Christine Palermo MD MBA Facp Cpc
About Christine Palermo MD MBA Facp Cpc
Christine Palermo, MD, MBA, FACP, CPC, serves as the System Director of Denials Management at CommonSpirit Health and is a guest lecturer at the University of Washington School of Public Health. With extensive experience in healthcare management and clinical practice, she has co-architected innovative value-based care programs and has held various leadership roles in medical organizations.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Christine Palermo serves as the System Director of Denials Management at CommonSpirit Health since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the management of claims denials, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing strategies to improve revenue cycle performance. Her experience in revenue cycle management and clinical operations supports her efforts in optimizing financial outcomes for the organization.
Education and Expertise
Christine Palermo holds an Executive MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management, which she completed from 2021 to 2023. She also earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Washington from 1996 to 2001. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both medical and business disciplines.
Background
Christine Palermo has a diverse professional background in healthcare management and clinical practice. She worked at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health for several years, where she held various positions, including Medical Director of Revenue Cycle and Physician Advisor. Her experience spans roles in primary care, business services, and leadership within healthcare organizations. She is actively involved in committees and advisory roles, contributing to healthcare policy and innovation.
Achievements
Christine Palermo has co-architected innovative value-based care programs at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, focusing on cardiac, spine, and joint bundles. She developed a nationally recognized Physician and Pharmacist Advisor program that combined clinical expertise with business and regulatory knowledge. Additionally, she has received awards for her contributions as a Medical Director of Revenue Cycle and Physician Advisor, highlighting her impact in the healthcare sector.
Current Roles and Involvement
In addition to her role at CommonSpirit Health, Christine Palermo is a Guest Lecturer at the University of Washington School of Public Health since 2023. She serves as an Advisory Council Member at Bainbridge Performing Arts and is a Committee Member at the Washington Health Alliance and the Washington State Medical Association. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her commitment to education, community engagement, and healthcare improvement.