Derrick brings 20 years of healthcare industry experience, starting in a clinical setting while advancing his education with degrees in accounting and public health. For the past decade, he has specialized in providing reimbursement and advisory services to various healthcare entities, including hospitals, outpatient centers, home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and rural health clinics. Derrick’s deep understanding of clinical and financial aspects enables him to offer a broad spectrum of services, such as DGME/IME, cost reporting, community health projects (CHNAs), operations, and auditor* reviews.
Armed with degrees in both nursing and accounting, Derrick is uniquely equipped to bridge the gap between clinical and business settings, making him an effective communicator across all sectors of the healthcare industry.
Years of Experience
9
Education
University of South Alabama, Bachelor’s
University of Southern Mississippi, Master’s
Professional & Civic Leadership
President Elect of HFMA – MS Chapter
Committee Member of the MSCPA – Healthcare Committee
Member of AICPA
Professional Credentials
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)