Oregon HFMA Imagine Amazing: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the Season 7 Finale of Oregon HFMA’s Imagine Amazing Healthcare Finance Podcast! In this special final episode of the season, hosts Kelly and Jeff sit down with Oregon HFMA President Evan Martin for a heartfelt and inspiring look back at an incredible year of leadership, learning, engagement, and growth through this year’s theme: #CampOregon – Explore and Grow. Throughout the episode, Evan reflects on the accomplishments, experiences, and meaningful moments that shaped the Oregon HFMA chapter during the 2025–2026 year. From educational programming and member engagement to relationship building and professional development, this finale celebrates the power of community and the positive impact created when leaders and members come together with purpose and passion. Evan also takes time to recognize and praise the amazing Oregon HFMA board members, volunteers, leaders, sponsors, and chapter members whose dedication, creativity, and enthusiasm helped bring the #CampOregon vision to life. Their commitment to embracing opportunities to explore new ideas, strengthen connections, and grow personally and professionally made this season truly unforgettable. This finale is filled with appreciation, reflection, inspiration, and excitement for the future of Oregon HFMA and the healthcare finance profession. Thank you for joining us throughout Season 7 of Imagine Amazing. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share as we celebrate an amazing season and look ahead to what’s next for Oregon HFMA. #ImagineAmazing #OregonHFMA #HFMA #CampOregon #ExploreAndGrow #HealthcareFinance #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth #HealthcareLeadership
Join Imagine Amazing hosts Kelly and Jeff alongside 2025–2026 Oregon HFMA President Evan Martin for a special live-on-site episode recorded at Healthcare Financial Management Association’s second-largest event of the year — the Western Region Symposium.
This high-energy episode features real-time interviews with attendees, leaders, and participants sharing their experiences, insights, and takeaways from their HFMA journey and the Symposium floor. You’ll also get an inside look at the impact and momentum of the Oregon HFMA Chapter.
It’s a unique, interview-driven episode that’s informative, engaging, and fun — bringing the excitement of the Symposium straight to you and guaranteed to make you wish you were in Las Vegas for this outstanding event.
Join Oregon HFMA’s 2025–2026 President, Evan Martin, alongside hosts Kelly and Jeff for an engaging episode of the Imagine Amazing: Healthcare Finance Podcast. In this inspiring conversation, we explore the powerful education opportunities, certifications, and professional designations available through HFMA—and how they build expertise, elevate careers, and strengthen personal value across the healthcare finance industry. Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned leader, this episode highlights why investing in HFMA education is a game-changer for your professional growth.
🎧 Imagine Amazing Podcast – Episode 2 Title: Mapping the Money Trail: Navigating Reimbursement Changes This month, we’re heading down the money trail at #CampOregon as we dive into one of the most pressing topics in healthcare finance: reimbursement changes. Join President Evan Martin and hosts Kelly and Jeff as they welcome Liana Hamilton, a seasoned expert in reimbursement and payer strategy, to unpack: The biggest reimbursement challenges providers are facing right now How to prepare for regulatory changes before they hit Practical strategies to align finance and clinical teams Action steps you can take this month to strengthen your reimbursement readiness Whether you’re a finance leader, revenue cycle professional, or just want to stay ahead of the curve, this episode will give you valuable insights and tools to explore, grow, and thrive. 🔥 Don’t miss it—subscribe today and join us around the campfire at #CampOregon.
A new year and a new chapter President, Evan Martin, are trending at Oregon HFMA. Listen to learn what is in store for the 2025-2026 year including what is behind this year's theme of Explore and Grown # CAMPOREGON. This podcast is a fun kickoff to the 2025-2026 year and Evan does not disappoint. A must listen podcast.
Meet Oregon HFMA's 2024-2025 President, Amanda De Los Reyes and learn all that is planned for Oregon HFMA in this 2024-2025 year. A must watch!
Michael Bumann, CEO of Red Dot and 'The Entrepreneur Forged in Fire' joins Oregon HFMA hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson for this outstanding session of Imagine Amazing. In this session, the team covers leadership lessons learn by Michael at Burning Man and discusses some tools being used today to help those with PTSD not just deal with their circumstances, but actually heal. It is a session you will want to listen to and watch over and over.
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This is a fun one! It's the wrap-up from the Award Winning President Swap with the wonderful West Virginia HFMA Chapter. Join both presidents share their insights and learnings and meet Oregon HFMA's new 2023-2024 President, Tony Andrade! Great information about what is coming in 2023-2024 and a lot of fun!
In this episode of Imagine Amazing, President Meredith Peterson shares Oregon HFMA's FUN and Absolutely NEW idea to bring new information, networking and insight to the chapter. If you've ever hear of Wife Swap, then you don't want to miss this episode! Watch and Listen Now!
Diversity, Diversity, Diversity! It's a hot topic everywhere and one that deserves all of our attention. Join Oregon HFMA's President, Meredith Peterson and hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson as they dive deep into the discussion of diversity, equity, equality and justice. Joined by Ben Shah, Oregon HFMA's Past President and Diversity Committee Chair, the team gets brutally honest about all forms of diversity, how it is impacting healthcare today and what steps can and should be taken to help organizations and individuals burst the bubbles that keep us from progressing towards a better tomorrow together.
Join outgoing president, Tammie Coon as she introduces the new President, Meredith Peterson and everyone learns what is in store for the chapter in the upcoming year. Meredith introduces a special Equity Inclusion Committee that will be developed and lead by former Oregon HFMA President, Ben Shah. Tony Andrade, President-elect and Meredith share the secret to take advantage of your HFMA membership. A great episode that you will not want to miss.
Chapter President Tammy Coon and host Kelly Smith discuss the challenges of out-of-state Medicaid reimbursement with Kelly Bauer from Centauri Health Solutions. It's a great podcast with a ton of information that you and your organization will not want to miss.
Join Oregon HFMA President, Tammie Coon and hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson as they are joined by DeLap's Steve Evans and David Buchanan as they share updates on Cyber Threats and how Organizations can prepare for today's Cyber world. Cyber attacks have increased for Healthcare Systems and learning to defend against them are more important than ever. This episode will give organizations all of the tips and tricks needed to ensure safety for your organization.
In this episode of Imagine Amazing, Chapter President Tammie Coon and hosts, Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson, are joined by Professional's Justin Murphy and Lisa Kirk to discuss critical regulatory (both state and federal) that are impacting healthcare today. The information is valuable and timely and a must listen for everyone.
Join President Tammie Coon and guests, Tammy Bickle with OHSU and Amanda Gordon Delos Reyes with Legacy Health as they discuss how to manage an HFMA Enterprise Members to make the most of it for any organization. Plus, Tammie and hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson discuss some crazy laws and trends impacting healthcare today. A must listen!
Another AMAZING episode for listeners. In this podcast, Oregon HFMA Chapter President along with podcast hosts, Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson, interview two key businesses supporting Oregon Healthcare Clients and learn how COVID Mandates are impacting their business and future. Tammie Coon also shares important and exciting chapter news! It's great insight from HRG - Healthcare Resource Group (#HRG) and Xtend Healthcare (#Xtend) and their representatives. As always, fun and extremely informative. A must watch and listen episode.
The 3rd Season is Officially Here! Join Oregon HFMA's current president, Tammie Coon, and hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson as they interview Healthcare Finance executives about the impact of the Vaccine Mandate on healthcare system in Oregon and the United States. In this podcast, they share best practices in dealing with all of the challenges and advice for the future. It's another AMAZING episode
Another amazing podcast with Oregon HFMA's current president, Tammie Coon, as she and hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson cover an important national bill being voted on by the Senate that could change the face of healthcare collections. Key Bank, an Oregon HFMA Diamond Sponsor, joins the podcast to share the secrets to Healthcare Finance in 2021. It is a CFO must listen and watch podcast. President Tammie Coon also announces the next in-person Oregon HFMA event. This is a fantastic podcast you will not want to miss!
Join OR HFMA President, Tammie Coon and hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson as they discuss Oregon House Bill 2360. Also joining the podcast is Diamond Sponsor, Guidehouse, to share the fascinating results from their most recent survey of over 150 Healthcare Executives. Both Bryan Chamberlin and Ryan Ashton, with Guidehouse, share valuable and intriguing insights that you don't want to miss. Thank you Guidehouse.
Join Oregon HFMA Chapter President, Tammie Coon, and hosts, Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson as they interview powerhouse healthcare leaders Amanda Gordon with Legacy Health, Tammy Bickle with OHSU and Erin Coffey with Asante Health to gain valuable insight into ways various organizations are engaging their staff using education and networking made available via HFMA.
A heart-touching and informative healthcare leadership and finance podcast.
In this episode of Imagine Amazing, President Tammie Coon invites OR HFMA Past President, Matt Navigato (VP Revenue Cycle at OHSU) to join. Matt shares his deep insight into the face of healthcare past, present and future. Matt also shares his TOP 10 list for successful leadership in healthcare.
As Matt is preparing to retire, he is surprised during the podcast with a visit from some of his past and present mentors who share their thoughts with our listeners.
In this episode, President Tammie Coon invites Tony Andrade, a partner at Moss Adams which is one of the 10 largest accounting firms in the United States. Tony addresses the important CARES ACT options including qualifying for, funding of and important reporting requirements. He also takes time to explore the impacts of Oregon's Governor Kate Brown's 2021 Budget proposals. President, Tammie Coon also addresses the much anticipated dates scheduled in 2021 to allow Oregon HFMA members to once again meet at an in-person event. A valuable and timely podcast!
In this episode, hosts Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson are joined by guest, Scott Purcell, President of ACA International and Professional Credit Service and Oregon HFMA President Tammie Coon. Scott dives into amazing content to improve and drive recovery of healthcare self-pay balances. He also shares the secret to better engagement with the patients for an improved patient financial engagement. Oregon HFMA Chapter President, Tammie Coon, covers new insights to Oregon House Bill 3076 and insights on the Community Benefit Spending Floor required through the new bill. This episode is packed full of valuable information. A must watch and enjoy episode.
Join hosts, Kelly Smith and Jeff Johnson In this episode of Imagine Amazing, Oregon HFMA's podcast with its current president, Tammie Coon, we are joined by guests Tracy Packingham, Director of Chapter Relations for HFMA the association and Tammy Bickle, Director of Revenue Cycle at OHSU where we discuss national and chapter member resources available through HFMA and the local Oregon HFMA chapter. The team also discusses and shares trends with COVID-19 and resources available to members. A must listen episode!
A new Season is HERE! Join the new chapter president, Tammie Coon, as she discusses what's new for members in 2020-2021 and what the organization is doing to bring value to healthcare providers in Oregon amidst these challenging times. Get to know the new president and what to expect in 2020-2021. I great listen with fun new co-host Kelly Smith!
In this episode, President Kelly Smith is joined by most of Oregon's Healthcare Systems to discuss the impact of COVID-19 and what each is doing and preparing to do to get back to a financially secure healthcare model. Each hospital shares what has worked and what hasn't and best practices to survive. Great content!
In this fascinating episode, President Kelly Smith interviews Meredith Peterson, VP of Finance at Tuality Health in Portland about what keeps her up at night. Meredith shares some great insight to const containment impacting all healthcare facilities. Kelly also tackles a new proposed national bill impacting healthcare. It's a true must listen!
In this Episode, President Kelly Smith meets with Certification Chair, Jason Baker and Membership Chair Susan Donham to discuss the power and benefits of HFMA's various certification programs (free with all memberships) and the trending legislation impacting healthcare in Oregon. If you want to know how to take advantage of one of the most powerful parts your HFMA membership, then you'll want to listen to this episode.
In this very informative and interesting Episode, Kelly Smith the current HFMA President discusses the value of the upcoming Western Region Symposium along with what healthcare systems in Oregon are doing for patient pricing estimates. Technology is really driving patient estimates and you won't want to miss what is trending and coming in the future.
Special guest appearances from Kim Carter and Amanda Gordon of Legacy Health and Kristi Cushman from OHSU.
Oregon HFMA 2019-2020 President Kelly Smith discusses some history and new issues facing healthcare in Oregon. Additionally, the Sponsorship Committee chair, Tammy Bickle shares the benefits of sponsorship within the chapter! Oregon Healthcare Finance at its finest! #orhfma #OregonHFMA #HFMA #HealthcareFinance
Season 1, Episode 2 is a special one. It's not every day that a healthcare bill surprises systems and providers, but a new healthcare bill in Oregon is doing just that!
Streamed live from Oregon HFMA's 2019 summer conference, President Kelly Smith from OHSU along with host Jeff Johnson and guests Matt Navigato and John Esa, discuss the impact of a new healthcare bill in Oregon and explore the benefits of networking available to members of Oregon HFMA.
This is a unique Podcast about Healthcare Finance challenges and solutions in the State of Oregon and the Western United States with the current president of the Oregon Healthcare Financial Management Association.
If you are interested in finance and healthcare or work with a hospital or medical facility, you don't want to miss this podcast.