Larry P. Lester
Principal
Larry Lester is a principal in Wipfli LLP’s senior living consulting practice. He oversees the completion of Medicare and Medicaid cost reports and prepares financial feasibility studies related to new construction projects, renovation projects, and capital budget planning. Larry also prepares and reviews annual financial operating budgets for long-term care clients, assists providers in monitoring and evaluating financial performance, and consults with providers on Medicaid reimbursement issues.
Certifications
- Health and Aging Services Administration
Professional Memberships and Activities
- Wisconsin Health Care Association - Member
- Leading Age Wisconsin - Member
- University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Health Care Administration program - Adjunct professor
Areas of Focus
- Wisconsin Nursing Home Medicaid Reimbursement
- Nursing Home Medicare Reimbursement
- Nursing Home and Senior Living Operational Strategies
- Senior Living Strategic Planning
- Nursing Home Billing and Accounts Receivable
Industries
HealthcareEducation
Mankato State University
- Bachelor of science degree in accounting
Recent Insights
Articles
Tips for senior living facilities facing tough years ahead
Sep 27, 2021
Multifaceted Benchmarking Financial Performance
Nov 13, 2015
Blogs
How PDPM affects your skilled nursing facility
Apr 08, 2019
Help Your Senior Living Organization Thrive Financially and Operationally
Nov 03, 2016
Webinars
Healthcare Connections: Provider Relief Fund Reporting – What you need to know
Jul 14, 2021
Senior Living Educational Series: Understanding account receivables from A-Z
Feb 18, 2021
Senior Living Educational Series | Understanding accounts receivables from A-Z
Dec 10, 2020
Healthcare Connections Q&A - Senior Living Centers - Trends under COVID-19 and Strategies for Success
Jul 14, 2020
Healthcare Connections Q&A - Senior Living Centers
Jul 05, 2020
Payroll Based Journal
Mar 16, 2016