Board-Level Compliance: What Actually Works in Healthcare with Jean Rush

In this episode of the Compliance Advantage Podcast, host Ross Ronan discusses transforming compliance into a strategic asset with healthcare compliance leader Jean Rush. They explore how robust compliance programs can protect profits and uncover hidden revenue opportunities through accurate coding.

They also touch on the importance of compliance readiness for private equity-backed companies, operationalizing compliance programs, and the role of board members in providing oversight. Jean shares her extensive experience across various healthcare roles and offers practical advice on making compliance a proactive, integral part of a company’s culture.

Additionally, the episode highlights the critical need for board and executive education in compliance to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory adherence.

Jean Rush's Bio:
Jean had a long and successful career on the payer side of healthcare with roles that included President of Cigna’s Medicare business, CEO of Kentucky Spirit Healthplan and Head of Government Markets at Highmark Bluecross Blueshield. Following her retirement from her corporate roles in 2018, Jean has served on various Boards of Directors including Addus Homecare, Eventus Wholehealth, Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, and WBL (Women Business Leaders in the US Healthcare Industry.) She has also served on several Advisory Boards including Aarete, Vaxcare, and The Hangout Spot.

Connect with her on LinkedIn:
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00:07 Meet Jean Rush: A Leader in Healthcare Compliance
00:44 The Importance of Compliance Programs
01:22 Welcome to the Compliance Advantage Podcast
02:28 Jean Rush's Current Focus and Board Work
03:19 Investing in Compliance Programs
03:45 Quantifying ROI from Compliance Programs
08:07 Essentials of Effective Compliance Programs
09:06 Top-Down Commitment to Compliance
10:29 Board Members' Role in Compliance
13:33 Liability and Governance in Compliance
19:49 The Strategic Role of Compliance Executives
24:42 Proactive Assessments and Internal Audits
27:58 Advice for Future Healthcare Leaders
30:42 Work-Life Harmony: Jean Rush's Approach
32:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts