Linda Escalante

Supported the growth of a multi-state hospice organization from 15 patients to a $30M operation by leading EMR implementation, launching a scalable palliative care program, and developing billing, intake, and fleet operations infrastructure across 5 branches. Spearheaded EMR implementation across 5 branches in 3 states, improving documentation accuracy and compliance by an average of 90%.

Pioneered Medicare pre-claim review systems for 10 branches across 2 states, improving documentation compliance and reducing billing delays through cross-functional collaboration with clinical and billing teams. Developed and implemented Medicare pre-claim review processes, achieving affirmation rates of 98-100%.

Delivered home-based SLP services with a focus on functional communication, cognitive rehab, and end-of-life support while maintaining Medicare-aligned documentation across multiple counties. Enhanced patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

Provided speech-language pathology services across acute, outpatient, and long-term care settings as a self-directed contractor, consistently earning repeat contracts through clinical excellence and adaptability. Maintained HIPAA-compliant documentation and adapted across diverse clinical environments.

Directed therapy operations for three facilities within a regional health network, overseeing staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while continuing to provide direct speech-language therapy to patients. Managed teams of up to 30 therapists and oversaw budgeting, staffing, and survey readiness.

Completed a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology. This advanced degree provided specialized knowledge and clinical skills in the diagnosis and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders.

Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology. This foundational program covered the principles of human communication and provided initial training in speech and language disorders.