BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global health
service company Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI) announced that seasoned
health care executive Charles "Chuck" Berg joined the company as
President, U.S. Government Business and Senior Advisor today. In
this role, Mr. Berg will guide the expansion of Cigna's Medicare
Advantage and Individual & Family Plan businesses. He will also
join the company's Enterprise Leadership Team, reporting directly
to David Cordani, Cigna Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer.
"Within our portfolio of government businesses, we have
significant runway for growth. Under Chuck's leadership, we will
bring a sharp focus on our strategy through continued geographic
expansion, leveraging Evernorth's industry-leading capabilities,
and product suite enhancements to help people achieve their health
and well-being goals," said Mr. Cordani. "I look forward to working
closely with Chuck and am confident he will be a valuable asset to
our team as we realize our vision to transform health care."
Mr. Berg has served as Executive Chair of DaVita Medical Group,
a leading value-based medical group that was acquired by Optum, and
as Executive Chairman of WellCare Health Plans, a provider of
managed care services for government-sponsored healthcare programs.
Prior to WellCare, he served as the Chief Executive Officer of
Oxford Health Plans, and became an executive at UnitedHealth Group
following its acquisition of Oxford. Mr. Berg also serves on the
Board of Directors for numerous health care companies, including
DaVita Inc., CareCentrix and Talkspace, among others. Additionally,
he is a member of the Operating Council of Consonance Capital
Partners, a healthcare-focused private equity firm.
"I am excited to be joining Cigna at this pivotal time to lead
the company's government-sponsored health care businesses, building
on the strength of their deep network of provider relationships,
high consumer ratings, and a wide range of best-in-class,
affordable products for seniors and local market exchange
customers," said Mr. Berg. "The highly talented and motivated
individuals supporting these businesses are relentlessly focused on
our customers, and I'm honored to be working alongside them."
About Cigna
Cigna Corporation is a global health
service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and
peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna delivers choice,
predictability, affordability and access to quality care through
integrated capabilities and connected, personalized solutions that
advance whole person health. All products and services are provided
exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna
Corporation, including Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company,
Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Evernorth companies or
their affiliates, and Express Scripts companies or their
affiliates. Such products and services include an integrated suite
of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health,
pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related
products. Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and
jurisdictions, and has more than 190 million customer relationships
throughout the world. To learn more about Cigna®,
including links to follow us on Facebook or Twitter,
visit www.cigna.com.
Media Contact
Justine
Sessions
justine.sessions@cigna.com
860-810-6523
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