Luz M. Návar
Manager
"I always employ a pragmatic approach that carefully aligns itself with my client’s mission. A comprehensive array of engagements has exposed me to a highly diversified set of problems and challenges, and I have gained experience in developing and defining strategies to ensure the fulfillment of my clients' financial goals and mission objectives in light of the challenges posed by the ever-changing health care environment.”
Luz M. Návar, MPA has 10 years of successful experience delivering a full spectrum of health care services to long-term care providers.
She is well-versed in developing and implementing complex reimbursement strategies to promote revenue enhancement while ensuring compliance with government measures. She conducts Medicaid rate analyses, reviews, projections, and appeals for skilled nursing facilities. Luz also assists providers with cost report preparation, cost certifications, Certificates of Need, grant applications and OMIG audits.
She also conducts benchmarking studies with an in-depth assessment of the organization, comparing performance to industry benchmarks, identifying deficiencies, providing recommendations and outlining opportunities for growth and cost-savings through maximization of current resources and staff.
Luz also has extensive experience performing financial forecasting for capital improvement projects and reconfiguration of services.
Professional Affiliations and Civic Involvement
- University of Chicago Alumni Association
- New York University Alumni Association
Education
- New York University, Master of Public Health Administration degree in Health Policy and Management
- University of Chicago, Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science