’re interested… Read More »
This year’s Accounting & Regulatory Update brings together a variety of healthcare professionals to offer their perspectives on the shifting American healthcare landscape, including industry consolidation, enhanced use of digital technology and evolving reimbursement and regulatory developments, and what it portends for healthcare providers and payers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. This seminar will also explore the growth… Read More »
