Becker's CFO + Revenue Cycle Podcast

In this episode, Saurabh Tripathi, EVP and CFO of Ascension, discusses the system’s fiscal 2026 financial turnaround, including improved operating margins, revenue growth, and expanded patient care.

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In this episode, Sam Schwager, Co-founder and CEO of SuperDial, discusses how AI agents can connect payer data, systems, and workflows to reduce manual work and accelerate revenue collection. He also shares key metrics revenue cycle leaders can use to measure success, including days in accounts receivable, collections, and the reduction of manual payer calls.

This episode is sponsored by SuperDial.

In this episode, Bahar Bazmi, Chief Revenue Cycle Officer at WVU Health System, joins the podcast to discuss the revenue cycle through the lens of the “sandwich analogy” and how its different components work together to support financial performance. She also shares insights on defining success over the next year and empowering staff to strengthen revenue cycle operations.

In this episode, Jason Hinkle, CFO, Deaconess Illinois, discusses the system’s rapid growth, expansion of oncology and outpatient surgery services, and financial pressures facing rural hospitals. He also shares how rolling forecasts, enterprise wide data governance, and reliable data can strengthen financial decision making and prepare health systems for broader AI adoption.

In this episode, Caswell Samms, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Nemours Children’s Health, joins the podcast to discuss minimizing administrative work so healthcare teams can spend more time with patients. He also shares insights on transforming the patient experience and identifying opportunities to make care more patient-centered and efficient.

In this episode, Thomasina Wilkins, Chief Revenue Officer, Sinai Chicago, discusses preparing for Medicaid changes in 2027, reducing healthcare disparities, strengthening financial sustainability and using AI to improve clinical operations and patient financial services.

In this episode, Garrick Stoldt, CPA, FHFMA, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, joins the podcast to discuss opportunities for growth and the leadership qualities needed to guide healthcare organizations through a changing financial environment. He also shares insights on the impact of 340B restrictions and how evolving program requirements can affect health system strategy and financial planning.

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 changes in Medicaid, aligning care models with those shifts, and identifying opportunities for growth while improving how teams work together.

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 priorities with the evolving needs of patients and the organization.

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 and the 340B program while supporting accessible, sustainable healthcare.