Philip Rickenbaker
About Philip Rickenbaker
Philip Rickenbaker serves as the Vice President of Payor Strategy at Within Health, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in the healthcare and insurance sectors, having held various leadership roles and developed strategic partnerships throughout his career.
Current Role at Within Health
Philip Rickenbaker serves as the Vice President of Payor Strategy at Within Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing strategies that enhance partnerships with payors. His work is pivotal in aligning the company's objectives with the needs of insurance partners, ensuring effective revenue cycle management and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Revenue Cycle Management
Philip Rickenbaker has a background in revenue cycle management, having held significant positions at various organizations. He worked as the Director of Revenue Cycle Management at Tennessee Health Management from 2012 to 2014 and at SmileDirectClub from 2014 to 2016. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of the complexities involved in healthcare revenue processes.
Consulting and Leadership in Healthcare
Since 2017, Philip Rickenbaker has been active as a consultant specializing in revenue cycle and insurance operations. His role as a business leader involves advising various companies on strategies to optimize their revenue processes. His leadership experience extends to his tenure as Senior Vice President of Insurance Operations and Strategic Partnerships at byte® from 2018 to 2021.
Educational Background
Philip Rickenbaker studied at Columbia State Community College, where he earned an Associate of Science degree from 2002 to 2007. He later attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, achieving a Bachelor of Business Administration in 2023. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in healthcare and insurance.
Expertise in Healthcare and Insurance
Philip Rickenbaker possesses extensive expertise in the healthcare and insurance sectors. His skills include insurance contractual audits and project/system implementation and improvement. He is recognized for his ability to generate strategic partnerships and grow revenues in fast-paced environments, contributing to his comprehensive track record in the industry.