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Expertise
I can answer questions about types of healthcare, healthcare institutions, healthcare delivery systems, insurance types, national healthcare issues. I can't answer questions about specific medical billing issues or medical problems.
Experience in the area
I spent 12 years as a hospital administrator, including roles as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer during my 30 year career as a healthcare executive. I spent 9 years as an executive in a national healthcare management company and now run a healthcare consulting business.
Publications
Group Practice Management Journal Health Information Management Journal Southern California Physician www.healthworldnet.com
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology, Northeastern University, Boston, MA M.S. Health Policy & Management, Harvard School of Public Health
Past/Present Clients
Cardiovascular Associates of the Virgin Islands MedQuest Ultimate Transition Fitness Emeryville Medical Groups Occupational Medical centers PeopleCARE Intivia Healthworldnet ESources AussieMed MedCARE Nereus Medical International Hayes Consulting Sohnar ConceptShare
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Megan Madge | 11/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Sue is not only passionate about her ..... |
| Richard | 11/03/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Went the extra mile to research my ..... |
| kim | 10/12/09 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 10 | |
| Steve | 08/25/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Many thanks. Very helpful Steve |
| hiren | 08/11/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the guidance. |
Recent Answers from Sue Brissette
2009-11-15 selling the idea of a free bipolar clinic:
HI, I think you need to start with what you mean by a bipolar clinic. Do you mean therapeuitic services? How will they be remimbursed? WHo do yo plan to have on staff to provide those services? What
2009-11-08 Masters in Interntional Healthcare Management, Economics, and Policy:
Hi, I'm a little confused. It sounds as though you are trying to decide whether to get a healthcare mgt master's degree in the US or in the states, right? If you are intending to go into international
2009-11-04 MHSA/MPH options:
Hi, It would be best to try to get involved with an area that provides an overview of the hospital. Those areas are quality improvement, risk management, accreditation and patient advocacy. I'm not
2009-11-04 Career path:
Hi, Chambers are usually much more local. If you live in a city, that city will have a Chamber. If you live in a smaller community, there will be some sort of regional or county Chamber. Here's a link
2009-11-01 Career path:
Hi, It's difficult to find a good job with a BS in healthcare administration; the entry card is really the master's. You might be able to get into a medical practice and that would be good experience
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