R. Jeffrey Hedges, CDME, is President & CEO of R. J. Hedges & Associates of New Florence, PA. After serving in the United States Air Force for 27 years, Jeff transitioned into the private sector, developing software to help independent pharmacies understand and become compliant with HIPAA. Later, Jeff founded R. J. Hedges & Associates to support healthcare providers with compliance services and software solutions. Today his company offers comprehensive customized healthcare compliance, Business & Pharmacy Valuations, Brokerage and Representation during sales and Business Management consulting for independent pharmacies, home health care facilities, medical supply companies, physicians and other small practices throughout the United States.