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 investment and new approaches to growth beyond traditional hospital expansion.

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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 capture, reducing payer denials and using technology to reduce physician burnout while strengthening margins.

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 essential to long-term financial success.

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, and long-term growth.

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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 offers advice for the next generation of healthcare finance leaders.

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, balance sheet management, and advice for emerging healthcare finance leaders on finding purpose and building a meaningful career.

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 perspective on the leadership attributes needed to navigate change, foster collaboration, and drive sustainable improvements in financial and operational performance.

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 expand access to care and support future growth.

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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 strategic partnerships in improving patient outcomes, enhancing the care experience, and supporting long-term organizational success.

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 how AI is expected to shape the future of revenue cycle operations and patient engagement.