Meet The CHS Team

  • Chris Eriksson - Founder CEO

    After earning a BA and MA in Clinical Psychology, Chris began his career as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He soon transitioned into program management at a nonprofit, where he led two behavioral health programs and served as the agency’s full system administrator for its electronic health record (EHR) platform. During this time, he mastered the complexities of EHR systems and successfully optimized internal workflows.

    Fueled by a passion for systems, problem-solving, and meaningful impact, Chris went on to found CHS Business Solutions, a company dedicated to simplifying and streamlining EHR/EMR platforms for behavioral health organizations. With a deep understanding of both clinical operations and technical systems, he now partners with agencies to enhance their workflows and infrastructure—strategically aligning technology with business goals to support sustainable growth and improved care delivery.

  • Lucia Aviles - Billing Manager

    With over 20 years of experience in medical billing across both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, Lucia Aviles brings comprehensive expertise in EHR systems, clearinghouses, and billing software platforms. Her background spans all billing types, payers, and provider specialties, making her a highly skilled and versatile billing professional.

    Lucia’s approach is straightforward and effective: she streamlines workflows, provides targeted training, and reviews systems to reduce denials and maximize revenue. Clients consistently value her ability to relieve billing-related concerns while driving measurable improvements to their bottom line.

    She holds a Master Certificate in Medical Administration/Medical Billing and Coding from Clark University, along with Six Sigma Management Training and an AAPC Certification in Practice Management.

  • Joe Bricher - Lead Report Writer

    Joe Bricher brings over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, with a specialized focus on EMR systems. His expertise spans billing, system administration, and report development, underpinned by a strong foundation in Oracle SQL and Pentaho coding. Within the Carelogic platform, Joe has created more than 200 custom reports, each designed to deliver actionable insights and support key business decisions.

    He holds a degree in Management Information Systems, along with a Carelogic System Administrator Certification (2019) and a Carelogic Business Intelligence (BI) Certification (2024). Known for his technical acumen and strategic mindset, Joe excels at aligning data solutions with client goals—ensuring the selection of relevant data sets, validating report accuracy, and crafting clear, impactful data narratives for RFPs and broader strategic initiatives.

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