Anthony J. Friscia
About Anthony J. Friscia
Anthony J. Friscia is a Lead Systems Engineer with extensive experience in software architecture and design, currently working at Cognizant and General Dynamics Information Technology. He specializes in federal financial accounting systems, particularly HIGLAS, which processes millions of Medicare claims daily.
Work at EmblemHealth
Anthony J. Friscia has served as a Lead Systems Engineer at EmblemHealth since 1999. With over 25 years of experience in this role, he operates from the company's office located at 441 Ninth Avenue. His responsibilities include working on HIGLAS, a significant federal financial accounting system that processes approximately 4.5 million Medicare claims daily and manages over $2.0 trillion in payments each year.
Current Roles at Cognizant and General Dynamics Information Technology
Since 2016, Friscia has held the position of Lead Systems Engineer - Infra-BPaaS at Cognizant, where he has worked for 8 years at 55 Water Street, New York, NY. In 2023, he began working as a Software Engineer Advisor and Autosys developer at General Dynamics Information Technology, focusing on HIGLAS. His dual roles reflect his expertise in systems engineering and software development.
Expertise in HIGLAS and Financial Accounting
Friscia's work primarily revolves around HIGLAS, which is recognized as one of the largest accounting systems globally. His contributions are crucial for the standardization and centralization of federal financial accounting across all of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) programs. His role involves engaging in creative solutions that integrate tools and technology to enhance automation and product throughput.
Experience in Software Architecture and Design
With extensive experience in software architecture, design, and implementation, Friscia focuses on improving operational efficiency. He has successfully led projects that implement various monitoring and management tools, which have transformed the operational practices of support teams. His work emphasizes the importance of effective software solutions in enhancing business processes.