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 »
A weather-delayed start couldn’t keep HFMA MA-RI Chapter members from having a great day at Granite Links on Monday, August 13. The annual Chapter golf outing got underway two hours late with a shotgun start, but attendees embraced the challenge of low-visibility golf and enjoyed a day out on the course. New this year, chapter members not ready… Read More »
The Massachusetts-Rhode Island Chapter will be hosting its annual New to Healthcare Seminar on Friday, September 21, 2018 at Suffolk Law School. Join us for a great day of healthcare finance basics from leaders in the industry. The day’s topics include: Fundamentals of Healthcare Finance and Reporting (Erik Lynch, BDO USA LLP) Law, Compliance and Regulations (Timothy Hogan,… Read More »
A resume is a critical career tool. If you haven’t dusted yours off in a while, it pays to invest some time in updating it, especially when you aren’t in a crunch to bring it up to date. If you have a current resume in your files, congratulations! But don’t ignore it. Have a look at it periodically… Read More »
On Monday, August 13, 2018, the MA-RI Chapter of HFMA will host its Annual Summer Event at Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy, MA. This year we have expanded the event to include golfing lessons. This is a great opportunity to improve your skills or learn the game. Sign up for a spot here. The scramble tournament begins with a shotgun… 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 social… Read More »
