Forvis Mazars Names Healthcare Reimbursement Partner in Minnesota

Jill Nelson joins the firm's Minneapolis office to lead regulatory advisory services for hospitals and health systems.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:39pm

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Minneapolis-based accounting firm Forvis Mazars LLP has admitted Jill Nelson as a partner in its healthcare reimbursement practice. Nelson, who has over 25 years of experience in healthcare consulting, will be based in the firm's Minneapolis office and focus on delivering regulatory advisory services to hospitals and health systems across the Midwest and nationwide.

Why it matters

The addition of Nelson as a healthcare reimbursement partner reflects the growing demand for regulatory expertise in the industry, as hospitals and health systems navigate an increasingly complex reimbursement landscape. Forvis Mazars is positioning itself to provide more comprehensive support to its clients in this critical area.

The details

Nelson joins Forvis Mazars' Northwest Region team, bringing leadership experience in areas such as Medicare, Medicaid, performance improvement, and financial operations. Prior to joining the firm, she served as a senior reimbursement analyst within an integrated healthcare system in Minnesota.

  • Forvis Mazars LLP reported net revenue of $2.24 billion for fiscal year 2024.

The players

Forvis Mazars LLP

A Minneapolis-based accounting firm that is part of the IPA 100 and has a nationwide presence.

Jill Nelson

A new partner at Forvis Mazars with over 25 years of experience in healthcare consulting, including leadership roles in areas such as Medicare, Medicaid, and financial operations.

Rachel Dwiggins

The managing partner at Forvis Mazars, overseeing the firm's growth and investment in the Minneapolis market.

Joe Watt

A partner at Forvis Mazars leading the firm's Reimbursement & Regulatory Compliance team.

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What they’re saying

“Adding Jill to our team as a healthcare regulatory partner is a direct reflection of the momentum we have built across the Midwest and in our Northwest Region. Demand for our services is fueling growth, which gives us an opportunity to continue to build even more support for our teams and the ways in which they deliver an Unmatched Client Experience. We are pleased to continue investing in the Minneapolis market by adding leaders like Jill who truly understand the local, regional and national healthcare market.”

— Rachel Dwiggins, Managing Partner

“Our Reimbursement & Regulatory Compliance team at Forvis Mazars is focused on delivering innovative regulatory advisory services to hospitals and health systems throughout the region and nationwide. Jill's extensive track record of success will strengthen our ability to provide the level of insight, responsiveness and leadership our clients expect.”

— Joe Watt, Partner

“I'm excited to help build on the strong foundation Forvis Mazars has already established across the Midwest and throughout the country as we continue to help our clients navigate an increasingly complex reimbursement environment.”

— Jill Nelson

What’s next

Forvis Mazars plans to continue investing in the Minneapolis market and expanding its Reimbursement & Regulatory Compliance team to support its growing client base in the healthcare industry.

The takeaway

The addition of Jill Nelson as a healthcare reimbursement partner at Forvis Mazars underscores the firm's commitment to providing specialized expertise and innovative advisory services to hospitals and health systems navigating the increasingly complex regulatory landscape in the Midwest and nationwide.