Carita Nunnally
President & CEO
Professional Overview
Carita Nunnally is the President and CEO of Universal Medical Billing & Consultants (UMBC), a leading provider of comprehensive medical billing and revenue cycle management services. With over 15 years of industry experience, she is a respected expert in the healthcare finance and operational optimization space, driving innovative solutions to improve clinical and financial outcomes for healthcare organizations.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As President and CEO of UMBC, Carita is responsible for setting the strategic vision and overseeing all aspects of the company's operations. Under her leadership, UMBC has grown to serve over 500 healthcare providers nationwide, processing more than $1 billion in medical claims annually. Carita's focus on leveraging data-driven insights and advanced technologies has enabled UMBC to achieve industry-leading first-pass resolution rates and reduce claims denials by 30% for its clients.
Career Progression
Prior to joining UMBC, Carita held various leadership roles within the healthcare revenue cycle management sector. She served as the Vice President of Revenue Cycle at a large regional hospital network, where she spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise-wide billing and claims management system, resulting in a 20% improvement in cash collections. Earlier in her career, Carita was a Senior Consultant at a leading healthcare consulting firm, advising hospitals and physician practices on optimizing their financial and operational performance.
Academic Background
Carita holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of Georgia and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Florida. She is a certified Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Professional and has been recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 leader in the healthcare industry.
Areas of Expertise
- Medical Billing and Revenue Cycle Management
- Healthcare Finance and Operations Optimization
- Data Analytics and Reporting
- Team Building and Organizational Leadership
- Process Improvement and Change Management
Professional Impact
Under Carita's leadership, UMBC has been awarded several industry accolades, including the "Best Medical Billing Company" designation by the National Healthcare Review Board. Carita is an active member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and frequently speaks at industry conferences, sharing her insights on leveraging technology and data-driven strategies to enhance financial performance and patient outcomes.
Conclusion
With her proven track record of driving operational excellence and delivering tangible results for healthcare organizations, Carita Nunnally is a respected leader in the medical billing and revenue cycle management industry. As President and CEO of UMBC, she is committed to empowering healthcare providers to optimize their financial and clinical operations, ultimately improving the quality of care and patient experiences.