Professional Role and Responsibilities
Jeffrey J. Lach, DO, FACP, CHCQM-PHYADV serves as the Medical Director of the Physician Advisor Program for Catholic Health System, headquartered in Buffalo, New York. In this capacity, he provides leadership to a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and related staff engaged in utilization management, clinical review, and regulatory compliance. His role includes oversight of clinical optimization and care coordination to enhance patient outcomes and support hospital administration in clinical decision-making processes. Additionally, he functions as the Assistant Chair of Medicine at Catholic Health, which emphasizes his leadership within the medical staff governance structure.
Clinical and Medical Expertise
Dr. Lach's clinical background is rooted in Primary Care and Internal Medicine, with board certifications reflected by his credentials (DO, FACP). He practices at multiple facilities within Catholic Health, including the Sisters of Charity Hospital (office located at 2157 Main St, 5th Floor, Buffalo, NY) and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo and other system hospitals such as Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Lockport Memorial Hospital, and St. Joseph Campus. Notably, he is _not currently accepting new patients_, indicative of a focus on his administrative and advisory duties.
Education and Professional Recognition
Dr. Lach graduated from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He holds several distinguished professional designations, including:
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP)
- Certified in Health Care Quality Management - Physician Advisor (CHCQM-PHYADV)
These certifications highlight his expertise in clinical quality standards and healthcare utilization review.
Leadership in Healthcare Quality and Utilization Management
As Medical Director of the Physician Advisor Program, Dr. Lach plays a critical role in bridging clinical practice with hospital administration. His responsibilities encompass:
- Leading utilization review initiatives to ensure appropriate patient admissions, stays, and discharges.
- Developing and managing regulatory compliance frameworks to meet state and federal healthcare standards.
- Providing education to physicians on documentation and medical necessity that directly affect care quality and reimbursement.
- Collaborating with case managers to resolve clinical and administrative issues, thereby reducing hospital length of stay and optimizing resource utilization.
Catholic Health recognizes physician advisors such as Dr. Lach as vital contributors to organizational value-based care programs and population health management.
Engagement within Catholic Health System
Dr. Lach is an independently employed physician within the Catholic Health System's integrated network. His influence extends across various hospital campuses and outpatient clinics, reinforcing the system’s commitment to high-quality care delivery consistent with Catholic Health’s mission "The Right Way To Care."
Contact Details
- Phone: (716) 862-2360
- Office: Sisters of Charity Hospital, 2157 Main St, 5th Fl, Buffalo, NY 14214
- Hospital Affiliations: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Lockport Memorial Hospital, St. Joseph Campus
- LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-j-lach-do-facp-chcqm-phyadv-43a058173](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-j-lach-do-facp-chcqm-phyadv-43a058173)
This comprehensive profile outlines Dr. Lach’s significant leadership and clinical roles at Catholic Health, emphasizing his influence on clinical governance, utilization management, and compliance programs. His expertise supports the system’s goals of enhancing care transitions, optimizing health outcomes, and aligning with value-based reimbursement models within a large, complex Catholic healthcare network.
