President's Message

Healthcare Financial Management's National Theme for 2010-2011 is "Step Up." The Mississippi Chapter of HFMA provides the forum for us to share our experiences as we "step up" to meet our ever-changing challenges. 

In May, the Mississippi Chapter of  HFMA ended an extremely successful year, meeting every goal set by National HFMA.  At the Annual National Institute in Las Vegas June 20-24, 2010, Jerry Knighton, 2009-2010 MS Chapter President, received the Chapter's Gold Awards for every category - Education, Membership, and Certification!  Our membership's enthusiasm is contagious and we invite you to join us as we continue to grow and succeed. 

The 2010-2011 Leadership Team plans to continue to build on the successes of our past leaders.  If ever there has been a need for a professional organization such as HFMA, now is certainly the time. On March 23, 2011, HFMA's President and CEO Dick Clarke remarked on healthcare reform, "This is a tipping point for our industry. It will change the fundamentals of how we perform our jobs as financial leaders. HFMA is ready to help members deal with the complexities, unintended consequences, and challenges this legislation will create."

Healthcare Reform, as well as the many other challenges we face in the healthcare industry, will be our focus for the upcoming year. We commit to provide the most timely, relevant information possible and provide networking opportunities that will enable us all to survive in this most challenging time.  

We would encourage you, if you have not achieved certification in your field, to become certified though HFMA's certification program - this not only enhances your status in the industry but also assures that your healthcare finance knowledge is current.

Don't miss the opportunity to take advantage of educational opportunities that are available not only through your Mississippi HFMA Chapter but also through National HFMA!  HFMA is your educational source. Let's all support each other and take this journey through healthcare reform together.  I look forward to working with each and every one of you. 

Sandy Riley, CME

2010-2011 MS HFMA Chapter President