Ellen Pochmara

Ellen Pochmara currently serves as a Quality and Compliance Analyst at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of patient care and regulatory adherence within the Home Care and Hospice division. In this capacity, Ellen leverages her extensive expertise in internal audits, risk analysis, and process improvement to identify potential non-compliance vulnerabilities and develop targeted solutions that enhance operational efficiency and compliance with Medicare and managed care regulations. Her keen analytical skills enable her to thoroughly assess performance audit results, uncover root causes of issues, and recommend corrective actions that align with both organizational goals and industry standards.

Ellen’s collaborative approach is central to her success, as she regularly partners with finance teams, senior leadership, and clinical staff to understand the financial and operational impacts of compliance initiatives. She actively contributes to the organization’s Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) Committee and Performance Audit Committee (PAC), where she presents data-driven insights and strategic recommendations that support continuous quality improvement and risk mitigation. Her expertise in project management and process improvement ensures that compliance strategies are effectively implemented and sustained across departments.

With a strong foundation in medical staff credentialing, Medicare regulations, and nonprofit healthcare operations, Ellen is adept at developing engaging presentation materials that communicate complex compliance issues clearly to diverse stakeholders. Her proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools further enhances her ability to monitor performance metrics and support data-informed decision-making. Overall, Ellen Pochmara’s comprehensive skill set and dedicated approach make her a vital contributor to the University of Rochester Medical Center’s mission of delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality care.