Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dr. Stephen Teitelbaum, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Finance Officer at Mount Sinai Health System
Nov 26, 2025
Dr. Stephen Teitelbaum, Senior VP and Chief Medical Finance Officer at Mount Sinai Health System, brings three decades of clinical and leadership insight. He dives into the rich history and scale of Mount Sinai, shedding light on the critical issue of payer influence on clinical decision-making. Teitelbaum reveals how this trend compromises physician autonomy and offers actionable strategies for reclaiming leadership. His emphasis on coalition-building and data use empowers physicians to enhance patient-centered care despite industry challenges.
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Clinician Turned Finance Leader
- Stephen Teitelbaum spent 30 years as an actively practicing clinical urologist while taking on leadership roles focused on quality and integrity.
- He now serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Finance Officer bridging clinical practice and financial realities.
Mount Sinai's Scale And Academic Engine
- Mount Sinai is a large nonprofit integrated health system founded in 2013 that includes seven hospital campuses and a major medical school.
- The Icahn School of Medicine drives research, trains thousands of learners, and underpins Mount Sinai's clinical and academic reputation.
Physician Leadership Is Eroding
- Physician-led leadership in healthcare has eroded and been replaced by payer influence over decisions and policy.
- This shift reduces clinical autonomy and moves decision-making toward cost containment priorities.