Our Culture
The Health Advisory Partners team understands post-acute care. That’s because we’ve been in the post-acute industry for decades, on both the clinical side and the corporate side of the business. We recognize the challenges of providing excellent care using evidence-based practices, efficiently managing a tight labor market, running a therapy department, ensuring effective documentation and keeping up with ever-evolving regulations.
To us, helping post-acute care businesses thrive is personal. We believe that enabling businesses to optimize their practices only leads to better patient care.
Meet the Team
Sandy Clifton, Vice President
Sandy Clifton is Vice President of Health Advisory Partners. She has over 35 years of experience working in the post-acute care industry. After joining Aegis Therapies’ predecessor in 1998, she rose through the leadership ranks, serving in various positions, such as Senior Operations Business Development Liaison, Division Vice President and Vice President of Operations. In April 2021, Sandy joined Health Advisory Partners and was promoted to Vice President in May 2022.
Sandy has been an integral part of Aegis Therapies since its inception and has received awards for both clinical and operational excellence, as well as the company’s Chairman Award in 2003. Sandy received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she graduated as the First Honor Graduate.
As a tenured professional and a clinician at heart, Sandy is well-positioned to guide Health Advisory Partners clients through the rapidly changing reimbursement environment.
Jessica Pranke, National Director
Jessica Pranke is the National Director of Health Advisory Partners. She has over 20 years of experience working in rehabilitation therapy as both a clinician and in operations. Jessica earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Florida and her Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Florida. She has additional certifications with AAPACN for RAC-CT and RAC-CTA. Additionally, Jessica helped develop AAPACN Certificate of Skills in Medicare, MDS and PDPM for SNF Therapy Professionals with other Aegis Therapies colleagues and AAPACN.
Jessica began her career as a speech-language pathologist and then rose through the ranks as a Rehab Program Manager, Area Manager and Clinical Practice Specialist. Her education and varied experience help inform her understanding of reimbursement challenges and the intricacies of therapy program management.
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Mike McOlvin
VP Operational Finance
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Barbara Christenson
Clinical Director
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Mark Besch
Senior Specialist for Government Affairs and Analytics
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Dawn Greaves
Chief Clinical and Innovation Officer
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Jaclyn Warshauer
National Director of Medical Review and Quality Services
Certified Risk Adjustment Coder CRC®
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Brit Jeffcoat
Chief Financial Officer
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Jack Strother
General Counsel
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Kolby Mangino
Director of Customer Analytics
Key Member of one of the Top 10 Data Analytics Services Companies in 2022 by CIO Applications
Testimonials
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"Since we started using Health Advisory Partners a year ago, we've increased revenues and enhanced our knowledge of the reimbursement process."
Larry, Healthcare Administrator
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"Knowledgeable and never condescending when pointing out areas that could be improved upon."
Rachelle, RN Manager
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"We have noted significant PDPM rate increases and accuracy in our MDS coding. They are very thorough."
Cynthia, Regional Director of Clinical Operations