Leo A. Vela, Crcp I
About Leo A. Vela, Crcp I
Leo A. Vela, Crcp I, is an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager at Gastro Health, where he has worked since 2017. He holds an AAHAM Certified Revenue Cycle Professional certification and has over 24 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle management.
Work at Gastro Health
Leo A. Vela has been serving as the Accounts Receivable Manager at Gastro Health since 2017. In this role, he oversees the management of accounts receivable processes, ensuring efficient revenue cycle operations. His responsibilities include optimizing billing practices and enhancing financial performance within the organization. His tenure at Gastro Health has contributed to the overall effectiveness of the revenue cycle management.
Professional Certification
Leo A. Vela holds the AAHAM Certified Revenue Cycle Professional certification. This credential demonstrates his expertise and commitment to best practices in revenue cycle management. The certification is recognized within the healthcare industry and signifies his proficiency in managing financial processes that impact healthcare organizations.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Gastro Health, Leo A. Vela worked at D-MED Corporation as a Consultant Manager from 1996 to 2006. He then transitioned to Merritt Hawkins, where he served as a Search Consultant from 2007 to 2010. These roles provided him with extensive experience in healthcare operations and consulting, further enhancing his skills in revenue cycle management.
Education and Expertise
Leo A. Vela studied at San Antonio College, focusing on Communication and Media Studies from 1987 to 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in providing solutions management and market insights related to healthcare revenue cycle processes. His bilingual abilities further enhance his communication skills in diverse healthcare settings.
Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management Experience
With over 24 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle management, Leo A. Vela specializes in operations that affect financial processes in various healthcare environments. His experience spans outpatient clinics, large hospitals, and nursing home organizations, allowing him to understand the complexities of revenue cycle management across different practice settings.