Sam is a principal with WPHC and has over 30 years of experience focused solely on post-acute healthcare and senior living. His clients include operators that range in size from small rural providers to national multi-facility chains. His background includes a broad range of services to post-acute providers in accounting, reimbursement, operations, and litigation support.
Sam has assisted many providers in obtaining both initial and refinancing of their facilities and has provided consultation services related to multiple sales and transfers of facilities. He has effectively represented a large number of Medicare and Medicaid long-term care providers in cost reimbursement issues, both on the informal and formal appeal levels. Sam is very knowledgeable in preparing and reviewing Medicare and Medicaid cost reports. He is also experienced in Virginia Health Information Rate Review filings, cost analysis, Certificate of Public Need applications, and optimizing third-party reimbursement.
He currently serves on the board of directors of Virginia Health Information (VHI) and recently served on the board of directors for the Virginia Healthcare Association | Virginia Center for Assisted Living (VHCAVCAL).
EDUCATION
James Madison University | MBA
University of Hartford (cum laude) | BA
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Virginia Health Care Association (VHCAVCAL) | Payment for Services member
Virginia Health Information (VHI) | Board of Directors
American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing (AAPCN)
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
LICENSES
Resident Assessment Coordinator-Certified (RAC-CT)
Certified Public Accountant – VA – 20132