Candace Bonnis
About Candace Bonnis
Candace Bonnis serves as the Compliance and Privacy Officer at Akido Labs, bringing extensive experience in healthcare compliance and privacy management. Her previous roles include leadership positions at ConcertoHealth, CommuniCare Health Services, and MiraMed, where she developed a strong understanding of healthcare laws and regulatory requirements.
Work at Akido Labs
Candace Bonnis currently serves as the Compliance and Privacy Officer at Akido Labs, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing compliance and privacy initiatives within the organization. Her work focuses on ensuring that the company adheres to relevant healthcare laws and regulatory requirements, which is critical for maintaining the integrity and security of patient data.
Previous Experience in Compliance and Healthcare
Prior to her role at Akido Labs, Candace Bonnis held several significant positions in compliance and healthcare. She worked as Vice President of Compliance at ConcertoHealth from 2015 to 2018, where she focused on compliance strategies in integrated healthcare models. She also served as Compliance Program Director at CommuniCare Health Services from 2012 to 2015, and as Manager of Compliance at Humana for a brief period in 2021. Her experience spans various aspects of compliance, including privacy oversight and litigation support.
Education and Expertise
Candace Bonnis earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from The Ohio State University. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in compliance, privacy, and healthcare regulations. She possesses a strong understanding of laws such as HIPAA, Stark, AKS, and FCA, and has experience in operationalizing information and data privacy requirements. Her knowledge extends to various compliance frameworks, including SOC 1 and 2 reports, ISO 27001 and 9001, and PCI DSS.
Background in Healthcare and Compliance Roles
Candace Bonnis has a diverse background in healthcare and compliance roles. Before her compliance-focused career, she worked at CommuniCare Health Services as a Concierge/Admissions & Social Services Assistant from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she held the position of Vice President of Compliance and Privacy at MiraMed: A Global Services Company from 2018 to 2020. Her varied roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape and compliance challenges.
Skills in Compliance and Risk Management
Candace Bonnis demonstrates proficiency in committee leadership, privacy and security oversight, and clinical risk management. She has a proven ability to remain objective during internal and external investigations and maintains confidentiality in sensitive matters. Her skills are complemented by her knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Duals Demonstrations, Population Health, NCQA, HEDIS measures, and Star Ratings, which are essential for effective compliance management in healthcare.