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In a significant legal victory, AU Medical Center—represented by Altum’s CEO and healthcare attorney Elizabeth Richards—prevailed in the Georgia Court of Appeals on April 30, 2025. The court upheld the hospital’s right to enforce a lien for treatment provided to a minor, even if the minor was not personally responsible
Altum CEO Elizabeth Richards recently presented on the “Big Beautiful Bill” and its unprecedented impact on access, eligibility, and funding during a Region 9 HFMA webinar attended by a wide national audience of healthcare and revenue cycle professionals. Download Richard’s presentation here Because of the significance of the legislation and
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of HHS in a closely watched case involving how hospitals calculate Medicare DSH adjustments. The decision upheld HHS’s narrow interpretation of when low-income patient days count toward funding, significantly impacting hospitals’ financial recovery for past claims.
Altum Healthcare Solutions is monitoring Georgia’s Senate Bill 68, a tort reform bill aimed at reducing malpractice premiums and expanding insurance options. While beneficial in some aspects, an amendment to the bill’s “collateral source” statute could significantly impact hospital reimbursement. The inclusion of “reasonable value” in medical damages assessment shifts
The Supreme Court’s decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo overturns the Chevron doctrine, introducing uncertainty in hospital revenue management. With agencies no longer receiving automatic deference on ambiguous statutes, hospitals must anticipate increased litigation, compliance challenges, and regulatory shifts affecting billing, reimbursement, and financial operations. While the impact remains
Altum Healthcare Solutions achieves national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the WBENC, validating their commitment to excellence and opening new opportunities for growth and innovation.
Exclusive to Altum, our Deep Dive webinars provide an in-depth exploration of today’s most pressing healthcare RCM issues. Led by industry experts and Altum’s own thought leaders, these sessions deliver actionable strategies, expert guidance, and forward-thinking perspectives—all available on-demand in our exclusive library.
In this exclusive session Chris Hauptli, CTO of Value Based-RCM breaks down the complexities of cybersecurity in healthcare, covering who the threat actors are, their motivations, and how you can protect your data.
Registration link The Big Beautiful Bill has officially passed, bringing major changes to Medicaid funding that are now written into law. In this follow-up session of The Deep Dive with Altum, we will take a closer look at what actually made it into the final bill and what those provisions mean
In this exclusive session Chris Hauptli, CTO of Value Based-RCM breaks down the complexities of cybersecurity in healthcare, covering who the threat actors are, their motivations, and how you can protect your data.
Discover impactful leadership strategies from an expert in healthcare finance and revenue cycle management. Watch On-Demand.
In this episode, we feature a remarkable conversation between industry CEOs Elizabeth Richards and Geneva Schlabach. They delve into the vital role of people in technology, offering an inspiring reminder of the human element at the heart of innovation. Watch On-Demand.
CEO Elizabeth Richards discusses the Change Healthcare breach’s impact on Hospital Revenue Cycles. The breach disrupted healthcare transactions nationwide, leading to billing delays and financial instability for providers.
Stay ahead of the curve with Altum’s latest blogs, press releases, and industry news. From evolving RCM challenges to healthcare innovation trends, our Insights keep you informed and equipped with knowledge that drives better decisions.
During the March 22, 2024, Episode of Deep Dive with Altum, CEO Elizabeth Richards engaged in a 30-minute discussion with attendees about the Change in Healthcare Breach and its ongoing repercussions on the Hospital Revenue Cycle. As you are likely aware, on February 21, 2024, Change Healthcare experienced the largest
On January 1, 2022, the second major section of the No Surprises Act is set to take effect. The comment period for the proposed regulations ended on December 6th and now we await any changes to those regulations before the go-live date. One of the many items covered in phase
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). Included in the many pages of relief for individuals who have been adversely affected by COVID 19, is an expansion and assistance of COBRA benefits not seen since the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of
Exclusive to Altum, our Deep Dive webinars provide an in-depth exploration of today’s most pressing healthcare RCM issues. Led by industry experts and Altum’s own thought leaders, these sessions deliver actionable strategies, expert guidance, and forward-thinking perspectives—all available on-demand in our exclusive library.
In this exclusive session Chris Hauptli, CTO of Value Based-RCM breaks down the complexities of cybersecurity in healthcare, covering who the threat actors are, their motivations, and how you can protect your data.
Registration link The Big Beautiful Bill has officially passed, bringing major changes to Medicaid funding that are now written into law. In this follow-up session of The Deep Dive with Altum, we will take a closer look at what actually made it into the final bill and what those provisions mean
In this exclusive session Chris Hauptli, CTO of Value Based-RCM breaks down the complexities of cybersecurity in healthcare, covering who the threat actors are, their motivations, and how you can protect your data.
Discover impactful leadership strategies from an expert in healthcare finance and revenue cycle management. Watch On-Demand.
In this episode, we feature a remarkable conversation between industry CEOs Elizabeth Richards and Geneva Schlabach. They delve into the vital role of people in technology, offering an inspiring reminder of the human element at the heart of innovation. Watch On-Demand.
CEO Elizabeth Richards discusses the Change Healthcare breach’s impact on Hospital Revenue Cycles. The breach disrupted healthcare transactions nationwide, leading to billing delays and financial instability for providers.
Angela Goins is the Public Relations representative for Altum Healthcare Solutions and the owner of Angela Goins Communications, LLC, which specializes in the medical, legal, and public sectors.
With a passion for storytelling, Angela bridges the gap between organizations and their audiences, enabling them to forge authentic connections.
Angela holds an MA in Communications Studies from the University of Alabama and a BA in Speech Communication from the University of Georgia. After spending over a decade moving around the United States as an active-duty military spouse, Angela settled back in her home state of Georgia, residing in Canton with her husband and their four sons.
Kelsey Claster is the Manager of Legal for Altum Healthcare Solutions. Kelsey began her post-graduate career with Altum in late 2021 and has quickly advanced herself by creating and implementing new practices that streamline our legal services. Kelsey holds a BBA in Entrepreneurship and a minor in Information Systems from Kennesaw State University.
Taylor is the Complex Claims Manager for Altum Healthcare Solutions. With over seven years of experience in healthcare billing and reimbursement, she brings a wealth of expertise to her role, specializing in handling complex claims with ease. Taylor’s commitment to excellence and client satisfaction is evident in her work ethic and positive attitude.
Meaghan is the Chief Operating Officer for Altum Healthcare Solutions. She brings a decade of expertise in Operations, HR, and Healthcare Law. Meaghan’s experience includes stints with major Complex Claims companies and Law Firms that conducted work on the entire Eastern Seaboard. Her expansive knowledge and work ethic are unparalleled in the healthcare industry.
Meaghan is a graduate of Georgia Southern University and Kennesaw State University.
Mary is the Vice President of Insurance Billing for Altum Healthcare Solutions. With over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, she has a strong background in leading teams in quality assurance and claims analysis, including follow-up and claims denials for Medicare, Veterans Administration, Workers Compensation, Managed Care, Medicaid CMOs, and Medicaid. Mary has collaborated with multiple hospital departments to resolve complex denials regarding authorization, medical necessity, and COB issues and assisted with various clean-up projects. She has worked closely with hospitals nationwide to assist in reviewing, analyzing, and resolving a high volume of accounts while maintaining great partnerships with her clients to ensure we continually meet their goals and expectations.
Matthew serves as the Chief Solutions Officer of Altum Healthcare Solutions. Drawing on 15 years of experience in finance and Healthcare, his role is critical to our clients’ engagement, development, and satisfaction. Matthew believes in the importance of building relationships and delivering on measurables to increase performance for all of his clients. Matthew is a graduate of Georgia Southern University.
Elizabeth serves as Chief Executive Officer of Altum Healthcare Solutions. With 18 years as a Healthcare attorney, her expertise includes third-party liability, workers’ compensation, insurance appeals, Medicaid/Medicare, and other complex reimbursement matters. Elizabeth is an active member of the Georgia Bar, Georgia Academy of Healthcare Attorneys, and Georgia Chapter of HFMA. As a member of Georgia HFMA, she has been on the board of directors, a legal counsel to the chapter, and co-chair of the Region Five event. Additionally, she chaired and founded the Women in Healthcare initiative in the state. In 2014, she was selected and served on the National HFMA task force for Early Careerists. She also earned the HFMA Fellow designation and the Medal of Honor. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and a Juris Doctor, both from the University of Georgia.
