Nicole Tschirn, AVP, Finance | Reimbursement
Professional Overview
Nicole Tschirn is an experienced finance and reimbursement professional with a strong track record of driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence within the healthcare industry. As the AVP of Finance and Reimbursement at Ochsner Health System, she is responsible for leading a team of financial professionals and overseeing the organization's complex reimbursement processes.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role as AVP of Finance and Reimbursement at Ochsner Health System, Nicole is responsible for managing the organization's financial reporting, budgeting, and reimbursement activities. She oversees a team of finance and reimbursement specialists, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of claims and the optimization of revenue cycle management. Under her leadership, the reimbursement team has achieved significant improvements in key performance metrics, leading to enhanced financial stability and revenue growth for the organization.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Nicole held various positions within the Ochsner Health System, including Director of Reimbursement and Reimbursement Manager. In these roles, she demonstrated a strong understanding of the healthcare reimbursement landscape and implemented process improvements that enhanced the organization's revenue cycle efficiency. Earlier in her career, Nicole gained valuable experience as an Auditor at PwC and as an Intern at Postlethwaite & Netterville, where she developed her analytical skills and knowledge of financial best practices.
Academic Background
Nicole holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she graduated cum laude. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional training in healthcare reimbursement and revenue cycle management.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare finance and reimbursement
- Revenue cycle management
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Process improvement and operational efficiency
- Team leadership and management
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Ochsner Health System, Nicole has spearheaded several initiatives that have had a significant impact on the organization's financial performance. She led the implementation of a new claims processing system, which resulted in a 15% reduction in denials and a 20% improvement in first-pass claims resolution. Additionally, she played a key role in the development and rollout of a comprehensive provider education program, which helped to increase coding accuracy and improve the organization's overall reimbursement rates.
Conclusion
Nicole Tschirn is a versatile finance and reimbursement professional with a proven track record of driving strategic and operational initiatives within the healthcare industry. Her deep understanding of the complex reimbursement landscape, coupled with her strong leadership and analytical skills, make her a valuable asset to the Ochsner Health System. As she continues to progress in her career, Nicole remains focused on leveraging her expertise to enhance the organization's financial performance and position it for long-term success.
