ABOUT US
IASN is a network exclusively dedicated to serving and representing the needs of Iowa post-acute, long-term care providers.
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Members have access to resources, contract review and negotiating services, utilization reports and scoring that shows how their facilities rank both statewide and nationally.
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Plus, members have a dedicated managed care team for contract negotiation, credentialing services, and a robust quality program.
OUR MISSION
To maximize the health and well-being of seniors in its member communities through innovative, cost-effective care management practices and quality improvement activities through contracting relationships with health plans and health delivery systems.
Meet The Team
Carolyn Roten
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Partner, Strategic Health Care
Carolyn’s more than 20 years of experience in health care include serving as the Director of Business Development for a large health care network where she presented and negotiated contracts with managed care organizations and working in the health insurance division of a national insurance carrier. As a Partner with Strategic Health Care, Carolyn provides managed care contracting services to a broad spectrum of health care providers. She holds a degree with honors from Franklin University in Business Administration.
Arlene Jaroscak,
RN, LNHA
Senior Vice President of Network Management and Quality
As Senior Vice President of Network Management and Quality at Strategic Health Care, Arlene works with health care networks, managing their Quality and Contracting efforts, as well as the pay for performance initiatives of providers, including facilities, physicians and suppliers. Arlene’s visionary executive leadership in healthcare and her passion for quality and serving seniors, has traversed the long-term care continuum. She is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, Registered Nurse, Clinical Consultant, Conference Presenter, Speaker, and Author. Arlene received her Bachelor’s Degree in Long-term Care Administration from St. Joseph’s College of Maine and is a member of the Leadership Lorain County Class of 2009.
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Grant Swemba
Senior Vice President of Post-Acute Contracting & Alternative Payment Initiatives
As Director of Post-Acute Contracting and Alternative Payment Initiatives at Strategic Health Care, Grant brings over 20 years of comprehensive post-acute care knowledge across multiple service domains including skilled nursing, assisted living, home health, hospice, outpatient rehabilitation, and adult day care. His financial and operational contract development expertise is focused on building sustainability and ensuring that mandates are met. He offers essential knowledge vital to the development of effective alternative payment initiatives, including value based reimbursement and pay for performance models focused on quality outcomes and reduced spending
Celeste Macke, LNHA, MHA
Vice President of Quality
Celeste is a health care professional with over 24 years of experience in the continuum care environment, including community-based services, independent and assisted living, rehab, and long-term care services. She has extensive experience in revenue cycle management, including insurance reimbursement and contract analysis, and strong acumen in the clinical financial relationship with an emphasis on quality improvement. Celeste is currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Healthcare Administration with a concentration in healthcare policy. Celeste’s Christian beliefs support her dedication to her family, and her passion for health care. She enjoys traveling, spending time in nature, and shopping. Maintaining a good work life balance is a priority for Celeste and supports her personal and professional values.
Board Members
Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community
Paula Geise – Chair
1922 5th Avenue, NW
Waverly, IA 50677
319-352-4540
On Board – 07/2023
Meth-Wick Community
Holly Lear – Contracting Chair
1224 13th Street, NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52353
319-653-5473
On Board – 01/2025
NewAldaya Lifescapes
Dawna Scheff – Finance Chair
7511 University Avenue
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
319-268-0401
On Board – 07/2023
Simpson Memorial Home
Chad Thomas
1000 N. Miller Street
West Liberty, IA 52776
319-627-4775
On Board – 02/2025
Friendship Haven
Erin Hoversten-Majewski – Quality Chair
420 Kenyon Road
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
515-573-6956
Erin.hoversten@friendshiphaven.org
On Board – 05/2024
Mill Pond Retirement Community
Mark Hudson
1201 S.E. Mill-Pond Court
Ankeny, IA 50021
515-964-2273
On Board – 03/01/2017
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LeadingAge Iowa
Angela Schnepf, President/CEO
11001 Aurora Ave., Urbandale, IA 50322
515-440-4630