Miah Stutts, Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Miah Stutts is an experienced finance executive with a strong track record of driving strategic financial management and operational optimization. As the Chief Financial Officer at HCA Healthcare, he oversees all financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the leading healthcare services provider. With expertise in financial operations, capital allocation, and risk management, Stutts is a key leader in shaping the company's financial strategy and ensuring its continued growth and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Stutts has served as the Chief Financial Officer of HCA Healthcare since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company's $48 billion annual budget, overseeing financial planning and analysis, and leading strategic decision-making to support the organization's expansion and service delivery. Under his financial leadership, HCA Healthcare has achieved consistent revenue growth, improved operating margins, and maintained a strong balance sheet.
Career Progression
Prior to joining HCA Healthcare, Stutts held various finance leadership positions at other major healthcare organizations. He served as the Vice President of Finance at Tenet Healthcare from 2012 to 2016, where he played a pivotal role in optimizing the company's financial processes and driving cost savings initiatives. Earlier in his career, Stutts was the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Community Health Systems, where he provided strategic financial insights to support the company's operational and growth objectives.
Academic Background
Stutts holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Texas at Austin, where he specialized in Finance and Accounting. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida, graduating cum laude.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Capital allocation and investment strategy
- Risk management and regulatory compliance
- Operational efficiency and cost optimization
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integration
Professional Impact
Under Stutts' financial leadership, HCA Healthcare has consistently outperformed industry benchmarks, delivering strong financial results and shareholder value. He has played a key role in the company's expansion, overseeing the successful integration of several major acquisitions and ensuring seamless operational integration. Stutts is also actively involved in the healthcare industry, serving on the Board of Directors for the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and contributing to industry publications and conferences.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Miah Stutts is a respected leader in the healthcare finance industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of HCA Healthcare, he continues to drive financial excellence and contribute to the organization's ongoing growth and innovation.
