Strategic Financial Consulting for Healthcare Practices
Financial clarity. Sustainable growth. Peace of mind.
Running a thriving practice requires more than clinical excellence—it demands financial strategy that supports your vision without draining your energy.
As Fractional CFO and Financial Strategist at Tracy Cherpeski International, Aaron Gold, MBA brings specialized expertise to independent healthcare practices navigating the complexities of revenue cycles, cash flow, and strategic growth.
Aaron helps practice owners:
Optimize revenue cycles with streamlined billing and claims processes that reduce denials and accelerate payments—many practices see 15-20% cash flow improvement within months
Build financial resilience through rolling forecasts, strategic cash reserves, and proactive management of reimbursement timing
Make data-driven decisions by tracking the KPIs that matter most: collection rates, denial rates, revenue per encounter, and operational efficiency
Plan for sustainable growth with budgets and financial projections aligned to your clinical goals and long-term vision
Aaron's approach combines analytical rigor with creative problem-solving, providing the financial foundation that allows you to focus on what you do best: patient care.
Ready to strengthen your practice's financial health?
Strategic Financial Consulting Packages
Getting Started: Onboarding
Financial Foundation Review — Investment $1,800 (one-time)
4-6 hours | Quick financial assessment + actionable summary report
Get immediate clarity on your practice's financial health. Aaron conducts a focused review of your current financials, identifies quick wins for cash flow improvement, and delivers a summary report with prioritized recommendations. Ideal if you need a financial baseline or want to test-drive working with a fractional CFO before committing to ongoing support.
What's included: Revenue cycle analysis, cash flow assessment, top 3-5 KPIs to track, prioritized action plan
Strategic Financial Assessment — Investment $3,000 (one-time)
8-12 hours | Comprehensive analysis + customized KPI dashboard and presentation
Go deep. Aaron performs a comprehensive financial analysis, builds a customized KPI dashboard tailored to your practice, and delivers a detailed presentation with strategic recommendations. You'll walk away with both immediate insights and the infrastructure for ongoing financial visibility. Ideal for practices ready to build robust financial systems or preparing for growth.
What's included: Full revenue cycle analysis, cash flow deep-dive, customized KPI dashboard, payer mix analysis, strategic recommendations presentation, 90-day implementation roadmap
Ongoing Support
Essential — Investment $2,000/month
4 hours/month | Monthly financial review + cash flow management + KPI tracking
Consistent financial oversight without the overhead. Aaron provides monthly reviews of your key financial metrics, proactive cash flow management, and KPI tracking to keep you informed and on track. You'll have a fractional CFO in your corner, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.
What's included: Monthly financial review meetings, cash flow monitoring and recommendations, KPI dashboard updates, quarterly trend analysis, email/phone support
Best for: Established practices needing steady financial guidance and accountability
Growth — Investment $3,200/month
6-8 hours/month | Everything in Essential + forecasting + payer strategy + financial modeling
Strategic planning meets proactive management. Beyond Essential's consistent oversight, Aaron develops financial forecasts, analyzes payer strategies, and builds financial models to support your growth decisions—whether you're adding providers, opening locations, or investing in new services.
What's included: Everything in Essential, plus: rolling 6-12 month cash flow forecasts, payer contract analysis and negotiation support, financial modeling for expansion/investments, scenario planning, budgeting support
Best for: Growing practices planning expansion, adding services, or navigating significant operational changes
Not sure which package fits?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your practice's specific needs. Aaron will help you determine the right starting point.
FAQ:
What is a fractional CFO? A fractional CFO provides executive-level financial strategy and oversight on a part-time or project basis—giving you expert guidance without full-time salary and benefits costs.
Who is this for? Independent healthcare practice owners and small group practices who need strategic financial support to optimize revenue, manage cash flow, and plan for growth.
How quickly can I see results? Many practices see 15-20% cash flow improvement within 3-6 months through targeted revenue cycle fixes and proactive financial management.
About Aaron Gold, MBA | Fractional CFO
Aaron Gold brings 30+ years of financial leadership experience to independent healthcare practice owners who need strategic guidance without full-time CFO overhead. Throughout his career—from directing the financial performance of multi-million dollar divisions to serving as CFO of an $8M organization—Aaron has consistently delivered measurable results: improving profitability by 6-15%, reducing overhead costs by 10%, and creating financial dashboards that drive actionable decisions at every level.
As Fractional CFO at Tracy Cherpeski International, Aaron specializes in revenue cycle optimization, cash flow management, and growth planning for medical practices. He understands the unique financial challenges of healthcare operations—from navigating insurance reimbursement delays to managing unpredictable cash flow while maintaining quality patient care. His approach combines rigorous financial analysis with creative problem-solving, identifying the specific levers that accelerate payments, stabilize reserves, and unlock sustainable growth.
Aaron's philosophy: being a CFO is about more than numbers—it's about creating meaningful results through passion, flexibility, and strategic insight. He develops customized KPI tracking and financial reporting systems that give practice owners the clarity and confidence to make informed decisions that support both clinical excellence and financial health.
When he's not helping practices strengthen their financial foundations, Aaron enjoys hiking, planning the next adventure, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers. He lives in Chapel Hill, NC with his family.
Professional motto: Financial clarity paves the way for unlimited growth.