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Becker's CFO + Revenue Cycle Podcast
by Becker's Healthcare
Becker's CFO + Revenue Cycle Podcast features conversations with finance experts from the healthcare industry. Tune in for finance leaders' insights on key trends and action items to drive meaningful change in hospitals, health systems, and more.
Episodes
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Ankit Rohatgi, MD, MBA, FACP, CPE, Vice President of Physician Advisory and Utilization Management at University of Cincinnati Health
In this episode, Ankit Rohatgi, MD, MBA, FACP, CPE, Vice President of Physician Advisory and Utilization Management at University of Cincinnati Health, joins the podcast to discuss simplifying workflows and reducing friction for staff across healthcare operations. He also shares insights on…
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Ankit Rohatgi, MD, MBA, FACP, CPE, Vice President of Physician Advisory and Utilization Management at University of Cincinnati Health
In this episode, Ankit Rohatgi, MD, MBA, FACP, CPE, Vice President of Physician Advisory and Utilization Management at University of Cincinnati Health, joins the podcast to discuss simplifying workflows and reducing friction for staff across healthcare operations. He also shares insights on…
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Nick Barcellona, Chief Financial Officer at West Virginia University Health System
In this episode, Nick Barcellona, Chief Financial Officer at West Virginia University Health System, joins the podcast to discuss creating a seamless experience for patients and identifying opportunities for growth across the health system. He also shares insights on balancing operational...
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Tenisha Grimmer, MBA, CPA, PHR, Chief Financial Officer at Access Community Health Centers
In this episode, Tenisha Grimmer, MBA, CPA, PHR, Chief Financial Officer at Access Community Health Centers, joins the podcast to discuss removing barriers to care and building a positive workplace culture through intentional communication. She also shares insights on navigating Medicaid changes...
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Miguel "Mike" Vigo IV, MBA, Chief Revenue Cycle Officer, UC San Diego Health
In this episode, Miguel "Mike" Vigo IV, MBA, Chief Revenue Cycle Officer, UC San Diego Health, discusses reducing controllable loss, strengthening revenue cycle fundamentals, addressing revenue leakage, and preparing for AI and automation. He also shares how UC San Diego Health is improving…
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Deborah Greer, MD, System Lead for Advanced Appeals and Settlements, Denials Management and Prevention at CommonSpirit Health
In this episode, Deborah Greer, MD, System Lead for Advanced Appeals and Settlements, Denials Management and Prevention at CommonSpirit Health, joins the podcast to discuss her 2026 priorities of consistency and capacity in healthcare operations. She also shares insights on the need for greater...
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Miguel "Mike" Vigo IV, MBA, Chief Revenue Cycle Officer at UC San Diego Health
In this episode, Miguel "Mike" Vigo IV, MBA, Chief Revenue Cycle Officer at UC San Diego Health, joins the podcast to discuss the impact of health benefits expenses and the goals and initiatives shaping revenue cycle operations. He also shares insights on how patient demand remains a primary…
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Greg Damron, Chief Financial Officer and Interim School of Medicine Executive Director of Finance at University of Missouri Health Care
In this episode, Greg Damron, Chief Financial Officer and Interim School of Medicine Executive Director of Finance at University of Missouri Health Care, joins the podcast to discuss rebuilding trust with patients and addressing the growing affordability crisis in healthcare. He also shares...
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Thomasina Wilkins, Chief Revenue Officer at Sinai Chicago
In this episode, Thomasina Wilkins, Chief Revenue Officer at Sinai Chicago, joins the podcast to discuss mission-driven care and the importance of improving the patient experience. She also shares insights on strategies for excellence in care and how organizations can strengthen their approach to...
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Austin Jones, CPA, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at NKC Health
In this episode, Austin Jones, CPA, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at NKC Health, joins the podcast to discuss balancing investment in physicians with the financial priorities of a healthcare organization. He also shares insights on pharmacy benefit management and strategies…
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Jon Alford, CFO of UW Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Washington
In this episode, Jon Alford, CFO of UW Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Washington, joins the podcast to discuss “Project Refuel” and the importance of customization in healthcare operations. He also shares insights on driving sustainability and developing...
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Sarah McGoldrick, Executive Director of Finance at Singing River Health System
In this episode, Sarah McGoldrick, Executive Director of Finance at Singing River Health System, joins the podcast to discuss evolving payer changes and their impact on the revenue cycle. She also shares insights on opportunities for growth and the introduction of GLP-1 medications and their...
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How Data Is Reshaping Physician Practice Operations
In this episode, Patrick Seiler, CFO, Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance, and Seth Pfaltzgraff, Healthcare Client Director, Macedon Technologies, discuss using data, automation and AI to improve physician practice operations, revenue cycle performance and financial outcomes. This episode is...
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Courtney McNamee on Modernizing Revenue Cycle and Improving the Patient Financial Experience
In this episode, Courtney McNamee, Director, Revenue Cycle and Reimbursement, Altru Health System, discusses building a more proactive, patient-centered and data-driven revenue cycle while responding to payer pressure, reimbursement changes and the growing role of AI and automation. She also…
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Austin Willuweit on Rural Health Finance, Growth and AI
In this episode, Austin Willuweit, CFO, Monument Health, discusses managing rising Medicare payer mix, tightening margins and disciplined capital allocation while continuing to grow and expand services in rural healthcare. He also shares lessons from integrating Rapid City Medical Center and how...
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Sheila Augustine on AI, Denials and the Future of Revenue Cycle
In this episode, Sheila Augustine, Director, Revenue Cycle, Nebraska Medicine, discusses how AI is helping identify missing charges, automate charge reconciliation and improve revenue cycle workflows while keeping staff engaged in the transformation. She also explores payer denials, Medicaid...
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Tami McMasters on AI, Workforce Strategy and the Future of Revenue Cycle at UC Davis Health
In this episode, Tami McMasters Gomez, Executive Director, Mid-Revenue Cycle, UC Davis Medical Center, discusses leveraging AI and automation to address workforce shortages, strengthen coding and documentation, and improve financial integrity. She also shares her approach to AI governance…
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Stacey Benson on Using AI and Analytics to Strengthen Revenue Cycle Operations
In this episode, Stacey Benson, Director, Revenue Cycle Operations, Houston Methodist Physician Organization, discusses using AI, analytics and workflow technology to improve revenue cycle efficiency, address payer downcoding and denials, and support team performance. She also shares how Houston...
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Shannon Cameron on AI, Analytics and the Future of Revenue Cycle Leadership
In this episode, Shannon Cameron, MBA, MHIIM, CPC, Chief Operating Officer, Anesthesia Financial Solutions, LLC, discusses how AI, automation and advanced analytics are reshaping revenue cycle operations, from denials and prior authorization to reimbursement and payment accuracy. She also shares...
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Carlos Bohorquez on UC San Diego Health’s Growth Strategy and Financial Priorities
In this episode, Carlos Bohorquez, CFO, UC San Diego Health, discusses the system’s growth strategy, its Joint Powers Authority with Palomar Health and the financial challenges facing health systems, including HR1, 340B and potential site-neutral payments. He also shares how UC San Diego Health…
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Christopher E. Smith on Pediatric Growth, Financial Sustainability and Physician Workforce
In this episode, Christopher E. Smith, EMBA, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Director, UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, discusses strengthening pediatric access, managing reimbursement and workforce pressures, and using data to align clinical resources with...
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Strengthening Revenue Cycle Strategy and Patient Financial Experience with Karen Brown
In this episode, Karen Brown, Revenue Cycle Director of Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center, discusses revenue cycle optimization, Epic implementation, reimbursement pressures and preparing for changes affecting rural hospitals. She also shares strategies for improving patient financial...
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AI, Rural Healthcare and the Future of Health System Growth with Doug Arvin
In this episode, Doug Arvin, CPA, MBA, Chief Financial Officer, Essentia Health West, discusses AI's growing impact on healthcare finance, physician partnerships and the challenges and opportunities facing rural healthcare. He also shares his perspective on innovation, value-based care, workforce...
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AI Investments That Improve Physician Experience, Revenue and Margins with Mike Lewis
In this episode, Mike Lewis, CFO, Onvida Medical Group, discusses how his organization is measuring the financial and clinical impact of AI, including a 14% increase in patient-facing time, 35% documentation time savings and improved revenue yield. He also shares strategies for improving revenue...
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Building Financial Strength Through Growth and Stewardship with Austin Jones
In this episode, Austin Jones, SVP and CFO of NKC Health, discusses how the health system has driven organic growth while navigating workforce shortages, reimbursement pressures, and revenue cycle challenges. He also shares why culture, strategic leadership, and a strong focus on stewardship are...
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Leading Healthcare Through Innovation with Chibueze Okey Agba
In this episode, Chibueze Okey Agba, Executive Vice President and CFO, Hartford HealthCare, discusses how AI, consumer-focused care, and strategic partnerships are transforming healthcare delivery, while sharing why today's CFOs must be multidimensional leaders who drive innovation, operations…
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Revenue Cycle Innovation, AI and the Evolving Role of the CFO with Jeff Francis
In this episode, Jeff Francis, CFO, Nebraska Methodist Health System, discusses how his team is addressing rising payer denials through stronger documentation, coding, and AI-powered revenue cycle tools. He also shares how the CFO role has evolved into a more strategic leadership position and...
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Scaling Smarter: Ascension’s Vision for Growth with Saurabh Tripathi
In this episode, Saurabh Tripathi, CFO, Ascension, discusses the health system’s ongoing financial turnaround, the operational improvements driving strong Q3 results, and Ascension’s strategic shift toward ambulatory care following its AMSURG acquisition. He also shares insights on smart growth,...
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Jennifer Worthy, Executive Vice President of Revenue Optimization at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo)
In this episode, Jennifer Worthy, Executive Vice President of Revenue Optimization at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo), joins the podcast to discuss the technology gap between payers and providers and the challenges it creates across the healthcare ecosystem. She also shares her...
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Navigating Revenue Cycle Challenges and Growth Opportunities with Amanda de los Reyes
In this episode, Amanda de los Reyes, MBA, FHFMA, EHRC - Vice President Revenue Cycle, Renown Health, discusses the growing impact of payer denials, automation, and regulatory changes on revenue cycle operations, while sharing how Renown is leveraging technology and strategic partnerships to…
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David Kelly, Chief of Ambulatory Operations and Vice President of Revenue Cycle at Mary Rutan Health
In this episode, David Kelly, Chief of Ambulatory Operations and Vice President of Revenue Cycle at Mary Rutan Health, joins the podcast to discuss financial assistance programs that help patients access the care they need. He also shares insights on the importance of care coordination and...
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Tracy Peffley, System Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management at Cleveland Clinic
In this episode, Tracy Peffley, System Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management at Cleveland Clinic, joins the podcast to discuss strengthening financial performance while improving the patient financial journey. She shares insights on the organization’s physician advisory program and explores...
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Navigating Financial Pressures and Operational Change in Academic Healthcare with Jon Alford
In this episode, Jon Alford, CFO, UW Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Washington, joins the podcast to discuss the evolving financial challenges facing academic medical centers, from labor costs to reimbursement pressures. He also shares how automation,...
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Leading Revenue Cycle Innovation Through Automation and Talent Strategy with Lynn Ansley
In this episode, Lynn Ansley, Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management at Moffitt Cancer Center, joins the podcast to discuss how her team is leveraging automation, process optimization, and Epic implementation to transform revenue cycle operations. Learn more about relentlessly raising RCM…
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AI, Automation, and the Future of Revenue Cycle Leadership with Paul Chausse, Jr.
In this episode, Paul Chausse, Jr., SVP Revenue Cycle and Chief Revenue Cycle Officer, Tampa General Hospital, discusses how AI agents are reshaping revenue cycle operations, the challenges of the fee for service model, and the leadership skills needed for the next generation of RCM leaders.…
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Sham Firdausi, Deputy Chief Financial Officer of the County of Santa Clara Health System
In this episode, Sham Firdausi, Deputy Chief Financial Officer of the County of Santa Clara Health System, joins the podcast to discuss balancing financial stability with innovation in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. He shares a three-pronged approach to sustainable growth and outlines...
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Todd Conklin, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Care New England Health System
In this episode, Todd Conklin, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Care New England Health System, joins the podcast to discuss how AI is transforming healthcare operations and decision-making. He shares perspectives on the shift toward more continuous, convenient, and...
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Transforming Revenue Cycle Through Innovation and AI with Heather Dunn
In this episode, Heather Dunn, MBA, FHFMA, CHFP, EHRC, CRCR, Senior Vice President, Revenue Cycle at Novant Health, shares how her team is redesigning the revenue cycle with a focus on technology, efficiency, and team engagement. She also discusses key trends including price transparency…
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Scaling Mental Health with Outcomes, Workforce Strategy, and AI with Kellan Tittle
In this episode, Kellan Tittle, MBA, Chief Financial Officer, People Incorporated Mental Health Services, discusses the shift from access to outcomes, workforce challenges, and how AI is improving documentation and efficiency. He also shares how integrated care models and disciplined growth...
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Driving Growth and Change in Community-Based Healthcare with Aaron Lewis
In this episode, Aaron Lewis, President and CFO, Lifepoint Health, shares how the organization is scaling through acquisitions, navigating financial and payer pressures, and leading transformational change to strengthen operations and expand care in underserved communities. Learn more about...
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Perry Sham, Chief Financial Officer at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
In this episode, Perry Sham, Chief Financial Officer at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, joins the podcast to discuss managing rising healthcare costs and identifying opportunities for growth through joint ventures and strategic partnerships. He also shares his perspective on what defines…
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Strengthening Financial Performance and Strategy in Rural Healthcare with Todd Roberts
In this episode, Todd Roberts, CFO, Cheshire Medical Center, shares how he is tackling 340B challenges, driving operational excellence, and strengthening financial resilience through system collaboration. He also discusses evolving CFO leadership, workforce pressures, and the shift toward...
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Building Workforce Strength and Financial Resilience in Community Healthcare with Robert Chestnut
Robert Chestnut, SVP, CFO, LMH Health, shares how his organization is addressing workforce shortages, strengthening culture, and leveraging technology to improve operations and revenue cycle performance. He also discusses the importance of strategic prioritization, regional collaboration, and...
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Balancing Growth and Financial Pressures in Healthcare with Jenni Alvey
In this episode, Jenni Alvey, CFO, IU Health, discusses how her team is navigating margin pressure, major capital investments, and policy uncertainty while staying aligned through long-range financial planning. She also shares how health systems can balance affordability, growth, and resilience…
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Leading Through Change in Healthcare Finance with Edward Bleacher
In this episode, Edward Bleacher, CFO, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, shares how his team navigates financial uncertainty, regulatory shifts, and post-bankruptcy recovery while building long-term sustainability. He also discusses key trends, strategic growth priorities, and the…
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Navigating Rural Hospital Finance and Revenue Integrity at Opelousas General with Shelly Soileau
In this episode, Shelly Soileau, CFO of Opelousas General Health System, discusses the financial realities facing rural hospitals, including transportation barriers for patients, shifting payer behavior, and workforce costs. She also shares how focusing on revenue integrity, denial management…
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Driving Hospital Turnarounds and AI Strategy in Revenue Cycle with Sunitha Reddy
In this episode, Sunitha Reddy, Chief Revenue Officer and Vice President of Operations, Prime Healthcare, discusses how revenue cycle strategy powers hospital turnarounds, tackles payer pressure and denials, and leverages AI to improve efficiency while supporting care access. Learn more about...
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Navigating AI, M&A, and System Transformation at Union Health
In this episode, Ian Macdonald, CFO, Union Health, shares how his data-driven approach is guiding major transformation including a recent hospital acquisition, dual system integrations, and strategic investments in AI and technology to drive future growth. Learn more about relentlessly raising…
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Leading with Purpose, Trust, and Authenticity with Meeta Gandhi
In this episode, Meeta Gandhi, Chief Operations Officer at Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, shares her perspective on human-centered leadership, building trust with teams, and developing strong workplace culture. She outlines five key practices leaders can adopt to stay grounded, connected, and...
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Driving Performance and Innovation in Healthcare Finance with Jason Hinkle
In this episode, Jason Hinkle, CFO, Illinois Region of Deaconess Health System, shares how empowering frontline leaders, strengthening financial partnerships, and embracing innovation are shaping sustainable performance. He also discusses the evolving role of CFOs as strategic leaders in a…
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Becker's CFO + Revenue Cycle Podcast features conversations with finance experts from the healthcare industry. Tune in for finance leaders' insights on key trends and action items to drive meaningful change in hospitals, health systems, and more.
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