Name
06. Paying the Price: Strategies for Managing Denials and Slow Payments
Date & Time
Monday, September 14, 2026, 10:45 AM - 11:25 AM
Speakers
René Suntay, Chief Financial Officer, Meadville Medical Center
Kathleen Busch, CRCR, CSPR, Executive Director, Revenue Cycle Management, Pacifica Hospital of the Valley
Kathleen Moriarty, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCM, Senior Director, Case Management, Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Kathleen Busch, CRCR, CSPR, Executive Director, Revenue Cycle Management, Pacifica Hospital of the Valley
Kathleen Moriarty, RN, MSN, CCDS, CCM, Senior Director, Case Management, Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Description
Denied claims and slow payments strain healthcare organizations’ finances. This panel explores practical strategies to reduce denials, accelerate collections, and optimize revenue cycle operations. Leaders share insights on workflow improvements, technology adoption, staff training, and payer collaboration, offering actionable approaches to strengthen cash flow, financial stability, and organizational resilience.
Session Type
Panel
HIT + DH + RCM: Topic Tag
IT, Technology & Innovation, Strategy