Laurie Schultz

Laurie Schultz has extensive experience in financial counseling and patient advocacy within the healthcare sector, particularly in oncology. Currently serving as Patient Finance Authorization Coordinator at Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan, Laurie authorizes treatments ensuring compliance with NCCN and FDA guidelines. Prior roles include Financial Counselor at Metro Health, where Laurie facilitated treatment authorization and copayment assistance for cancer patients, and Accounts Receivable Specialist at Pennock. Additionally, Laurie served as Senior Financial Counselor at Spectrum Health, leading a team of 15 financial counselors and assisting patients with insurance and third-party payer inquiries. Laurie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University and a high school diploma from Forest Hills Central.