Kelli Stott
Omaha,NE
Summary
Accomplished healthcare leader with specialized expertise in health data analysis and social care coordination. Proven ability to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency through process optimization and strategic collaboration. Skilled in government relations and cross-functional teamwork to ensure compliance and drive healthcare innovations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Health and Human Services Programs
CyncHealth
Omaha, NE
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Analyzed health and social care data to evaluate the effects of social determinants on patient outcomes, showing 20-30% reduction in emergency department utilization for patients with addressed social needs
- Directed collaborative efforts to develop a comprehensive social care framework, fostering alignment among stakeholders
- Oversaw the operations of a closed-loop referral platform vendor, ensuring seamless functionality for customers
- Organized and facilitated the NE/IA Social Care Open Forum, engaging community organizations, stakeholders, and clinical providers
- Partnered with physicians, pharmacists, and executives from major healthcare systems to implement strategies that addressed health-related social needs, driving measurable improvements in patient outcomes and care quality
- Coordinated accurate dissemination of public health information to IA and NE Health and Human Services, enhancing communication efficiency
- Streamlined workflows and developed collaborative processes with public health stakeholders to drive operational excellence
Director, Participant Experience
CyncHealth
Omaha, NE
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Drove strategic decision-making through business plan creation, aligning long-term organizational objectives
- Partnered with senior leadership from client organizations to maximize product utilization and service impact
- Identified and resolved inefficiencies in account management workflows, enhancing operational performance
- Led and mentored new hires, fostering program knowledge and professional growth
- Strengthened customer relationships by identifying needs and delivering tailored solutions
- Facilitated cross-functional collaborations to streamline account management projects
- Utilized technology to refine customer management processes and improve efficiency
Director, Quality and Government Programs
CyncHealth
Omaha, NE
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Achieved and maintained NCQA certification as a validated data aggregator and Certified Data Partner
- Shaped health data policies and procedures to ensure HEDIS compliance and drive quality improvements
- Coordinated accurate coding processes with providers, payers, and internal teams to refine data integrity
- Conducted comprehensive chart audits to confirm clinical records for NCQA certification
- Leveraged informatics expertise to implement health IT applications that addressed administrative and clinical challenges
Director, Medical Clinical Operations
Optum
Omaha, NE
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Directed clinical operations teams to ensure consistency, safety, and affordability for Care Delivery Organizations (CDOs)
- Developed a comprehensive implementation guide, streamlining full-risk agreements for CDOs
- Assessed organizational opportunities to enhance the efficiency and efficacy of full-risk agreements
- Provided medical oversight for prospective mergers and acquisitions, supporting strategic growth initiatives
Sr. Clinical Practice Performance Manager/Transformation Consultant
United Healthcare
Omaha, NE
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Managed market performance for Nebraska and Iowa accountable care organizations (ACOs) across Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial lines
- Guided Clinical Transformation Consultants (CTCs) in achieving performance targets and regulatory compliance
- Delivered training and mentorship for new CTCs, enabling rapid skill acquisition and integration
- Collaborated with leadership and contracting teams to negotiate clinical support strategies for new ACOs
- Utilized data analysis to find quality, cost-saving, and satisfaction improvements, presenting actionable insights to ACO executive teams
Health Promotion Program Manager
Nebraska/Western Iowa VA Healthcare System
Omaha, NE
10.2010 - 07.2015
- Functioned as subject matter expert on health promotion and population health management, driving veteran wellness initiatives
- Designed and launched wellness programs for veterans across multiple facilities
- Secured and managed $775K in grant funding to support wellness initiatives
- Supervised staff delivering tobacco abstinence programs and motivational interviewing education to medical professionals
Nurse Case Manager, Cardiovascular Surgery
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE
09.1997 - 10.2010
- Directed care management for high-risk cardiovascular patients, ensuring optimal treatment pathways
- Streamlined clinical protocols and pathways to enhance scalability and standardization
- Oversaw cardiovascular database operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency
Education
Master of Public Health -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NEBachelor of Nursing -
Clarkson College
Lincoln, NEDiploma of Nursing -
Bryan School of Nursing
Lincoln, NEBachelor of Journalism -
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, NESkills
- Strategic healthcare planning
- Health data analysis
- Social care coordination
- Process optimization
- Customer relationship management
- Industry knowledge
- HEDIS compliance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Contract management
- Government relations
- Public health communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data aggregation
- Clinical informatics
Certification
Registered Nurse (Nebraska), 46078, 10/31/26
Honors And Accomplishments
- Nebraska Positive Image of Nursing Award, 04/01/23
- UHC Culture Ambassador, 08/01/19 - 05/31/21
- Inspire Mentor Program (Mentor), 05/01/20 - 05/31/21
- Emerging Leaders Program, 04/01/19 - 09/30/19
- Society of Professional Leadership, 05/01/13 - 05/31/21
- Team Effectiveness Coach-VA VISN, 04/01/11 - 06/30/15
- Population Care Coordinator Program, Duke University, 05/01/13 - 05/31/14
Activities
- Girl Scouts, Spirit of Nebraska, Board of Directors, 02/01/25 - current
- Girl Scouts, Spirit of Nebraska, Board Development Committee, 02/01/24 - current
- Project Hope Food Pantry, 01/01/12 - current
- Clarkson College, Adjunct Faculty, 01/01/14 - 05/31/17
- Nebraska Center for Nursing Board, 10/01/10 - 06/30/13
Timeline
Director, Health and Human Services Programs
CyncHealth
09.2023 - 04.2025
Director, Participant Experience
CyncHealth
06.2022 - 09.2023
Director, Quality and Government Programs
CyncHealth
05.2021 - 06.2022
Director, Medical Clinical Operations
Optum
08.2020 - 05.2021
Sr. Clinical Practice Performance Manager/Transformation Consultant
United Healthcare
08.2015 - 08.2020
Health Promotion Program Manager
Nebraska/Western Iowa VA Healthcare System
10.2010 - 07.2015
Nurse Case Manager, Cardiovascular Surgery
Nebraska Medicine
09.1997 - 10.2010
Master of Public Health -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Nursing -
Clarkson College
Diploma of Nursing -
Bryan School of Nursing
Bachelor of Journalism -
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
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