Amanda Ragona, MBA
About Amanda Ragona, MBA
Amanda Ragona, MBA, serves as the Director of Revenue Cycle at The Oregon Clinic since 2020. She has extensive experience in healthcare finance, having held various roles including Accounts Receivable Specialist Lead at Providence Health & Services and Adjunct Instructor at George Fox University.
Current Role at The Oregon Clinic
Amanda Ragona serves as the Director of Revenue Cycle at The Oregon Clinic, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees the revenue cycle processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance within the organization. Her responsibilities include managing billing, collections, and accounts receivable functions. Amanda's leadership contributes to the financial health of the clinic, enabling it to provide quality healthcare services.
Previous Experience in Revenue Cycle Management
Before her current role, Amanda worked at The Oregon Clinic as the Accounts Receivable Manager from 2016 to 2020. In this capacity, she managed the accounts receivable team and implemented strategies to improve collection rates. Prior to that, she was a Supervisor of Patient Financial Services at Cerner Corporation from 2015 to 2016, where she oversaw financial operations related to patient accounts. Her career began at Providence Health & Services as an Accounts Receivable Specialist Lead from 2009 to 2014.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Amanda Ragona holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Care Administration from Marylhurst University, which she completed in 2018. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Administration from George Fox University in 2015. Her educational journey began with an Associate of Science Transfer Degree from Clackamas Community College, followed by an Associate of Art Transfer Degree from Portland Community College. She completed her high school education at Clackamas High School.
Teaching Experience at George Fox University
From 2018 to 2022, Amanda served as an Adjunct Instructor at George Fox University. In this role, she taught courses related to health care administration and management, sharing her expertise with students. Her experience in academia complements her professional background in revenue cycle management, allowing her to bridge practical knowledge with theoretical concepts.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout her career, Amanda has developed a strong skill set in revenue cycle management, financial operations, and healthcare administration. Her roles have equipped her with expertise in billing processes, accounts receivable management, and patient financial services. Amanda's diverse experience across various organizations has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the healthcare financial landscape.