Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors is a results-oriented consulting team, working one-on-one to provide services targeted to the specific needs of each client. With diverse professional backgrounds, our advisors bring years of experience to deliver a distinct perspective, a dynamic approach, and clear results.
Our Consulting Team
Hemant Apte
(MBA)
Chief Executive Officer
Hemant Apte, Chief Executive Officer of Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, LLC, a 3Gen Consulting Company, is a seasoned executive leader with deep domain expertise in US healthcare management practices. He has over 32 years of experience in the healthcare field out of which 15 years have been in running and consulting several mid-to-large medical practices/clinics across specialties.
Since then, in heading 3Gen Consulting, he has established himself as a leader in the industry. He is instrumental in providing thought leadership to his clients and providing services and solutions that are unique in the market. The rare combination, of having worked for healthcare organizations, along with his expertise on the back-end processes and delivery issues of outsourcing, gives him the leverage to immediately understand and resolve critical issues for clients. He has implemented several best practices within the company, that clients, within a very short period find valuable not just in terms of return on investments but also in production and quality processes.
Having done his Master of Business Administration and a Diploma in Management Information Systems from the US, Hemant has a strong educational background and thrives on taking new challenges and providing promising solutions to ensure complete client satisfaction.
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Hemant Apte
MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Hemant Apte, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Hemant Apte, Chief Executive Officer of Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, LLC, a 3Gen Consulting Company, is a seasoned executive leader with deep domain expertise in US healthcare management practices. He has over 32 years of experience in the healthcare field out of which 15 years have been in running and consulting several mid-to-large medical practices/clinics across specialties.
Since then, in heading 3Gen Consulting, he has established himself as a leader in the industry. He is instrumental in providing thought leadership to his clients and providing services and solutions that are unique in the market. The rare combination, of having worked for healthcare organizations, along with his expertise on the back-end processes and delivery issues of outsourcing, gives him the leverage to immediately understand and resolve critical issues for clients. He has implemented several best practices within the company, that clients, within a very short period find valuable not just in terms of return on investments but also in production and quality processes.
Having done his Master of Business Administration and a Diploma in Management Information Systems from the US, Hemant has a strong educational background and thrives on taking new challenges and providing promising solutions to ensure complete client satisfaction.
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Cathy Zito
CPA, FHFMA, CPC
Chief Operating Officer
Cathy founded Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, LLC (now a 3Gen Consulting company) in 2013. With over 30 years of experience working in financial analysis, budgeting, process improvement, medical billing, and physician practice management, Cathy created a company unlike the rest to provide a personalized approach to business and change.
She is an active member and fellow of Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), a past regional executive and president of the HFMA Maryland Chapter, a certified public accountant (CPA), a certified professional coder (CPC) and has obtained a Six Sigma Green Belt in Healthcare Certificate of Achievement from Villanova University. Passionate about her work, Cathy continues to expand services to match the needs of her clients.
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Cathy Zito
CPA, FHFMA, CPC
Chief Operating Officer
Cathy Zito
CPA, FHFMA, CPC
Chief Operating Officer
Cathy founded Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, LLC (now a 3Gen Consulting company) in 2013. With over 30 years of experience working in financial analysis, budgeting, process improvement, medical billing, and physician practice management, Cathy created a company unlike the rest to provide a personalized approach to business and change.
She is an active member and fellow of Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), a past regional executive and president of the HFMA Maryland Chapter, a certified public accountant (CPA), a certified professional coder (CPC) and has obtained a Six Sigma Green Belt in Healthcare Certificate of Achievement from Villanova University. Passionate about her work, Cathy continues to expand services to match the needs of her clients.
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Susan Tomasi, CPC, CPMA, CDEO
Vice President – Coding, Compliance & Education
As the Vice President of Coding, Compliance & Education, Susan looks forward to interacting with our clients and providing process improvement strategies and education in this ever-evolving world of healthcare. As a Certified Professional Coder, Certified Medical Auditor and a Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient, she has over 33 years of experience in the Medical Administrative Field. She has gained extensive knowledge of the various specialty groups having worked at the University of Vermont Medical Center and numerous private practices and is a current member of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
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Susan Tomasi
CPC, CPMA, CDEO
Vice President – Coding, Compliance & Education
Susan Tomasi, CPC, CPMA, CDEO
Vice President – Coding, Compliance & Education
As the Vice President of Coding, Compliance & Education, Susan looks forward to interacting with our clients and providing process improvement strategies and education in this ever-evolving world of healthcare. As a Certified Professional Coder, Certified Medical Auditor and a Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient, she has over 33 years of experience in the Medical Administrative Field. She has gained extensive knowledge of the various specialty groups having worked at the University of Vermont Medical Center and numerous private practices and is a current member of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
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Harshil Mody
Director – Risk Adjustment
As the Director of Risk Adjustment, Harshil serves as a subject matter expert within the company on risk adjustment tools, strategy, and overall processes. He collaborates with clients to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement plans to improve overall risk scores. Prior to joining Lighthouse, Harshil worked with a leading health plan, where he managed and oversaw the risk adjustment coding team, data team, and chart retrieval team. His experience in overseeing internal and CMS risk adjustment audits and RAPS and EDPS submissions of all claims and chart review data to CMS makes him an invaluable asset to our clients.
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Harshil Mody
Director – Risk Adjustment
Harshil Mody
Director – Risk Adjustment
As the Director of Risk Adjustment, Harshil serves as a subject matter expert within the company on risk adjustment tools, strategy, and overall processes. He collaborates with clients to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement plans to improve overall risk scores. Prior to joining Lighthouse, Harshil worked with a leading health plan, where he managed and oversaw the risk adjustment coding team, data team, and chart retrieval team. His experience in overseeing internal and CMS risk adjustment audits and RAPS and EDPS submissions of all claims and chart review data to CMS makes him an invaluable asset to our clients.
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Billie St. Pierre-Natoli, CRCR
Director – Managed Care Contracting & Consulting
Billie is the Director of Managed Care Contracting & Consulting at Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, leading initiatives to optimize reimbursement strategies and strengthen provider-payer relationships. With over 20 years of experience in managed care contracting and revenue cycle management, she is skilled in navigating the complexities of both commercial and government payers, including Medicare and Medicaid. Billie is a Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) and a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).
Prior to joining Lighthouse, Billie held key positions at national payors, Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) organizations, and Management Services Organizations (MSOs). In these roles, she focused on developing and implementing effective contracting and negotiation strategies that maximized reimbursement and improved operational efficiency. Billie’s experience with leading payors and RCM firms equipped her with the skills to navigate complex healthcare landscapes and drive successful outcomes for provider networks.
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Billie St. Pierre-Natoli
CRCR
Director – Managed Care Contracting & Consulting
Billie St. Pierre-Natoli, CRCR
Director – Managed Care Contracting & Consulting
Billie is the Director of Managed Care Contracting & Consulting at Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, leading initiatives to optimize reimbursement strategies and strengthen provider-payer relationships. With over 20 years of experience in managed care contracting and revenue cycle management, she is skilled in navigating the complexities of both commercial and government payers, including Medicare and Medicaid. Billie is a Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) and a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).
Prior to joining Lighthouse, Billie held key positions at national payors, Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) organizations, and Management Services Organizations (MSOs). In these roles, she focused on developing and implementing effective contracting and negotiation strategies that maximized reimbursement and improved operational efficiency. Billie’s experience with leading payors and RCM firms equipped her with the skills to navigate complex healthcare landscapes and drive successful outcomes for provider networks.
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Akshay Patwardhan
Vice President – Operations & Client Services
With over 14 years of experience handling healthcare operations, Akshay has worked across multiple provider specialties and has acquired extensive knowledge of provider practice management with a core focus on coding, billing and A/R. Currently he is leading a strong team of over 600 billers and coders and is responsible for quality and operations across a huge portfolio of clients. His area of expertise lies in client servicing, quality management and project management. Akshay has an exceptional track record of managing and leading large teams, transitioning large clients, analyzing customer requirements, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing measures to maximize customer satisfaction levels.
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Akshay Patwardhan
Vice President – Operations & Client Services
Akshay Patwardhan
Vice President – Operations & Client Services
With over 14 years of experience handling healthcare operations, Akshay has worked across multiple provider specialties and has acquired extensive knowledge of provider practice management with a core focus on coding, billing and A/R. Currently he is leading a strong team of over 600 billers and coders and is responsible for quality and operations across a huge portfolio of clients. His area of expertise lies in client servicing, quality management and project management. Akshay has an exceptional track record of managing and leading large teams, transitioning large clients, analyzing customer requirements, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing measures to maximize customer satisfaction levels.
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Vineet Apte, MBA
Senior Manager – Financial Services
Vineet serves as a key leader at 3Gen Consulting and Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, where he has been making impactful contributions for over the last five years. He leads financial teams with a focus on delivering exceptional results in financial management, corporate development, and strategic planning. His expertise spans driving organizational growth, streamlining financial operations, and crafting innovative strategies that align with long-term business goals.
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Vineet Apte, MBA
Senior Manager – Financial Services
Vineet Apte, MBA
Senior Manager – Financial Services
Vineet serves as a key leader at 3Gen Consulting and Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors, where he has been making impactful contributions for over the last five years. He leads financial teams with a focus on delivering exceptional results in financial management, corporate development, and strategic planning. His expertise spans driving organizational growth, streamlining financial operations, and crafting innovative strategies that align with long-term business goals.
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Greg Foster
Vice President – Business Development
With extensive experience in healthcare business development, Greg brings a well-rounded background across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, home health, and hospice. His deep passion for improving lives and creating a better healthcare system fuels his dedication to fostering strong connections, building lasting relationships, and driving collaboration. Through innovative strategies and a “people first” approach, he aims to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape, ensuring better outcomes for all. Outside of his professional environment, he enjoys being a dedicated father, and spending time outdoors with family and friends snowboarding, fly fishing, backpacking, and camping.
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Greg Foster
Vice President – Business Development
Greg Foster
Vice President – Business Development
With extensive experience in healthcare business development, Greg brings a well-rounded background across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, home health, and hospice. His deep passion for improving lives and creating a better healthcare system fuels his dedication to fostering strong connections, building lasting relationships, and driving collaboration. Through innovative strategies and a “people first” approach, he aims to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape, ensuring better outcomes for all. Outside of his professional environment, he enjoys being a dedicated father, and spending time outdoors with family and friends snowboarding, fly fishing, backpacking, and camping.
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Find out how Lighthouse Healthcare Advisors can help you streamline processes, increase revenue, and expand your offerings. Our consulting team has the experience you need for the results you want. Reach out today at 410.252.0804 to get started.