Your Partner in Compliance and Care Excellence
Baker Advisory Group is a Limited Liability Company (LLC) registered in the State of Indiana, specializing in quality and safety assurance. Founded 22 years ago by a healthcare professional with extensive leadership experience in compliance, quality management, and accreditation preparation, we are headquartered in Indiana.
The Mission That Drives Us
To empower healthcare organizations to achieve operational excellence and regulatory compliance through expert consulting, practical solutions, and sustainable quality improvement.
Our mission is shaped by a deep commitment to:
- Patient-centered and value-driven care
- Robust quality and safety systems
- Data-informed decision-making
- High-performing, accountable teams
- Excellence in healthcare delivery across the continuum of care
This perspective ensures we deliver consulting services that are not only compliant but practical, sustainable, and aligned with real-world healthcare operations.
Our Guiding Vision
To be Indiana's most trusted and results-driven healthcare advisory firm-known for advancing compliance, accreditation readiness, and excellence in patient care operations.
Core Values
- Integrity and Accountability
- Excellence in Service
- Collaboration for Impact
- Innovation and Practical Solutions
- Commitment to Quality and Compliance
Our Competitive Advantage
Our approach enables us to deliver practical, effective compliance solutions that support long-term organizational success.
- In-depth knowledge of Indiana-specific healthcare regulations and systems
- Personalized, on-site support rather than generic, remote-only consultation
- A strong combination of clinical insight and administrative expertise
Our Organizational Structure
Managing Director / Lead Consultant
Oversees business operations, client strategy, and project delivery
Regulatory Consultants
Handle audits, training, and compliance documentation
Administrative Manager
Manages contracts, scheduling, invoicing, and communication
Subject Matter Experts (as Needed)
Contracted specialists for infection control, quality, or risk management
Leveraging the Latest Technology and Tools
- HIPAA-compliant documentation and communication systems.
- Secure teleconsulting platform for remote engagements.
- Client compliance dashboard for progress tracking and audit reports.
A Visionary Leader
Strategic Healthcare Leader | Quality & Compliance Expert | Behavioral Health Innovator | Ph.D., LMHC
Our founder comes with more than 20 years of experience advancing quality, compliance, and population health strategies across complex behavioral health systems.
Healthcare Leadership in Practice
Our founder currently serves as Senior Director of Quality at Aspire Indiana Health, leading enterprise-wide initiatives in quality improvement, utilization management, and patient experience. This role involves leveraging real-time data to drive clinical performance, strengthen compliance posture, and deliver measurable improvements in patient outcomes across a large, integrated healthcare system.
Deep Expertise in Compliance and Accreditation
With extensive experience at both organizational and national levels, our founder brings a rare depth of regulatory insight, including:
- National accreditation experience as a Behavioral Health Surveyor for The Joint Commission
- Nearly a decade as Corporate Compliance Officer at Hamilton Center
- Oversight of more than $2.5 million in compliance-related operations, including privacy, risk management, managed care contracting, and performance auditing
This background enables us to anticipate regulatory challenges and guide organizations through audits, surveys, and corrective action with confidence.
Strategic Focus and Specialized Expertise
Our founder specializes in aligning strategy, data, and operations to support sustainable compliance and high-quality care, with expertise in:
- CMS, DEA, SAMHSA, and Joint Commission standards
- Quality systems design and regulatory strategy
- EMR optimization and workflow efficiency
- Population health analytics and performance improvement
Holding a Ph.D. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Media Technology, our founder applies systems-thinking methodologies to solve complex clinical, operational, and regulatory challenges.
Navigating a Growing Compliance Landscape
The healthcare compliance consulting sector continues to expand as regulatory demands and accreditation standards intensify. In Indiana, more than 160 hospitals and hundreds of outpatients and long-term care facilities must maintain compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and state-level requirements-creating consistent demand for experienced, professional consulting support.
The Market Opportunity
Healthcare organizations are facing increased regulatory oversight while operating with limited internal compliance and quality resources. Our team fills this gap by providing accessible, hands-on consulting services designed to meet Indiana's specific regulatory environment.
Risk Management
Potential Risks
- Regulatory changes altering consulting demand
- Competitive market pressure from large firms
- Economic downturns that impact healthcare budgets
Our Mitigation Strategies
- Continuous professional development to stay current on regulations
- Building long-term client contracts through retainer models
- Diversifying revenue via training programs and accreditation packages
Our Approach
From the outset, our firm has been grounded in a practical, data-informed approach to improving patient care while ensuring regulatory readiness and operational excellence. Reach out for more details.