Professional Summary

Dr. Ednann Naz brings over 15 years of clinical and operations leadership, specializing in healthcare quality improvement, digital transformation, and revenue cycle optimization. His diverse experience across clinical informatics, healthcare operations, and strategic leadership has delivered measurable improvements in patient care, operational efficiency, and financial performance across multiple healthcare systems.

Epic Implementation Leadership

As Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Saint Agnes Medical Center, Dr. Naz directed the implementation of the Epic EHR system, revolutionizing healthcare data access across the Central Valley. His leadership was pivotal in launching TogetherCare powered by Epic, enabling seamless data sharing and enhancing clinical workflows across multiple sites.

Revenue Cycle and Clinical Optimization

During his tenure as a Physician Advisor at Saint Agnes, Dr. Naz significantly improved revenue cycle processes by streamlining clinical documentation, reducing avoidable days, and enhancing severity and acuity capture. These efforts led to decreased inpatient length of stay and ensured accurate documentation for coding and billing, producing measurable revenue capture improvements.

COVID-19 Response

As Clinical and Operations Chief during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Naz led the hospital’s pandemic strategy, including the rapid deployment of virtual care platforms across 92 hospitals. This resulted in over 800,000 virtual visits and 50% revenue growth. He also launched an outpatient respiratory infusion room treating over 2,500 patients in its first year.

Informatics and Data-Driven Transformation

Dr. Naz has consistently bridged the gap between technology and clinical practice. He spearheaded initiatives to streamline processes and improve documentation. His data analytics-driven strategies reduced clinical variation, achieving a $25 million impact through enhanced clinical documentation and CDI functions across three major facilities.

Consulting and Innovation

Currently a consultant with ProNexus, Dr. Naz leads strategic innovation and digital transformation projects, helping healthcare organizations implement scalable, compliant, and innovative solutions. His recent projects include developing AI-driven utilization review systems and optimizing care delivery for value-based care.

Academic and Leadership Contributions

An adjunct professor at UCSF School of Medicine and California Health Sciences University, Dr. Naz is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals. His focus on innovation in clinical and operational practices, along with a deep understanding of regulatory compliance and quality improvement, positions him as a transformative leader in modern healthcare.