Kurt Baumgartel
About Kurt Baumgartel
Kurt Baumgartel serves as the Chief Executive Officer of CORA Physical Therapy, bringing extensive experience in healthcare management and operations. His career includes leadership roles at various healthcare organizations, where he focused on strategic planning, corporate compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Current Role at Cora Physical Therapy
Kurt Baumgartel serves as the Chief Executive Officer of CORA Physical Therapy, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, he leads the organization in delivering quality physical therapy services. His role involves overseeing operational strategies and ensuring the alignment of the company's goals with industry standards.
Previous Work Experience
Kurt Baumgartel has held various leadership positions in the healthcare sector. He was the Chief Operating Officer at Evolution Health from 2019 to 2020 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Clinical Services at Celtic Healthcare, Inc from 2001 to 2005. He also worked at Compassus as Executive Vice President Home-Based Care in 2022 and held multiple roles at Celtic Healthcare, including Chief Operating Officer from 2005 to 2016 and President & Chief Operating Officer from 2016 to 2018.
Educational Background
Kurt Baumgartel studied at Duquesne University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from 1991 to 1995. He also completed a Master's in Physical Therapy at Duquesne University from 1995 to 1996. Additionally, he attended the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business, participating in the Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence Fellowship Program from 2007 to 2008.
Expertise in Healthcare Management
Kurt Baumgartel possesses expertise in information strategy and government affairs, particularly in home health, hospice, palliative care, rehabilitation, and private duty healthcare sectors. He has extensive experience in strategic planning and leadership development, contributing to his effectiveness in enhancing operations and improving profitability in post-acute healthcare businesses.
Involvement in Healthcare Compliance
Throughout his career, Kurt Baumgartel has been involved in corporate compliance and labor management within the healthcare industry. His strong background in payor/provider value-based care strategies has enabled him to navigate complex regulatory environments and implement effective compliance measures.