Insight
Key Takeaways From IPMI Healthcare Finance Institute 2025
By Cameron Steeples, Director, Revenue Cycle
Navigating uncertainty was the dominant theme at the 2025 IPMI Healthcare Finance Institute, held April 6–8. Healthcare finance leaders voiced growing concern over the potential disruption that changes to federal Medicare and Medicaid funding could bring. With many organizations bracing for significant financial ripple effects, scenario planning and cost containment are top priorities.
The persistent divide between payers and providers also remained a key concern. Tegria’s session—Don’t Be Caught Flat-Footed: A Proactive Approach to Out-of-Network Preparedness—addressed this head-on. Alongside Novant Health, we shared a proven strategy for managing temporary out-of-network status, improving cash flow, operational efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
Technology challenges also took center stage, with many organizations undergoing ERP transitions—often to Workday—and struggling to integrate with existing EHRs. These integration hurdles came up frequently in C-suite discussions, highlighting the importance of aligning financial systems and clinical data to support better decision-making.
As healthcare organizations navigate these uncertain times, aligning financial planning with technology strategy will be essential to building resilience and agility. We’re partnering with clients to tackle these challenges head-on—bridging finance and IT to drive smarter, more sustainable outcomes.