Ms. Norwood is responsible for the strategic direction and all operations related to the company’s Medicaid and Medicare businesses, serving more than 13 million beneficiaries across the U.S. Harnessing her more than 30 years of healthcare management experience, Ms. Norwood led 21 of Elevance Health’s affiliated Medicaid plans to become the first in the nation to earn a full three-year accreditation for Health Equity and Health Equity Plus from the National Committee for Quality Assurance. In February, she led organizational Black History Month commentary and will be featured on Savoy’s upcoming 2024 Most Influential Executives in Corporate America list this year. She also currently serves on the board of directors of Wells Fargo. Prior to her current role, she served as the director of Illinois’ Department of Healthcare and Family Services.
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Becker's Recognition
Felicia Norwoodhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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