At DZA, our clients rely on more than just technical accounting expertise, they rely on people who understand the realities of healthcare finance and are committed to helping organizations succeed. Brennan Pendleton, a Manager at DZA, brings exactly that combination of skill, perspective, and dedication to every engagement he works on.
For more than a decade, Garrett Gfeller has been a steady and trusted part of DZA’s audit team. Now a Manager specializing in not-for-profit audits, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), single audits, and employee benefit plans, he brings a unique balance of technical rigor, curiosity, and deep appreciation for the missions behind the organizations he serves.
Hospitals planning to request a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) pass-through exception for the upcoming calendar year must submit their applications this month. Submissions must include a letter requesting the exemption, an exemption questionnaire, and signed CRNA billing agreements.
As a Manager at DZA, Jeremy Valdez is the kind of person who sees a project through, from the first client email to the final deliverable, whether it is a full audit, a Medicare cost report, or any other financial puzzle a client brings his way.
Beginning January 1, 2026, Washington State is raising the salary amount employers must pay someone in order for employees to remain exempt from overtime, minimum wage, and paid sick leave…
Welcome to DZA’s latest reimbursement newsletter—and guess what? If you didn’t know by now the government is finally back open and Congress didn’t waste a second. They passed House Resolution…
DZA is pleased to introduce a new position, Director of Advisory Solutions, and to welcome Steve Febus into this important role. Steve brings nearly four decades of healthcare leadership experience to the firm. In his role, he focuses on helping hospitals strengthen operations through revenue cycle management, strategic planning, financial effectiveness, and sustainable growth initiatives.
As a Senior Manager at DZA, Dan specializes in providing assurance services to a variety of clients, including not-for-profits and health centers. He’s also deeply involved in single audits, which are critical for organizations that receive federal funding.
In Part I, we covered IRS compliance checks in the Section 501(r) and the importance of hospitals completing their own periodic assessment to strengthen ties with patients and the community,…
Hospitals with 501(c)(3) status—did you know that the IRS is assessing your compliance with Section 501(r) regulations at least once every three years? When the Patient Protection and Affordable Care…
