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Medical Billing & Practice Management Services

The history of our medical billing and practice management services — built over 39 years to let providers focus on patient care.

Our story

Healthcare Partners Consulting (HPC) was founded with one mission: to simplify the medical billing process and allow healthcare providers to focus on patient care. 39 years ago, we saw firsthand how complex medical billing procedures were taking a toll on both providers and patients. From handling claims and coding to managing compliance, the process was overwhelming. With a passion for healthcare and a desire to create change, Davia Ward founded HPC to alleviate this burden.

Davia Ward, CMRS, CBCO, CMCS

Meet our founder

Davia Ward, CMRS, CBCO, CMCS

Founder & CEO, Healthcare Partners Consulting & Billing, LLC

Davia Ward is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Healthcare Partners Consulting & Billing, LLC (HPC), a revenue cycle management and consulting firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. With 39 years of experience in healthcare operations, medical billing, compliance, and revenue cycle management, she brings a depth of expertise that is both rare and operationally grounded.

Davia began her career as a nurse, a foundation that continues to shape the way she approaches provider relationships, patient financial experience, and practice-level decision-making. That clinical background, combined with decades of operational leadership, gives her a perspective that most billing and consulting professionals cannot offer. She understands healthcare from both sides of the encounter, and that distinction matters.

Over the course of her career, Davia has worked across a wide range of practice environments, including mental and behavioral health, OB/GYN, and group practices at various stages of growth. Her expertise spans the full revenue cycle, from credentialing and payer contracting through AR management, denial resolution, and compliance oversight. She has built a reputation for identifying the upstream issues that most billing vendors overlook until they become measurable revenue loss.

In 2025, Davia was named a Health IT and Revenue Cycle Up-and-Comer by Becker's Hospital Review, one of the most respected publications in the healthcare industry. The recognition reflects her continued investment in advancing revenue cycle operations and bringing forward-thinking solutions to the providers and practices she serves.

Healthcare Partners Consulting & Billing, LLC is a proud veteran-owned business. The same values that define military service — discipline, accountability, integrity, and mission-driven execution — are embedded in how HPC operates and how it serves its clients.

Davia holds three professional designations: Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS), Certified Billing and Coding Official (CBCO), and Certified Medical Coding Specialist (CMCS). She is a member of the American Medical Billing Association (AMBA) and remains actively engaged in the revenue cycle and health IT community.

Her philosophy is direct: claim submission is the lowest level of value in the revenue cycle. The real work is in prevention, oversight, compliance, and protection. That conviction is the foundation of everything HPC does.

Our team

Meet the team

Our team is our greatest asset — specialists dedicated to supporting healthcare providers through every step of medical billing and practice management.

Davia Ward, CMRS, CBCO, CMCS

Davia Ward, CMRS, CBCO, CMCS

CEO & Founder

Founder and CEO of HPC, with 39 years across healthcare operations, medical billing, compliance, and revenue cycle leadership. A nurse by training, she has built HPC into a veteran-owned firm trusted by mental and behavioral health, OB/GYN, and group practices. Becker's Hospital Review named her a 2025 Health IT and Revenue Cycle Up-and-Comer.

Jessica Canard

Jessica Canard

VP of Operations

Jessica is a medical billing and consulting professional with over a decade of experience, specializing in helping practices increase revenue while maintaining an exceptional patient experience. Known for her coaching-style leadership and clear communication, she excels at breaking down complex issues for providers and patients alike. Outside of work, she's an organized, upbeat problem-solver who enjoys staying active, exploring the outdoors, and savoring a great cup of coffee.

Pepper Jones

Pepper Jones

Chief People Officer

As an experienced Chief People Officer with seven years in HR leadership, Pepper specializes in identifying organizational challenges and driving innovative, people-focused strategies. Her approachable nature and commitment to tailored solutions ensure employees and leadership feel supported while achieving optimal organizational outcomes.

Angela Villard

Angela Villard

Intake Specialist / Manager

Angela is an intake specialist with a focus on behavioral health, dedicated to providing compassionate and empathetic support to clients during their initial steps toward care. With a professional yet approachable demeanor, she ensures every individual feels heard and valued as they navigate their journey to well-being.

Danielle Sounder

Danielle Sounder

Credentialing Manager

Danielle is an experienced credentialing professional in the mental health field, with seven years dedicated to helping practices stay payer-ready and providers in-network. Known for her reliability and accuracy, she is passionate about guiding clients through credentialing and contracting, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

Jazmine Robinson

Jazmine Robinson

A/R Manager

Jazmine is a dedicated Accounts Receivable Manager with a strong background in medical billing and revenue cycle management. Known for her collaborative leadership style and attention to detail, she brings years of experience in streamlining billing processes, resolving complex claims, and leading teams to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Why work with us?

Healthcare Partners Consulting is more than just a medical billing company — we're a partner. Our medical billing and practice management services are built on trust, accuracy, and compassion. We handle everything from claims submission to payor portal management, ensuring compliance and easing the burden on your staff. We're here to help you answer questions like, "how does medical billing work," and to offer solutions that fit your unique needs.

Our mission at HPC is to simplify healthcare operations for providers by offering top-tier medical billing, revenue cycle management, and administrative services. We believe in creating a positive impact not only for our clients but also for our employees. Our core values include integrity, transparency, empowerment, and innovation. We strive to build an environment where every certified medical billing specialist, revenue cycle specialist, and technology integration specialist feels supported and valued.

Why work with us?

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At HPC, our team is our greatest asset. If you're passionate about healthcare and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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