Michele Welch Email & Phone Number

Indiana, Pennsylvania

Evaluate medical records for validity and extent of injury. Summarize and evaluate results, providing detailed information to attorneys for litigating personal injury claims. • Provide informed opinions on the extent and validity of an injury based on medical records and injury occurrence.

Surgical, Or, Med-Surg

Provided patient-focused general and orthopaedic surgical care and patient education in pre-operative, post-operative, and medical care units. Utilized diverse clinical expertise in assessing and evaluating patient condition and needs, developed appropriate plans of care, and acted on changes needed for optimal patient outcomes.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

Researched, built, and processed member and provider appeals, utilized CPT and diagnosis coding in accordance with national, local, and Medicare guidelines. Ensured all processes and procedures aligned with the company objectives. • Processed appeals per department policy, used clinical review tools, medical records, and input from Physician Advisors, ensuring compliance with all timelines and project standards.

Participated in the case management team, performed chart audits, utilized ICD-10 coding, coordinated data collection, performed MDS 3.0 completion, and led the care planning process. Collaborated with physicians and multi-disciplinary team members, provided education, and supported residents and caregivers emotionally and physically. • Initiated chart review audits leading to better adherence to best practice standards and CMS guidelines.• Developed an Antibiotic Stewardship Program following seven core elements, decreasing the amount of reportable facility-acquired multi-drug resistant organisms and adverse effects of antibiotic use.• Led a Process Intervention Plan (PIP) to comply with the QAPI plan, identified root causes of issues and designed efforts to improve resident experiences. Resulted in increased satisfaction and overall well-being of residents.

Cambria And Blair County Prisons

Operate independently within confines of imprisonment facility; providing adequate health care by assessing, educating and treating inmates in collaboration with off-site MD, while maintaining overall safety.

Altoona, Pennsylvania

Help people live as independently and comfortably, with the least amount of pain or discomfort in their final days. Act as an advocate for patients and families. Provide supportive end of life care by assessing changing condition; managing pain and other symptoms; providing physical, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families. Educate patient, families and staff; supervise and direct other nursing staff as appropriate.

Diploma, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, 3.87

Activities and Societies: Valedictorian & Class secretary

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse