Scott Rau, Partner and Vice President at M.S. Hall + Associates, provides strategic leadership across reimbursement engagements, overseeing project planning, workload coordination, and high-level client strategy. Since joining the firm in June 2015, Scott has been instrumental in developing and expanding the reimbursement team, helping drive both business and client growth.
Scott brings extensive technical expertise in cost report preparation and analysis, rate setting, medical education, and third-party analysis. His background includes six years at National Government Services conducting hospital cost report audits and six years in public accounting focused on hospital reimbursement consulting and cost report preparation. This combination of audit-side and consulting-side experience gives him a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements, reporting methodologies, and the operational realities faced by hospitals.
His approach to client service is grounded in honesty, integrity, and strong communication. Scott emphasizes clarity around deliverables and value, and he prioritizes collaborative relationships with both clients and internal teams. He is known for balancing hands-on technical work with mentorship and strategic direction.
Scott holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Business Management. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending time with his family—including his two elementary-aged daughters—attending live music events, and participating in a local car club.