Jim Kerins, MBA
About Jim Kerins, MBA
Jim Kerins, MBA, serves as the Director of Reimbursement and Healthcare Analytics at AtriCure, Inc. He has extensive experience in healthcare economics and analytics, having held various managerial roles in notable organizations and specializing in integrating technology into healthcare strategies.
Current Role at AtriCure
Jim Kerins serves as the Director of Reimbursement and Healthcare Analytics at AtriCure, Inc. He has held this position since 2023 in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. In this role, he focuses on reimbursement strategies and healthcare analytics, leveraging his extensive experience in the healthcare sector to enhance operational efficiencies and patient outcomes.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Economics
Prior to his current role, Jim Kerins worked at AtriCure, Inc. as the Senior Manager of Global Healthcare Economics & Reimbursement from 2020 to 2023. He has also held significant positions at St. Jude Medical, where he served as Manager of Healthcare Economics & Reimbursement and Manager of Business Analysis in the Neuromodulation division. His experience spans over a decade in various roles that emphasize healthcare economics and reimbursement strategies.
Educational Background
Jim Kerins earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with honors from the SMU Cox School of Business, where he concentrated on Finance and Strategy & Entrepreneurship. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Biomedical Engineering from Vanderbilt University. Additionally, he completed a Certificate in International Finance from Universidad de Chile, which complements his expertise in healthcare analytics and economics.
Specializations and Focus Areas
Jim Kerins specializes in business planning, operations management, and revenue growth within the healthcare industry. He has a strong focus on integrating advanced technologies, including neuromodulation, surgical robotics, wearables, and digital health, into healthcare strategies. His work aims to enhance patient outcomes through value-based care and operational efficiencies.
Technical Proficiency and Tools
Jim possesses technical proficiency in various tools essential for healthcare analytics and management. His expertise includes SAP, SQL, Salesforce, eClinicalWorks, Tableau, Slack, Centricity, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access. This skill set supports his ability to utilize technology and information sharing to improve healthcare outcomes.