Betsy Parkinson
About Betsy Parkinson
Betsy Parkinson serves as the Regional Sales Director for Provider Sales at MCG Health, where she has worked since 2012. With a background in healthcare sales and management, she has held various leadership roles, including Vice President of Sales at Alere and Eastern Regional Director at ActiveHealth Management.
Current Role at MCG Health
Betsy Parkinson serves as the Regional Sales Director for Provider Sales at MCG Health, a part of the Hearst Health network. She has held this position since 2012, contributing to the company's growth and strategic direction in the Southeast region. In her role, she consults with healthcare executives to present strategic solutions that address both business and clinical challenges. Her focus includes optimizing length of stay by mitigating avoidable variances from optimal care pathways.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Sales
Prior to her current role, Betsy Parkinson held several significant positions in healthcare sales. She worked as the Vice President of Sales at Alere, formerly Matria Healthcare, from 2000 to 2007. Before that, she was the Eastern Regional Director at ActiveHealth Management from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, she served as the Vice President of Sales at The Assist Group from 2007 to 2011 and worked as Regional Director Managed Care at Matria Healthcare from 1988 to 1997.
Educational Background
Betsy Parkinson earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. Her studies spanned from 1976 to 1980, providing her with a solid foundation in healthcare principles that she has applied throughout her career in various leadership roles in the industry.
Expertise in Care Management
Betsy Parkinson has extensive expertise in care management and quality improvement initiatives. She facilitates the use of validated best clinical practices to support care management goals and reduce payer denials. Her work includes driving quality and efficiency by measuring performance against emergency room and observation care utilization benchmarks. She is also involved in reducing readmissions through effective management of care transitions and patient education.