May 20, 2009 -- The McMahon-Illini Chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) has announced the election of Ron Snyder, of H & R Accounts, Inc. as the Chapter’s President, effective June 1, 2009.
As President, Ron Snyder will be responsible for managing all chapter activities and for the overall operation of the chapter. He shall work to ensure member needs are addressed and that a high quality level of activity is maintained.
HFMA President and CEO, Richard L. Clarke, FHFMA says, "Ron Snyder’s leadership style will be an asset to the McMahon-Illini Chapter as well as the National Association."
Ron is a Partner with H & R Accounts in Moline, IL, a revenue cycle management firm. He currently maintains a Fellowship in the Healthcare Financial Management Association along with his Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP) designation. Ron has also received the HFMA Gold, Silver and Bronze awards for his active participation and leadership positions previously held in the chapter.
About HFMA:
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) is the nation's leading personal membership organization for healthcare financial management professionals. HFMA brings perspective and clarity to the industry’s complex issues for the purpose of preparing members to succeed. Through programs, publications and partnerships HFMA enhances the capabilities that strengthen not only individual careers, but also the organizations from which its members come.
HFMA members include nearly 32,000 healthcare financial management professionals employed by hospitals, integrated delivery systems, managed care organizations, ambulatory and long-term care facilities, physician practices, accounting and consulting firms, and insurance companies. Members' positions include chief executive office accounts manager, accountant, and consultant. Founded in 1946, HFMA has national headquarters and 70 chapter locations.
HFMA continually evaluates, interprets and clarifies the work of government and industry policy makers and, in doing so, has become a trusted resource for providing expert insights and relevant approaches to current healthcare finance issues. HFMA's educational and professional development programs, practical information and technical data provide members with practical and timely tools and solutions. Members receive career-long support through networking, idea sharing among peers, and mentoring relationships. For many members, HFMA is a primary vehicle for maintaining awareness of how their professional contributions make a difference in the lives of patients and in the health of communities.
For more information, visit HFMA's Web site at
www.hfma.org.