Highmark Names William Winkenwerder Jr., as CEO

Pittsburgh, Pa.-based health insurer Highmark has named William Winkenwerder, Jr., MD, MBA, as its new CEO, replacing Kenneth Melani, MD, who was fired after being charged with assault and trespassing.

Advertisement

Dr. Winkenwerder served as the as assistant secretary of defense for health affairs in the U.S. Department of Defense from October 2001 through April 2007 and has held numerous executive positions in the healthcare industry.

He received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business.

More Articles on Highmark:

Moody’s Downgrades Highmark’s Outlook Following CEO’s Firing
Highmark CEO on Unpaid Leave; Faces Charges of Assault, Trespassing
Highmark, West Penn Merger Gets Public Support in Hearing

At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in Executive Moves

  • Optum Rx has named Jon Bosland as its next chief financial officer. “The PBM space is at an inflection point…

  • Several women have recently stepped into new executive roles at hospitals and health systems — including through promotions, new appointments…

Advertisement

Comments are closed.