Laura Bukowski, Rn, Bsn, Ms, Crc
About Laura Bukowski, Rn, Bsn, Ms, Crc
Laura Bukowski is a healthcare professional with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as the Manager of Coding and Quality - Quality Assurance at Highmark Inc. She specializes in Medicare Risk Adjustment and has a strong background in medical coding, auditing, and quality management.
Work at Highmark
Laura Bukowski has been employed at Highmark Inc. since 2016, where she holds the position of Manager, Coding and Quality - Quality Assurance. In this role, she oversees various aspects of coding and quality assurance, contributing to the organization's commitment to maintaining high standards in healthcare delivery. Her tenure at Highmark has spanned over eight years, during which she has played a significant role in enhancing quality management processes.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to her current role, Laura Bukowski worked at Universal Health Care from 2005 to 2012, serving as a Medicare Risk Adjustment Auditor and Coding Quality Supervisor. This position allowed her to develop expertise in Medicare risk adjustment and coding quality. Additionally, she was a Managing Consultant at Berkeley Research Group LLC from 2013 to 2016, where she further honed her skills in healthcare quality management.
Education and Expertise
Laura Bukowski earned her Master's Degree in Nursing Sciences from the University of Illinois Health Sciences Center. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in healthcare organization accreditation preparation and quality management. She specializes in Medicare Risk Adjustment (MRA) and has a strong focus on healthcare fraud investigation, medical coding, and claims auditing.
Professional Skills and Specializations
With over 25 years of experience in clinical and management roles within the healthcare industry, Laura Bukowski possesses a diverse skill set. She is an expert in medical coding, medical record auditing, and utilization and case management. Her proficiency extends to HEDIS project management and data collection, making her a valuable asset in the healthcare quality assurance landscape.