Lakisha Sims
Healthcare Executive | Provider Relations and Network Development | Healchare Strategist | Contract Management | Community Health | Leadership in Medicaid, Medicare, & Commercial Payers
- Role
- Director of Operations at Pathway Resource Center
- Location
- Indianapolis, IN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lakisha Sims
I am a seasoned healthcare executive with over 15 years of experience specializing in provider relations, network development, contract management, and program implementation across Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial payers. My career has been dedicated to building and expanding provider networks—including physicians, hospitals, post-acute care facilities, CMHC\'s, FQHCs, behavioral health clinics, and community mental health centers—to improve access, quality, and health outcomes for underserved populations. I possess a strong track record of managing complex contracts, negotiations, and SLAs, ensuring compliance, controlling costs, and maintaining high-performance standards. Throughout my career, I have fostered strategic collaborations among healthcare providers, hospitals, social services, and community stakeholders, addressing social determinants of health and promoting population health initiatives. I am highly proficient in leveraging data analytics, regulatory standards, and innovative strategies to drive organizational growth, member satisfaction, and continuous quality improvement. My leadership roles span across project management, vendor oversight, network expansion, and team development, supported by advanced certifications in project management and lean methodologies. Driven by a commitment to impactful healthcare solutions, I am passionate about creating equitable access to quality care and fostering community well-being.
Experience
Director of Operations
Jun 2024 — Present
Spearheaded strategic planning and secured over in funding to support community health initiatives, expanding access for over underserved residents- Led programs addressing social determinants of health, mental health, affordable housing, and education, significantly improving community engagement and health outcomes- Implemented operational improvements increasing organizational efficiency by 85% and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Education
Virginia University of Lynchburg
Doctor's Degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
2023 — 2024
Marian University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
2010 — 2011
IWU National & Global
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
2013 — 2015
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