20 Under 40 | LAUREN WOLF
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As Nurse Investigator for the Kansas Attorney General’s Office, Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Division, Lauren Wolf has utilized her nursing education and experience to review complaints of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults, particularly those in Medicaid-supported facilities. She provides consultation on medical records, conducts advanced investigations of alleged fraud by medical providers, testifies in administrative/court proceedings, and provides education to provider and community groups.
In high school, Lauren spent her summers volunteering at the Topeka Zoo and Stormont Vail. She was the chair of Washburn Rural High School’s Student Council Community Service Committee where she organized monthly events for high school students to volunteer at the Topeka Rescue Mission, collect canned food for shelters, raise money for charities and organize blood drives. Most recently, Lauren has been volunteering to administer vaccines for the Shawnee County Health Department, delivering food for Silverbackks, Inc. and serving on committees at her two daughters’ school.
What characteristics do you value most in your coworkers?
Dedication. I have had the privilege of working with extremely talented and kindhearted professionals that are dedicated to seeking justice for elderly and dependent adults that are victims of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Their devotion is admirable and it makes coming to work each day a joy.
What motivates you?
Protecting vulnerable, dependent adults and elderly Kansans motivates me to do my work each day with a smile on my face. I love my job and the mission of my office.
What are you grateful for?
The many large and small blessings in my life include my family, friends, coworkers, health, and job. I am aware how extremely blessed I am and I believe that drives my motivation in helping others.
What’s the last series you binge-watched?
Downton Abbey! The Crawley Family, Lady Mary, Anna, Cora, Mr. Bates...I love them all!
What do you do for fun?
Yoga with my friends.
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