Debora Kuchka-Craig, FHFMA
National Chair
Ms. Kuchka-Craig is the voluntary Chair of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2010-11 term, beginning June 1, 2010.
Ms. Kuchka-Craig is Corporate Vice President, Managed Care, MedStar Health, Columbia, Md.
A member of HFMA since 1993, Ms. Kuchka-Craig’s involvement with the National Association includes serving on the Managed Care Forum Advisory Council (1997-2000); the Board of Examiners (2003-07), serving as chair during 2006-07; the National Advisory Councils (2005-06); the Strategic Planning Committee (2005-07 and 2008-11), serving as chair during 2009-10; the Board of Directors (2005-11); the Executive Committee (2006-11), serving as chair in 2010-11; and the Audit & Finance Committee (2007-11), serving as chair in 2008-09. Ms. Kuchka-Craig has also served the Maryland Chapter as Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, President-Elect, and President. She has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, Muncie Gold, and Medal of Honor merit awards.
Ms. Kuchka-Craig, a Fellow of HFMA, received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa., and a Master of Science degree in Health Planning and Administration from The Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health, Baltimore, Md.
Gregory M. Adams, FHFMA
National Chair-Elect
Mr. Adams is the voluntary Chair-Elect of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2010-11 term, beginning June 1, 2010.
Mr. Adams is Senior Vice President and Partner, Panacea Healthcare Solutions, LLC, Wesley Chapel, Fla., and Red Bank, N.J.
A member of HFMA since 1979, Mr. Adams’ involvement with the National Association includes serving as Chapter Liaison Representative (2001-02); the Board of Directors (2002-05 and 2009-11); the Executive Committee (2003-05 and 2009-11); and the Audit & Finance Committee (2009-11), serving as chair during 2009-10; and the Strategic Planning Committee (2009-11), serving as chair in 2010-11. Mr. Adams has also served the New Jersey Chapter as Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, President-Elect, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, Muncie Gold, and Medal of Honor merit awards.
Mr. Adams, a Fellow of HFMA, received his BS in Accounting from Seton Hall University, South Orange, N.J., and his MBA in Finance from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Rutherford, N.J.
Ralph E. Lawson, FHFMA, CPA
National Secretary/Treasurer
Mr. Lawson is the voluntary Secretary/Treasurer of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2010-11 term, beginning June 1, 2010.
Mr. Lawson is Executive Vice President and CFO, Baptist Health South Florida, Coral Gables, Fla. He is also Chairman of the Board of Catholic Health Services in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
A member of HFMA since 1980, Mr. Lawson’s involvement with the National Association includes serving on the Matrix (1987-88); the National Advisory Councils (2006-07); the Audit & Finance Committee (2007-11), serving as chair 2010-11; the Executive Committee (2008-11); and the Board of Directors (2007-11). Mr. Lawson also served the Colorado Chapter as Vice President and Program Chair, Treasurer, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, and Muncie Gold merit awards.
Mr. Lawson, a CPA, received his Bachelor of Business Degree (cum laude) from the University of Colorado School of Business, Boulder, Colo., and his Masters Degree of Business Administration (with distinction) from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa.
Richard L. Clarke, DHA, FHFMA
President and CEO
Dr. Clarke is President and CEO of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), Westchester, Illinois, a professional membership association with more than 35,000 members in 70 chapters who share an interest in the financial management of the delivery of healthcare services. He has held this position since June 1986.
From 1980 to 1986, Mr. Clarke held positions with Swedish Health Systems in Englewood, Colo., including Senior Vice President of Finance and CFO. Prior to 1980, he was employed at hospitals in Florida.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution from Bradley University, Peoria, Ill. (1970), a master’s degree in Business Administration in management/finance from the University of Miami, Coral Gables, Fla. (1972), and a Doctor of Health Administration (DHA) degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, S.C. (2005).
Dr. Clarke attained Fellowship in HFMA in 1983. He also was president of the Colorado Chapter of HFMA, served on the HFMA National Matrix, and was a member of HFMA’s Principles and Practices Board.
Dr. Clarke is a past Chair of the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education, having served in various capacities for that organization since 1997. He is also a former chair of AHA Financial Solutions, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Hospital Association). Additionally, he has served on the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Advisory Council. Currently he serves on several committees and the Board of Directors of CHRISTUS Health, a multistate Catholic healthcare system headquartered in Dallas, Texas, as well as the Finance and Strategy Committee for Catholic Healthcare Partners in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Clarke holds an instructor faculty position in the Department of Health Systems Management at Rush University in Chicago and the MBA in Health program for the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Fla.
Kiran N. Batheja, FHFMA
National Director
Mr. Batheja, is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2010-13 term beginning June 1, 2010.
Mr. Batheja is Vice President, Revenue Cycle Management, Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Brooklyn, N.Y.
A member of HFMA since 1991, Mr. Batheja’s involvement with the National Association includes serving on the Patient Financial Services Forum Advisory Council (1996-2000), serving as chair in 1998-00; the Audit & Finance Committee (2010-11); the National Advisory Councils, serving as chair of the Patient Financial Services Council in 2010-11; and the Board of Directors (2010-13). Mr. Batheja has also served the Metropolitan New York Chapter as Director, Treasurer, Vice President, President-Elect, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, Muncie Gold, and Medal of Honor merit awards and is a recipient of the HFMA Patient Financial Services Forum Award of Excellence.
Mr. Batheja, a Fellow of HFMA, received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Boston University, Boston, Mass.
Peter DeAngelis, Jr., FHFMA, CPA
National Director
Mr. DeAngelis is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2009-12 term, beginning June 1, 2009.
Mr. DeAngelis is COO, Catholic Health East, Newtown Square, Pa.
A member of HFMA since 1980, Mr. DeAngelis’ involvement with the National Association includes serving on the National Advisory Councils (2005-07), the Strategic Planning Committee (2009-11), and the Board of Directors (2009-12). Mr. DeAngelis has also served the Metropolitan Philadelphia Chapter as Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, President-Elect, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, and Muncie Gold merit awards.
Mr. DeAngelis, a Fellow of HFMA and a CPA, received his Bachelor Degree in Accounting and his MBA in accounting from LaSalle University, Philadelphia, Pa.
Edward J. Giniat, CPA
National Director
Mr. Giniat is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2008-11 term, beginning June 1, 2008.
Mr. Giniat is Partner, Industry Sector Leader, Health Care, KPMG LLP, Chicago, Ill.
A member of HFMA since 1983, Mr. Giniat’s involvement with the Association includes serving on the Strategic Planning Committee (2008-11) and the Board of Directors (2008-11). Mr. Giniat has also served the Northeast Ohio Chapter as Membership Chair, as a Member of the Annual Chapter Institute, and a Member of the Program Committee. He has received the Follmer Bronze merit award.
Mr. Giniat, a CPA and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Ind.
Melinda S. Hancock, FHFMA
National Director
Ms. Hancock is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2010-13 term, beginning June 1, 2010.
Ms. Hancock is Vice President of Strategic Finance, Bon Secours Richmond Health System.
A member of HFMA since 1994, Ms. Hancock’s involvement with the National Association includes serving on the National Advisory Councils (2007-10), the Regional Executives Council (2010-11), and the Board of Directors (2010-13). Ms. Hancock also served the Virginia Chapter as Director, Secetary, President-Elect, and President. She has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, and Muncie Gold merit awards.
Ms. Hancock, a Fellow of HFMA, received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Va., and her Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Ariz.
Phyllis F. Lantos, FHFMA
National Director
Ms. Lantos is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2010-13 term, beginning June 1, 2010.
Ms. Lantos is Executive Vice President, CFO, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, N.Y.
A member of HFMA since 1978, Ms. Lantos’ involvement with the Association includes serving on the Principles and Practices Board (2006-09), the Strategic Planning Committee (2010-11), and the Board of Directors (2010-13). She has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, and Muncie Gold merit awards. Ms. Lantos is a member of the HFMA Large System CFO Council (2000-10) and has spoken at the Metro New York Annual Institute (2006-2010).
Ms. Lantos, a Fellow of HFMA, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, Mass., and a Masters in Management from the Alfred P. Sloan School of Management, Cambridge, Mass.
James G. Lee, FHFMA, FACHE
National Director
Mr. Lee is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2008-11 term, beginning June 1, 2008.
Mr. Lee is Senior Vice President and CFO, Adventist Healthcare, Inc., Rockville, Md.
A member of HFMA since 1989, Mr. Lee’s involvement with the National Association includes serving on the National Advisory Councils (1999-2001 and 2008-11), as chair of the Patient Financial Services Council (2008-09), as chair of the Payment and Reimbursement Council (2009-11), on the Board of Examiners (2004-07), and on the Board of Directors (2008-11). Mr. Lee also served the Hawaii Chapter as Director, Treasurer, President-Elect, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, and Muncie Gold merit awards.
Mr. Lee, a Fellow of HFMA and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), received his Bachelor of Arts degree with emphasis in business and finance from the School of Business Administration, Sao Paulo, Brazil, and his Masters in Public Health and Masters in Health Administration from Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, Calif.
Paul E. Pedersen
National Director
Mr. Pedersen is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2009-12 term, beginning June 1, 2009.
Mr. Pedersen is Senior Director, Provider Network Administrator, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana, Helena, Mont.
A member of HFMA since 1994, Mr. Pedersen’s involvement with the National Association includes serving as Regional Executive (2004-05); and on the Managed Care Forum Advisory Council (2006-09), the National Advisory Councils (2007-09); the Regional Executives Council (2009-11), serving as chair in 2010-11; the Board of Directors (2009-12); and the Executive Committee (2010-12). Mr. Pedersen also served the Montana Chapter as Director, Secetary/Treasurer, President-Elect, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, Muncie Gold, and Medal of Honor merit awards.
Mr. Pedersen attended the Illinois Institute of Technology and the University of Montana.
Steven P. Rose, FHFMA, CPA
National Director
Mr. Rose is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2008-11 term, beginning June 1, 2008.
Mr. Rose is CFO, Conway Regional Health System, Conway, Ark.
A member of HFMA since 1985, Mr. Rose’s involvement with the National Association includes serving as a Regional Executive (2004-05); and on the Regional Executives Council (2008-10), serving as chair 2009-10; the National Advisory Councils (2010-11), serving as chair of the Executive Council; the Board of Directors (2008-11); and the Executive Committee (2009-11). He has also served the Arkansas Chapter as Director, Secretary, Treasurer, President-Elect, and President. He has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, Muncie Gold, and Medal of Honor merit awards.
Mr. Rose, a Fellow of HFMA and a CPA, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, Ark.
Christine D. Sarrico, FHFMA
National Director
Ms. Sarrico is a voluntary Director of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) during the 2009-12 term, beginning June 1, 2009.
Ms. Sarrico is Vice President and CFO, Enloe Medical Center, Chico, Calif.
A member of HFMA since 1987, Ms. Sarrico’s involvement with the National Association includes serving on the Audit & Finance Committee (2009-11) and the Board of Directors (2009-12). Ms. Sarrico has also served the Northern California Chapter as Director, Treasurer, President-Elect, and President. She has received the Follmer Bronze, Reeves Silver, and Muncie Gold merit awards.
Ms. Sarrico, a Fellow of HFMA, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and an MBA from California State University, Hayward, Calif.