Jodie Criswell, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Hammond-Henry Hospital in Geneseo, has been recognized among the top 38 rural hospital and health system CFOs to know, per Becker’s Healthcare. As the only CFO honoree from Illinois, Criswell’s leadership has guided the hospital to consistently achieve top-tier CMS patient experience ratings. Her role encompasses cost reporting, managed care negotiations, and leading the transition to the Epic electronic medical record system. Since joining in 2011, she has also served as Interim CEO, transforming financial operations for patients and families. The recognition highlights Criswell’s pivotal efforts in sustaining quality rural healthcare in the region.
“Accessing quality healthcare has long been a challenge for rural communities, where patients often face long travel distances, high costs, and other barriers to care,” said Anna Falvey, Writer, Becker’s Healthcare. “Rural hospitals work tirelessly to close these gaps, and their CFOs are key to making that possible. Rural hospital CFOs are the stewards of financial stability, ensuring that their institutions remain viable while keeping care affordable for the patients who depend on them. Through careful strategy, resource allocation, and securing essential funding, these leaders play a pivotal role in supporting underserved populations and sustaining the future of rural healthcare.”
Hammond-Henry Hospital continues to excel under the leadership of Ms. Criswell, maintaining top-tier CMS patient experience ratings with consistent ‘4-star’ and ‘5-star’ awards. Since she joined the organization in 2011, the hospital has seen significant improvements for patients and families, with streamlined financial services, registration, scheduling, and billing processes. Ms. Criswell, who previously served as CEO of Mercer County Hospital, has focused on enhancing care and operational efficiency. Her tenure marks a period of innovation and positive change, positioning Hammond-Henry Hospital as a standout facility for quality healthcare in the region.
