Rebecca Conroy Bargfrede, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, CHC, SHRM-SCP
Biography
Rebecca Conroy Bargfrede (Becci) is a passionate and experienced healthcare leader with over 20 years of service in Health Information Management and hospital operations. She currently serves as Chief Transformational Officer and Corporate Compliance Officer at Bitterroot Health in Hamilton, Montana, where she leads efforts in cultural transformation, compliance, HR, education, and credentialing. A coder and HIM professional at heart, Rebecca combines deep technical knowledge with cross-functional leadership experience to champion the role of HIM professionals across healthcare.
She has proudly served in leadership roles within AHIMA and MHIMA, including the AHIMA House of Delegates, Advocacy & Policy Council, and as MHIMA President. Rebecca is deeply committed to servant leadership, workforce empowerment, and mentoring the next generation of HIM professionals.
Rebecca lives in beautiful Hamilton, Montana with her husband Jason and their three very spoiled Boston Terriers. Their son is a pharmacist in residency with the VA, proudly continuing the family’s commitment to healthcare. Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys camping, traveling, riding motorcycles, and spending time in the stunning Montana outdoors.
Position Statement
AHIMA's core values are Integrity, Bold, and Inclusive. How would you incorporate these into your service if elected to the AHIMA Board of Directors?
If elected to the AHIMA Board of Directors, I will lead with Integrity, Boldness, and Inclusivity—values that are not only core to AHIMA but central to how I strive to lead every day. Integrity means doing the right thing even when it’s difficult or unpopular. I will bring that commitment to every decision, discussion, and vote—acting with transparency, accountability, and a strong sense of purpose. Being bold means thinking beyond what is comfortable or expected. I will champion innovation, ask challenging questions, and support visionary ideas that strengthen AHIMA’s relevance and impact in an evolving healthcare landscape. Inclusivity is a value I hold especially close. I believe we make better decisions when all voices are heard and respected. I lead with genuine curiosity, seeking to understand before judging—and work to ensure that all perspectives, especially those historically underrepresented, are welcomed and valued.
By grounding my service in these core values, I will work tirelessly to support AHIMA’s mission, our members, and the broader health information community.