Moss Adams - Brian Conner

Industry Expertise

Hospitals & Health Systems Long-Term Care

Practice Focus

Employee Benefit Plans Financial Statement Audits Health Care Consulting Internal Audit Process & Controls Reviews & Compilations

Biography

Brian has practiced public accounting since 1993, providing audit, tax, and consulting services to integrated health systems, hospitals, ancillary providers, mental and convalescent health facilities, and medical groups. Brian has extensive experience in providing advice and counsel in areas of audits, financial reporting, and tax-exempt financings. He performs technical reviews for other health care clients of the firm and has served as an instructor and lecturer for the firm’s Health Care Group. Brian holds several leadership roles including national practice leader for hospitals and as a member of the firm’s health care executive committee. He is the former chair of the Health Care Financial Management’s (HFMA) Principles and Practice Board and is a current member of the AICPA’s Health Care Entities Expert Panel.

Professional Affiliations

Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member, California Association of Healthcare Districts
Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants
Member, Healthcare Financial Management Association

Education

BA, accounting and english, University of California, Los Angeles

Insights from Brian Conner

Q&A: Are You Checking All the Boxes of the HHS Newest Cybersecurity Plan?

Reinforce cyber defenses for your health care organization with new cybersecurity performance goals from HHS.

Strategic Planning and Construction in Turbulent Times for Hospitals

Before undertaking a construction project, leadership should understand and align their final project goals and agree on strategy.

California Offers $1.3 Billion in Health Care Worker Retention Bonuses

California is offering $1.3 billion in health care worker retention bonuses as a result of Senate Bill 184. Learn more.

Hospital Industry Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges in 2022 and Beyond

Learn how telehealth, pricing, and other trends could impact your hospital, as well as tips to stay ahead of change.

$3 Billion Added in Provider Relief Funds and Reporting Requirements Revised

The Federal Appropriations Act introduces an additional $3 billion in Provider Relief Fund payments. Learn more.

CA Hospitals May Significantly Benefit from Supplemental Reimbursement Program

Discover changes to the timing of supplemental revenue recognition under the California Hospital Quality Assurance Fee Program and potential benefits.

Navigating the New Revenue Recognition Standard for Health Care Organizations

Discover tips and insights to guide your health care organization through the new revenue recognition standard.

Four Focus Areas for Effective Board Governance

Your health care organization’s board has a critical role to play in governance, strategy, and long-range planning. We cover the four main focus areas for boards and how health care organizations can assemble the right professionals.