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At Deborah Heart and Lung Center, there is no price tag on life.
In this episode, Rich Temple talks about the unique approach of the Deborah Heart and Lung Center, which is not balance-billing patients, emphasizing their commitment to providing excellent care. He recounts his journey from bill collector to healthcare technologist, sharing perspectives on the industry, outlining 24-month priorities such as patient engagement and ethical AI, discussing cybersecurity challenges, and expressing pride in Deborah Heart and Lung Center's pandemic adaptation.
Tune in for insights on current priorities, challenges, and triumphs within the dynamic realm of healthcare IT leadership!
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Rich Temple brings over 30 years of healthcare experience at all levels and currently holds the position of Vice President/Chief Information Officer at the Deborah Heart and Lung Center, an 89-bed nationally renowned cardiovascular specialty hospital in Browns Mills, NJ. In addition to his role at Deborah, Rich serves as the HIPAA Security Officer, overseeing security policies to safeguard patients' highly confidential medical data. Before joining Deborah, he founded Richard Temple & Associates, specializing in healthcare advisory and strategy. He served as the National Practice Director for IT Strategy for Beacon Partners (now KPMG) in the consulting space.
Rich has also held the positions of Vice President/Chief Information Officer at the Saint Clare’s Health System in Denville, NJ, and AristaCare Health Services, managing long-term care facilities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Further, he contributed to the healthcare community by serving as the Chapter President for the New Jersey Chapter of HIMSS and as a Board member for eight years.
Earlier in his career, Rich worked for McKesson Provider Technologies and Health Management Systems, focusing on creating and maintaining systems that enabled healthcare providers to optimize their bottom lines while complying with regulatory mandates.
