Chief Medical Officer

Provide leadership and vision for the overall strategic development and execution of Wellmark’s health services strategy, which drive overall health services priorities, policies, and initiatives to manage healthcare utilization and costs, improve the quality of care, and improve the health status of members. Provide analysis and recommendations to the leadership team regarding trends and potential solutions to positively impact clinical quality and medical costs and help establish benchmarks and targets. Develop and implement policies and programs which support, promote, and advance the delivery of high-quality care consistent with evidence-based standards that address the unique needs of members by line of business. Ensure efficient operations and optimize business processes to reduce cycle times and administrative costs with the goal of improving member experiences and provider transactions. Develop and foster strong working relationships and communication at all levels of the company to ensure timely implementation of new strategies.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Chief Medical Officer in 1331 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA is between $175,000 to $325,000 per year. This is based on a combination of salary data from various sources, such as Glassdoor, Indeed, and Payscale. The salary range may vary depending on a number of factors, such as the company size, industry, and location.

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is a mutual insurance in the United States with more than two million members in Iowa and South Dakota. It is the dominant health insurance in Iowa. It is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.