Data Strategy, Analytics and Management To improve operations and care delivery while making better business and clinical decisions, you have to unlock the secrets in your data. That’s why leading healthcare organizations have entrusted Freed with more than 50 data analytics projects over the last five years. Our healthcare analytics consultants can help you optimize data flow, data assets and data sharing through robust data-management standards. We can give you a clear vision and strategy for your enterprise data management. And we can deploy the analytics it takes to deliver the insights you need. Alignment of data capabilities with business needs Advancing analytics and building business intelligence capabilities Data governance assessment, strategy and implementation
System Implementation and Optimization When it comes to helping you manage complex system implementations and improve the way your existing technology supports emerging business needs, we have an extensive track record of success. During implementation planning, we always factor in operational readiness, change management, and organizational impact to achieve stakeholder buy-in. We guide you through each step of implementation, beginning with key decision-maker engagement and system design. And we conduct rigorous testing, training and transition-to-production with “at the elbow” support to ensure a smooth go-live. Trained in Lean and Agile methodologies, our healthcare technology consultants work closely with your stakeholders to serve as a bridge for success between your business teams and technology partners. Technology design, implementation and optimization Technology system integrations Solution go-live planning and support
Technology Strategy Lean in or get left behind. You need well-thought-out strategies to take full advantage of new technologies and healthcare digital transformation initiatives. Especially when it comes to minimizing risk and maximizing reward. Freed’s healthcare technology consultants can help you evaluate your existing technology, advance your business objectives, eliminate redundancy or excess costs stemming from disparate systems, and identify integrations that boost optimization. In addition, we’re a completely agnostic partner that can evaluate complex vendor capabilities, and recommend innovative technologies that will improve your clinical and business excellence. Technology portfolio planning and road map development Technology solution assessment and selection Solution benefits analysis and realization planning
Gwen Elwood Healthcare Consultant Guided state health agency operational teams through the implementation and expansion of a state-wide data initiative Led a government-sponsored health plan effort to assess and mature regulatory reporting data management Executed complex data analysis for a large health system’s federal compliance audit submission Executed the regional roll-out of health information exchange system integrations and end-user provider onboarding Bio Detail
John Tanner Healthcare Consultant Keeps abreast of technical advances; bridges business needs with technical capabilities Experienced in a broad spectrum of health information domains Practices first asking what we are solving for and then using iteration to refine Promoter of using data and analytics to inform decisions at all organization levels Skilled listener and facilitator for building sustainable technology solutions Bio Detail
Mark Schneider Healthcare Consultant Collaborates with leadership to enhance their business strategies and processes through healthcare technology Offers extensive experience guiding organizations through all phases of complex system implementations, including strategic planning, system selection, feasibility and cost-benefit analysis, implementation, and operational readiness and change management Draws on diverse skills and experience to support healthcare clients in addressing their rapidly changing needs Bio Detail
Robin Figueroa Healthcare Consultant Collaborates with business and technical stakeholders to leverage technology and enhance workflows Connects strategy, people, and technology to achieve sustainable outcomes Solves multifaceted healthcare operational and organizational problems and excels at moving challenging projects forward Leads complex healthcare initiatives focused on equity, access, and efficiency Bio Detail
Alan Stadelhofer Healthcare Consultant Provides strategic counsel and excellent project leadership on complex technology system implementations Leverages data analytics and strong client communication while identifying opportunities to enhance business practices through technology Delivers excellent project leadership for areas including data warehouse implementation, HIE deployments, interface integrations, and data migrations Bio Detail
Alex Go Executive Vice President, Client Solutions Over 30 years in technical product management, enterprise data management, and analytics across healthcare, semiconductor, and manufacturing industries Serves as a thought partner to healthcare leaders seeking to optimize their data assets and develop a vision and strategy for enterprise data management Leads the Freed client executive team to leverage best practices, optimize client value, and develop firm partnerships Bio Detail
Healthcare Operations Consulting The rapid evolution of healthcare is forcing all organizations to continuously adjust. Freed has the expert consultants you need to advance your operational improvements, from business practices to care delivery, to care management practices and facilities planning. Learn More
Healthcare Strategy Consulting Implementing sustainable, strategic change in healthcare has always been a challenge. That’s why so many organizations turn to Freed Associates. Our healthcare consultants not only guide senior leadership to help make transformation initiatives a reality, but we also roll up our sleeves and work side by side with your implementation teams to get initiatives across the finish line. Learn More
Healthcare Regulatory Compliance Consulting Improving efficiencies and delivering better care depends on robust data analytics capabilities and well-designed systems. Freed has decades of experience helping to realize the value of these investments, from data strategy and analytics initiatives to digital transformation and complex system implementations. Learn More
Healthcare Revenue Cycle Consulting Meeting state and federal-issued regulations is an intensely confusing, time-consuming and constant endeavor. Freed can help you accurately interpret regulations, evaluate appropriate actions, drive impact assessments, achieve regulatory preparedness and successfully complete health plan audits. Learn More