Mick Hoover
Healthcare Strategy
26902 N 66th Ln, Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Healthcare executive with 20+ years of experience in enhancing care delivery models. Proven track record in service line development and operational optimization, driving initiatives that resulted in significant organizational growth and improved financial outcomes. Skilled in physician integration and building collaborative teams to meet strategic objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director, Strategic Planning and Business Development
Dignity Health (CommonSpirit Health)
Phoenix, AZ
10.2017 - Current
- Managed $230M capital growth plan, overseeing 10-bed nursing unit development and electrophysiology lab acquisition
- Led healthcare facility investment planning for Western Maricopa County market
- Developed Destination Medicine program, increasing domestic and international patient admissions within 19 months
- Established St. Joseph's Heart and Vascular Institute, exceeding inpatient cardiovascular case targets by 17% across ambulatory sites
- Conducted SWOT analysis for acute and ambulatory growth strategies, recommending University of Arizona Cancer Center contract revisions
Associate Administrator/Director, Strategic Planning and Business Development
Abrazo Community Health Network
Phoenix, AZ
05.2014 - 10.2017
- Revitalized service lines through physician alignment initiatives, achieving 11% year-over-year admission growth
- Developed a comprehensive bariatric surgery program, driving a 23% volume increase.
- Spearheaded the orthopedic service line strategy, generating a 32% surgical volume growth through physician partnerships.
- Implemented the EMS sales strategy, yielding a 16% increase in ambulance volume and a 33% boost in admissions.
- Planned and developed a 16-bed acute rehab unit, exceeding admission targets by 13%.
Corporate Director, Organizational Growth and Business Development
Mercy Health System
St. Louis, MO
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Formulated and executed operational sales strategies for a value-based healthcare model transition.
- Facilitated strategic planning for a newly acquired facility, managing $150M capital investments, and physician recruitment.
- Developed a system-wide healthcare reform impact model, producing five-year adjustable financial projections.
- Pioneered the post-acute strategy, recapturing $112M in patient outmigration, and reducing avoidable costs by $46M.
Director, Business Development, Strategic Planning and Project Management
Carle Foundation Hospital
Champaign/Urbana, IL
04.2009 - 05.2012
- Directed multi-million-dollar acquisition of 25-bed critical access hospital, managing legal due diligence and regulatory compliance
- Developed strategic service line plans for Digestive Health, Neuroscience, Primary Care, and Oncology to enhance organizational growth
- Instructed business planning courses at University of Illinois Medical School General Surgery residency program, fostering future healthcare leaders
Education
Doctorate - Healthcare Administration
Oklahoma State University
Stillwell, OK07-2027
Certificate - Exec Healthcare Leadership
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY11-2023
Certificate - Healthcare Change Mgmt
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY09-2023
Certificate -
Tenet Leadership Academy
Dallas, TX01.2017
MBA - Business Administration
Webster University
St. Louis, MO05-2005
BS - Marketing
Northwest Missouri State
Maryville, MO01.1997
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Physician Integration
- Service Line Development
- Healthcare Analytics
- Financial Modeling
- Project Management
- Operational Optimization
- Change Management
- Team Leadership
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Joint Ventures
- Regulatory compliance
- Communication skills
- Business development
- Business forecasting
- Operations management
References
References available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Make-A-Wish Foundation, Wish Volunteer, Phoenix, AZ, 2023, Present
- WESTMARC, Board of Directors, Glendale, AZ, 2021, 2023, 2024 - Present
- Deer Valley Planning Commission, Commission Member (Appointed by Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego), 2024-Present
Timeline
Regional Director, Strategic Planning and Business Development
Dignity Health (CommonSpirit Health)
10.2017 - Current
Associate Administrator/Director, Strategic Planning and Business Development
Abrazo Community Health Network
05.2014 - 10.2017
Corporate Director, Organizational Growth and Business Development
Mercy Health System
05.2012 - 05.2014
Director, Business Development, Strategic Planning and Project Management
Carle Foundation Hospital
04.2009 - 05.2012
Doctorate - Healthcare Administration
Oklahoma State University
Certificate - Exec Healthcare Leadership
Cornell University
Certificate - Healthcare Change Mgmt
Cornell University
Certificate -
Tenet Leadership Academy
MBA - Business Administration
Webster University
BS - Marketing
Northwest Missouri State
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