Debra M. Sanders, Mpa, MD Iv
About Debra M. Sanders, Mpa, MD Iv
Debra M. Sanders, MPA, MDIV, is the Senior Director of Quality Management & Compliance at MAXIMUS and the CEO of Health Solutions Consulting, with extensive experience in healthcare management and compliance.
Current Title and Role
Debra M. Sanders serves as the Senior Director of Quality Management & Compliance at MAXIMUS. Since 2017, she has been responsible for coordinating quality and risk management activities. Her work has notably led to a 52% decrease in compliance reports during the most recent fiscal year. Additionally, she led certifications and recertifications, including ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards.
Past Professional Experience
Debra Sanders has a diverse background with notable roles across various organizations. From 2014 to 2017, she was Director of Professional Services/Operations at Xerox. She also served as Director of Healthcare Network Strategy/Operations at CDPHP from 2010 to 2014, and from 2007 to 2009, she was a Hospital Administrator/Director of Provider Relations at NYC Health + Hospitals in Greater New York City Area. Her early career included roles at Affinity Health Plan and Continuum Health Partners, Inc.
Executive Role at Health Solutions Consulting
Since 2009, Debra Sanders has been the Chief Executive Officer at Health Solutions Consulting. In this role, she oversees third-party contractual relationships, negotiating and documenting contracts that align with the financial and professional ethos of the business. She also ensures that contracts are thoroughly reviewed for completeness and compliance with internal policies.
Educational Background
Debra M. Sanders holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University at Albany. Additionally, she earned her Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Pace University. Further, she studied Theology at New York Theological Seminary, achieving a Master of Divinity (MDIV).
Quality Management and Compliance Expertise
Debra Sanders has developed extensive expertise in quality management and compliance. At MAXIMUS, she implemented an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework for reviewing and monitoring risk methodologies. She collaborates with Corporate Legal Counsel and the Privacy Official Office on compliance incidents. Her efforts include partnering with client and corporate officers to drive communications related to projects and community involvement, ensuring alignment with the organization’s goals.