From Coding to Consulting: How Faith and Grit Built Keisha’s Healthcare Business

Keisha Wilson, the inspiring founder and CEO of KW Advanced Consulting, sits down with us to share her extraordinary journey from the front desk of a mental health clinic to the helm of her own consulting firm. With over 20 years in healthcare, Keisha's story is one of transformation, where early ambitions in social work pivoted to a celebrated career in medical coding and compliance. Listen as she brings to life the importance of saying "yes" to new opportunities and embracing the roles that shaped her career, all while balancing the personal challenges of being a caregiver for her mother.

As Keisha recounts her transition from medical coding to compliance, she paints a vivid picture of her career progression and the leap into entrepreneurship. From hospital compliance departments to management roles, her path wasn't always easy, but it was peppered with valuable lessons in leadership, integrity, and financial planning. Hear how a friend's encouragement and her own passion led to the creation of her consulting business, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of building a company from the ground up. The insights into bootstrapping, leveraging artistic skills, and the critical support of family speak volumes about the resilience required to succeed.

We also navigate the evolving landscape of telehealth, thrust into rapid expansion by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the ensuing complexities of maintaining compliance. Keisha offers her expertise on the intricacies of HIPAA compliance, patient privacy, and the challenges of international telehealth practices. This episode doesn't stop there; it dives into the opportunities for minority and women business owners, highlighting the journey to becoming a certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise. Through networking and collaboration, Keisha demonstrates the potential for growth and success, proving that seizing every opportunity can open doors to unexpected ventures.

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