Michele Morlock
Spring Lake,MI
Summary
Experienced Healthcare Administrator with a combined background in Nursing and Healthcare Law. Skilled in Healthcare Risk Management, Corporate Compliance, Healthcare Insurance/Payment Issues, Healthcare Billing, Coding, and Documentation, and Healthcare Finance. Skilled in Provider relations and Provider contracting.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Counsel/Compliance Officer
Capital Internal Medicine Associates
Lansing, MI
10.2020 - Current
- Provide legal advice to Capital Internal Medicine Associates, P.C., in areas related to corporate business operations, professional service contracting, risk management, professional billing and coding compliance, clinical documentation, and related regulatory matters.
- Advise on implementation of federal and/or state legal/regulatory requirements impacting the health care industry and the operational considerations resulting from those requirements
- Advise on patient complaints/concerns and/or service issues; participate in problem resolution.
- Evaluate appropriate legal course of action to minimize risks and meet business objectives; advise CEO and Senior leadership accordingly.
- Coordinate responses to inquiries from governmental agencies regarding potential violations of applicable laws.
- Conduct due diligence investigations to identify issues related to business transactions, employment/human resource matters, service expansions, investments, etc.
- Manage outside counsel in litigation matters.
- Draft internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Partner/Owner
Morlock-Noren LLC
Williamston, MI
05.2004 - Current
- In partnership with two other professionals, established a national medical billing and compliance company serving the needs of Professional Healthcare Providers in multiple specialties throughout the United States.
- Provided professional billing services for Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hospitalist Providers, Family Practice, Optometry, Opthalmology, OB/GYN, Neurology, Podiatry and Chiropractic Services.
- Reviewed current systems and processes regularly to identify opportunities for improvement in workflow, resources, staffing and other areas relevant to efficiency and effectiveness.
Chief Executive Officer
Capital Internal Medicine Associates, P.C.
Lansing, MI
07.2013 - 09.2024
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with Physician Partners to establish long-term goals and strategies.
- Managed executive team members to establish the culture, policies and procedures necessary to promote the corporate mission.
- Monitored budgetary expenditures across multiple departments to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Represented the organization at conferences, events, and networking activities as needed.
- Implemented technological solutions to improve operational effectiveness, including implementation of new Electronic Medical Records/Practice Management Software.
- Spearheaded internal initiatives designed to foster collaboration among staff members.
- Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and collaborating healthcare providers.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed members of the leadership team.
- Recruited, mentored and supported Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers in both outpatient and inpatient settings
- Negotiated and approved contracts for professional services, healthcare supplies, software and other needed resources.
- Cultivated relationships with area hospitals, pharmacies and other healthcare providers/vendors to expand access to the full continuum of services for our patients.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Vice President of Professional Affairs
Memorial Healthcare Center
Owosso, MI
09.1993 - 03.2001
- Responsible for multiple hospital departments, including the Medical Staff Office, Case Management, Medical Records, Risk Management.
- Responsible for all aspects of operation for Health Support Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Memorial Healthcare, employing 50+ Physicians and 200 staff located in multiple office sites throughout Shiawassee County.
- Reported regularly to the Hospital Board, Executive Committee and Finance Committee on matters associated with relevant areas of responsibility.
Critical Care Unit Manager/Critical Care Educator
Lansing General Hospital
Lansing, Michigan
01.1982 - 02.1985
Clinical Nurse
Memorial Hospital
St Joseph, MI
07.1975 - 12.1981
- Staff nurse on postoperative floor and Critical Care unit.
Nursing Faculty
Lake Michigan Community College
Benton Harbor, Michigan
1977 - 1981
- Facilitated lectures, discussions, seminars, workshops, and other educational activities related to nursing practice.
- Participated in professional development activities such as conferences and workshops.
- Designed lesson plans, lectures and all test materials for assigned modules in Associate Degree Nursing Program.
- Provided guidance and support to students in the clinical setting.
Education
J.D. -
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Lansing, MI01-1987
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI06-1975
Skills
- Healthcare Administration
- Healthcare Law
- Healthcare Compliance
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Litigation Management
- Organization and Administration
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Contract Review and Negotiation
Timeline
Corporate Counsel/Compliance Officer
Capital Internal Medicine Associates
10.2020 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Capital Internal Medicine Associates, P.C.
07.2013 - 09.2024
Partner/Owner
Morlock-Noren LLC
05.2004 - Current
Vice President of Professional Affairs
Memorial Healthcare Center
09.1993 - 03.2001
Critical Care Unit Manager/Critical Care Educator
Lansing General Hospital
01.1982 - 02.1985
Clinical Nurse
Memorial Hospital
07.1975 - 12.1981
Nursing Faculty
Lake Michigan Community College
1977 - 1981
J.D. -
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Andrews University
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