Partner

James T. Lindsey

James specializes in matters related to healthcare reimbursement, finance, state and federal regulatory compliance, and business transactions.

James has extensive experience advising hospitals, associations and government agencies regarding the development, operation and financing requirements for Medicaid reimbursement programs. This includes vast experience on matters related to DSH programs, UPL programs, state-directed payment and value-based purchasing programs, Section 1115 and 1915(b) Waivers, GME programs, cost reporting, provider assessments, intergovernmental transfers, and certified public expenditures.

His breadth of work on these matters ranges from providing regulatory compliance and policy guidance, developing financial models and analysis to operationalize new programs or assess the impact of changes to existing programs, developing programmatic documents to secure state and federal approvals, to representing individual organizations on detailed financial reporting matters related to participation and audit requirements for Medicaid programs.

Prior to co-founding LS Point, James was a partner at another prominent healthcare law firm, a law clerk for the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Texas and a senior management consultant for IBM Global Business Services. During his time with IBM, James advised numerous Fortune 500 companies on strategies for improving operational performance in the areas of supply chain management, product life cycle management and product pricing via advanced analytics and integration of core enterprise functions.

Partner

Bobby R. Sanders

Bobby advises hospitals and associations in a wide variety of Medicaid reimbursement and regulatory matters. His in-depth knowledge of the link between operations and payment methods, changing federal policy and political environments, and state economics and budgeting enables him to provide tailored legal advice and strategic guidance to clients.

Drawing on his technical background, Bobby excels at transforming data into actionable strategies that provide clients with a competitive advantage in achieving financial outcomes. Bobby demonstrates exceptional proficiency in creating simulation models that enable clients to interpret evolving Medicaid policies and make informed decisions.

Prior to co-founding LS Point, Bobby was an attorney at another prominent healthcare law firm.

Partner

Jaret L. Kanarek

Jaret is dedicated to the representation of healthcare providers in Medicaid reimbursement and financing matters. With a deep understanding of the complexities and regulatory challenges providers face in navigating Medicaid programs nationwide, Jaret leverages extensive experience to deliver practical, innovative, and effective solutions.

Jaret advises providers on both day-to-day operations and broader strategies related to state-directed payments, DSH, UPL, GME, Section 1115 Waiver UC pools, provider assessments, intergovernmental transfers, and related matters. In addition to directly partnering with providers on their Medicaid supplemental payment program participation, Jaret has significant experience collaborating with Medicaid agencies, associations, and other stakeholders to develop and implement new Medicaid payment and financing initiatives that bolster providers and the availability of quality care for patients.

Prior to joining LS Point, Jaret was a partner at another prominent healthcare law firm.

Principal Consultant, Finance

Jon J. Stall

Jon has over 10 years of experience in Medicaid reimbursement, actuarial work, and fiscal analysis, shaping executive and legislative strategies on directed payments, assessments, supplemental programs, capitation rates, provider rates, and agency budgets. He excels at providing critical insights in complex scenarios, working alongside a wide range of experts in financial, clinical, academic, and regulatory fields to deliver effective solutions.

Previously, Jon served as the Actuarial Analysis Manager and Hospital Reimbursement Analyst at the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, where he led capitation rate modeling and oversaw the administration of $2.6 billion in directed and supplemental payment programs. He also held the role of Principal Fiscal Analyst for the Arizona Legislature, managing fiscal oversight of the state’s then $13 billion Medicaid budget. 

Education

• American University (M.A.)
• Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business (B.S.)

Principal Consultant, Reimbursement

Tony L. Bertodatto

Tony has extensive expertise in Medicaid reimbursement programs, encompassing program eligibility, cost reporting, uncompensated care calculations, reimbursement methodologies, and audit requirements. He has a demonstrated ability to analyze financial and operational data, translating it into reporting strategies that enhance program performance and improve financial outcomes.

Tony excels at building collaborative relationships with clients, state Medicaid agencies, and other key stakeholders. He translates complex reimbursement concepts, regulations, and reporting approaches into clear, actionable insights for hospital administrators and finance teams.

Education

• Central Michigan University (B.A.)