Business Details
48 Years
experience
Healthcare Accounting Solutions in Russellville, KY
Hargis & Associates has been delivering specialized accounting solutions to the healthcare industry since 1978. Our firm focuses exclusively on the financial needs of long-term care providers, offering expertise in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, tax planning, and financial workflow optimization. With decades of experience, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to help clients navigate complex regulatory environments. Our team of certified professionals provides tailored consulting, billing services, and strategic planning to enhance operational efficiency.We prioritize compliance with healthcare standards while enabling clients to focus on resident care. Our proven track record includes successful cost report preparation, accounts receivable management, and training programs for healthcare facilities. By staying ahead of policy changes, we position clients for financial stability in a dynamic industry. Our commitment to measurable results has earned long-term partnerships with nursing facilities across Kentucky and Indiana.
Services
Medicare Billing
Medicaid Billing
Tax Preparation
Payroll Solutions
Financial Consulting
Cost Report Preparation
Accounts Receivable Analysis
Billing Training
Strategic Planning
Reimbursement Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of healthcare-specific accounting expertise
- Our team includes CPAs with specialized Medicare/Medicaid knowledge
- We provide on-site training and workflow optimization services
- We maintain active memberships in key healthcare associations
- Our consultants develop customized financial strategies for long-term care providers
What people say
23% reduction in total A/R
Knowledgeable and responsive
Cash collections exceeded revenues
Great partner
Instrumental support during transitions
Services
Medicare Billing
Specialized Medicare billing services ensure accurate claims submission and compliance with evolving regulations. Our team handles claims processing, payment collections, and appeals while optimizing cash flow for healthcare providers. With decades of experience in long-term care facilities, we implement efficient billing systems that reduce accounts receivable delays and maximize revenue recovery through proper documentation and follow-up procedures.
Medicaid Cost Reports
Comprehensive Medicaid cost report preparation services help healthcare facilities maintain compliance and optimize reimbursements. Our experts analyze financial data, verify allowable costs, and ensure accurate documentation to support claims. With over 40 years of experience, we help clients navigate complex reporting requirements while minimizing audit risks and maximizing financial returns through meticulous preparation and industry-specific knowledge.
Tax Planning
Strategic tax planning services for healthcare providers identify savings opportunities while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Our CPAs specialize in healthcare tax credits, property tax assessments, and audit support. We help clients reduce tax liabilities through proactive planning and provide expert representation during IRS audits, leveraging our deep understanding of healthcare-specific tax issues and incentives.
Financial Consulting
Tailored financial consulting services address the unique challenges of long-term care providers. We offer budgeting assistance, growth planning, and operational assessments to improve financial performance. Our consultants develop customized strategies for regulatory compliance, reimbursement optimization, and workflow efficiency, combining industry expertise with hands-on support to help healthcare organizations achieve long-term financial stability and operational excellence.
Billing Training
Comprehensive billing training programs equip healthcare staff with essential skills for effective revenue cycle management. Our experts provide on-site instruction covering Medicare/Medicaid billing procedures, claims processing, and compliance requirements. Through hands-on training and system-specific guidance, we help facilities maintain accurate billing practices, reduce errors, and improve overall financial performance while ensuring staff remain current with regulatory changes and industry best practices.
People
Sarah McIntosh
President
As President of Hargis & Associates, Sarah McIntosh leads strategic initiatives for healthcare financial services. With extensive experience in long-term care accounting, she oversees client relationships and service delivery while maintaining the firm's commitment to industry excellence and client-focused solutions.
Linda Fritsch
Senior Tax Manager
Linda Fritsch brings over 30 years of tax expertise to Hargis & Associates. As Senior Tax Manager, she oversees all tax services including planning, compliance, and audit support for healthcare clients. Her deep understanding of healthcare tax issues helps clients optimize financial outcomes while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Gene Hargis
Founder
Gene Hargis established the firm in 1978 and has shaped its focus on healthcare accounting. His leadership has built a legacy of specialized financial services for long-term care providers, combining industry knowledge with personalized client support to deliver measurable results across Kentucky and Indiana.
Robin Parker
Senior Accountant
Robin Parker provides expert accounting services to healthcare clients as a Senior Accountant. With CPA certification and extensive experience in long-term care financial management, she contributes to financial statement preparation, cost report analysis, and consulting services that help clients achieve operational efficiency and compliance.
Kyle Fritsch
Director of Revenue Management
Kyle Fritsch leads revenue management initiatives at Hargis & Associates. His expertise in healthcare billing systems and reimbursement strategies helps facilities optimize cash flow. He oversees billing operations and implements solutions that improve accounts receivable performance for long-term care providers across the firm's service areas.
Questions
What healthcare accounting services do you specialize in?
We specialize in Medicare/Medicaid billing, cost report preparation, tax planning, accounts receivable analysis, and financial consulting specifically for long-term care providers.
How do you help improve cash flow for healthcare facilities?
We reduce days in accounts receivable through specialized billing services, claims optimization, and systematic follow-up processes tailored to healthcare reimbursement cycles.
Do you offer on-site training for billing staff?
Yes, we provide customized on-site training programs covering Medicare/Medicaid billing procedures, system operations, and compliance requirements for healthcare staff.
How long have you served the healthcare industry?
We've specialized in healthcare accounting since 1978, providing over 45 years of continuous service to long-term care providers in Kentucky and Indiana.
What billing software systems do you support?
We support major healthcare billing systems including PCC, AHT, and Matrix, with expertise in payer setup, rate configurations, and system optimization.
Can you assist with SNF purchase transitions?
Yes, we provide specialized billing support during skilled nursing facility ownership transitions, ensuring uninterrupted cash flow and smooth regulatory compliance during change-of-ownership processes.
