Ms. Velez is credited for expertly handling some of the biggest changes to Medicaid in New Jersey’s history, as well as for improving many non-healthcare programs, according to the report.
Elizabeth Connolly, who currently serves as Ms. Velez’s chief of staff, will be acting commissioner until Governor Chris Christie (R) nominates a successor.
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National Center for Healthcare Leadership names former Cone Health CEO president
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Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital gets new CNO
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