Layla Michaels
@laylamichaels
Healthcare professional specializing in medical records abstraction and patient-focused communication for quality care.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a people-oriented healthcare professional with experience supporting public health and ensuring accurate medical documentation. I’ve worked to track the spread of contagious diseases through structured interviews and ongoing symptom monitoring, while keeping impacted individuals supported and informed.
I also bring a strong record-abstraction background, reviewing and abstracting electronic medical records, collecting data from providers and claims, and supporting quality-of-care initiatives using HEDIS measures. I’m detail-focused, dependable, and committed to regulatory compliance—along with strong organization and clinic administration skills that help teams run efficiently.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
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Ohio Health Department
Apr 2020 - Apr 2022 (2 years)
Tracked the spread of contagious diseases by interviewing exposed individuals, determining quarantine needs, and monitoring symptoms. Coordinated ongoing communication and referred impacted individuals for testing as required.
Medical Records Abstractor
Molina Healthcare
Jun 2017 - Mar 2020 (2 years 9 months)
Reviewed and abstracted medical records by collecting chart information and uploaded documentation from providers, hospitals, and insurance claims. Evaluated charts for HEDIS hybrid measures and managed records using Epic EHR, spreadsheets, email, and databases.
Medical Records Abstractor
Heinzerling Memorial Foundation
Jan 2013 - May 2017 (4 years 4 months)
Documented findings from electronic medical record systems in a software documentation system by reviewing and abstracting medical records. Entered accurate data into project-specific systems and maintained regulatory compliance with JCAHO, HCFA, and OSHA standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ashworth College
Bachelor's, Healthcare Management
2019 -
Pursuing a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Management, with enrollment beginning in December 2019.
Columbus School of Practical Nursing
Licensed Practical Nursing, Licensed Practical Nursing
2008 - 2009
Completed training in Licensed Practical Nursing from May 2008 to September 2009.
West High School
Diploma, High School
1994 - 1997
Earned a high school diploma from August 1994 to June 1997.
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