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Anna McWilliams

Hutto,TX

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with over 20 years in healthcare, specializing in clinical reimbursement and regulatory compliance. Proficient in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement processes, conducting MDS assessments, staff training, and operational oversight. Dedicated to enhancing resident-centered care and optimizing organizational efficiency within regulatory parameters.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Clinical Reimbursement

Caraday Healthcare
01.2021 - Current
  • Oversee reimbursement operations for 9 Texas centers, ensuring compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and internal standards.
  • Train and support Nurse Assessment Coordinators, CNAs, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Conduct audits and guide facilities in optimizing reimbursement and quality measures.
  • Provide education on PASRR, PDPM implementation, and regulatory updates.

Director of Clinical Reimbursement

Diversicare
05.2019 - Current
  • Managed clinical reimbursement processes for 13 centers across Texas.
  • Delivered training on MDS assessments, RAI processes, and reimbursement guidelines.
  • Identified process improvements to maintain compliance and maximize reimbursement.
  • Supported QIPP initiatives and quality improvement programs.

Regional Clinical Reimbursement Specialist

Senior Care Centers
04.2015 - 05.2019
  • Reviewed MDS 3.0 documentation and conducted audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Trained staff on assessment practices, coding, and documentation standards.
  • Oversaw EHR rollouts including PointClickCare, AHT, Smart Chart, and Vision.
  • Collaborated with facility teams to manage denials and appeals.

Assistant Director of Nursing / Director of Staff Development

Riverside Rehab
03.2013 - 04.2015
  • Supervised nursing operations and staff performance.
  • Conducted training, competency evaluations, and infection control education.
  • Managed chart audits, immunization tracking, and compliance reporting.

Director of Nursing

Rosewood Care Center
01.2013 - 03.2013
  • Led all aspects of nursing services and staff supervision.
  • Managed incident reporting, pharmacy reviews, and quality assurance.
  • Supported recruitment and staff development efforts.

PPS Coordinator

Riverside Rehab
10.2010 - 12.2012
  • Prepared MDS assessments and care plans per regulations.
  • Coordinated Medicare certifications and weekly reimbursement meetings.
  • Educated staff on PPS and compliance requirements.

MDS Coordinator / Treatment Nurse

Trinity Care Center
12.2007 - 10.2010
  • Conducted resident assessments, care planning, and wound care management.
  • Trained and supervised CNAs and charge nurses.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary care meetings.

Charge Nurse

Wesleyan
05.2002 - 08.2006
  • Provided direct patient care, medication administration, and documentation.
  • Supervised CNAs and ensured regulatory compliance.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Temple College
Temple, TX
01.2010

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate - undefined

Temple College
Temple, TX
01.2002

High School Diploma - undefined

Taylor High School
Taylor, TX
01.1997

Skills

  • Clinical Reimbursement Leadership
  • Medicare & Medicaid Regulatory Compliance
  • MDS 30 / RAI Process Management
  • PDPM Implementation
  • Staff Development & Training
  • Audit & Survey Readiness
  • Quality Measures & QIPP Initiatives
  • Electronic Health Record Systems (PCC, AHT, Vision)

Certification

  • Registered Nurse – Texas Board of Nursing (Active)
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse – Texas Board of Nursing (2002–2010)
  • Resident Assessment Coordinator – Certified (RAC-CT)
  • RUGs Certification

Professional Highlights

  • Review weekly Medicaid held claims reports and ensure accurate completion of the resident assessment process through the LTCMI workflow.
  • Support NACs in areas including MDS coding, quality metrics, the care planning process, PASRR compliance, and rate optimization.
  • Educate NACs on upcoming PDPM changes relevant to LTC Medicaid assessments.
  • Facilitate IDT adherence to MDS coding, care plan meetings, GG huddles, and PASRR meetings.
  • Coordinate and lead weekly in-depth meetings to monitor compliance with budget targets, quality metrics, and routine processes.
  • Audit and validate MDS coding to maintain accuracy and conformity with RAI standards

Timeline

Director of Clinical Reimbursement

Caraday Healthcare
01.2021 - Current

Director of Clinical Reimbursement

Diversicare
05.2019 - Current

Regional Clinical Reimbursement Specialist

Senior Care Centers
04.2015 - 05.2019

Assistant Director of Nursing / Director of Staff Development

Riverside Rehab
03.2013 - 04.2015

Director of Nursing

Rosewood Care Center
01.2013 - 03.2013

PPS Coordinator

Riverside Rehab
10.2010 - 12.2012

MDS Coordinator / Treatment Nurse

Trinity Care Center
12.2007 - 10.2010

Charge Nurse

Wesleyan
05.2002 - 08.2006

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate - undefined

Temple College

High School Diploma - undefined

Taylor High School

Associate Degree - Nursing

Temple College