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Vālenz® Hires Suzann Chesek as Vice President of Care

February 25, 2022/in Announcements, Featured/by Holly Lawton

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Feb. 25, 2022) — Vālenz® announced today that Suzann Chesek, BSN, RN, MBA, CCM, joined the team as Vice President of Care on February 21.

Chesek, who has more than 20 years’ experience with managed care and healthcare organizations, will lead care management operations for Valenz following the retirement of Janet Koch. Over the next three months, Chesek and Koch will work closely to assure a seamless transition before Koch’s retirement begins on June 1.

Most recently, Chesek was Director of Clinical Operations, Healthcare Management for Trustmark Health Benefits. She also served as Clinical Operations Manager with Holy Spirit Health System and as Hospital Administrator and Clinical Manager Employee Health & Safety with Wellspan Health.

Chesek’s background in clinical operations for managed care is fortified by her strong foundation as an ICU nurse, including roles such as ICU Bedside & Charge Nurse, House Supervisor & ICU Flex Nurse, and PRN ICU RN. With a bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Eastern Mennonite University and an MBA in Healthcare Management from Western Governors University, Suzann is working toward a second master’s degree in Management & Leadership from WGU.

“By leveraging a rich blend of leadership skills and technical expertise throughout her impressive career, Suzann has established herself as a proven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, complex environment,” said Rob Gelb, Chief Executive Officer of Valenz. “She welcomes a challenge and is highly recognized for her superior planning, decision-making and change management capabilities.”

Chesek pointed to her experience in managed care organizations as well as her studies in healthcare management and leadership as great preparation for her new role with Valenz.

“The teamwork, collaboration and leadership model at Valenz clearly align with my vision for the continuous growth and innovation of care management operations,” Chesek said. “As a strong believer in asking “why” to discover what is best for patients, clients and the company, I look forward to further enhancing our culture of partnership and accelerating our ability to deliver smarter, better, faster healthcare for the people we serve.”

Learn more about the Valenz leadership team.

About Valenz

Vālenz® simplifies the complexities of self-insurance for employers through a steadfast commitment to data transparency and decision enablement. To balance the relationship between healthcare quality, advocacy and cost, the Valenz approach aligns the patient, payer and provider. We deliver this synergy through a strong foundation with deep roots in clinical and member advocacy, alongside decades-long expertise in claim reimbursement and payment validity, integrity and accuracy. By establishing “true transparency” and offering data-driven solutions that improve cost, quality and outcomes for you and your members, Valenz engages early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. More information is available at valenzhealth.com. Valenz is backed by Great Point Partners. 

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Vālenz® Promotes Jordan Hersh, MBA, to Senior Vice President, Channel Distribution

February 18, 2022/in Announcements, Featured/by Diane Morgan

Hersh brings 15+ years’ experience solving cost-related healthcare challenges for employers and companies of all sizes

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Feb. 18, 2022) — In response to continued expansion of the Vālenz® ecosystem and rapidly increasing demand for its solutions, Valenz leaders have announced a new position on their executive tram: Jordan Hersh, MBA, has been appointed to Senior Vice President, Channel Distribution.

This appointment marks a promotion for Hersh, who initially joined Valenz in 2007 and has served as Vice President, Business Development since early 2019. Hersh is known as an excellent cross-functional leader, bringing the organization together to meet business goals through client-focused solutions and services.

“Since joining Valenz at the very beginning of our ecosystem journey, Jordan has been a catalyst for ensuring our vision, organizational strategies and new product development are delivered to the market,” said Nathan Nelson, Chief Revenue Officer. “His passion for success, combined with his proven track record of delivering results, make him the ideal fit to head up channel distribution for our company.”

Hersh’s career spans 15 years at the intersection of healthcare and technology, focused on solving client and member challenges in the employer-sponsored healthcare domain. He has an MBA from the University of San Francisco School of Management and extensive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, product marketing, account management and sales strategy.

“I believe deeply in the Valenz mission, vision and promise, and I’m excited to take on this new opportunity,” said Hersh. “I have a lot of ideas and an incredible team here to further enhance our distribution strategy for the benefit of our clients and their members, as well as our own company and ecosystem partners.”

Learn more about the Valenz leadership team.

About Valenz

Vālenz® simplifies the complexities of self-insurance for employers through a steadfast commitment to data transparency and decision enablement. To balance the relationship between healthcare quality, advocacy and cost, the Valenz approach aligns the patient, payer and provider. We deliver this synergy through a strong foundation with deep roots in clinical and member advocacy, alongside decades-long expertise in claim reimbursement and payment validity, integrity and accuracy. By establishing ‘true transparency’ and offering data-driven solutions that improve cost, quality and outcomes for you and your members, Valenz engages early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. More information is available at valenzhealth.com. Valenz is backed by Great Point Partners. 

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Janet Koch, Vālenz® Vice President of Care, Announces June 1 Retirement

February 18, 2022/in Announcements, Featured/by Diane Morgan

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Feb. 18, 2022) — After more than 10 years in care management leadership roles with Vālenz®, Janet Koch, RN, BSN, CCM, has announced her retirement beginning June 1.

Janet became Vice President of Care in 2017 after joining Valenz in 2011. Her many accomplishments include transforming the business through clinical platform migrations, leading multiple URAC accreditation certifications for the three core clinical businesses, designing and deploying quality incentive programs for team members, and building the company brand through consistent quality and outcomes for Valenz customers and their members.

“Janet has made such a tremendous impact on Valenz, the Care team and our customers,” said Rob Gelb, Chief Executive Officer of Valenz. “She has been the bedrock of our Care business for 10 years and left her mark on every aspect of our care management operations and team.”

“Although her announcement is bittersweet, we are thrilled for her and her family to embark on the next chapter of her life journey, and we wish her the greatest happiness in the future,” added Amy Gasbarro, Chief Operating Officer of Valenz.

Before joining Valenz, Janet’s career in nursing spanned over 25 years after she served as an air traffic controller in the U.S. Navy for 17 years.

“I have absolutely loved every single day of working side by side with such a talented Care team and the entire extended Valenz family,” Janet said. “I have especially valued my time working with our customers and their members. I’m very grateful to our leadership and my team for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity I’ve had to make a difference in the lives of so many.”

Janet will continue to work closely with the Valenz team to support a smooth transition. In addition, she has been highly involved in the hiring process for her successor, who soon will be announced.

About Valenz

Vālenz® simplifies the complexities of self-insurance for employers through a steadfast commitment to data transparency and decision enablement. To balance the relationship between healthcare quality, advocacy and cost, the Valenz approach aligns the patient, payer and provider. We deliver this synergy through a strong foundation with deep roots in clinical and member advocacy, alongside decades-long expertise in claim reimbursement and payment validity, integrity and accuracy. By establishing ‘true transparency’ and offering data-driven solutions that improve cost, quality and outcomes for you and your members, Valenz engages early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. Valenz is backed by Great Point Partners. More information is available at valenzhealth.com.

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Vālenz® Hires Jeff Smith as Director of Project Management

February 18, 2022/in Announcements, Featured/by Diane Morgan

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Feb. 18, 2022) — Vālenz® announced today that Jeff Smith has joined the team as Director, Project Management. Smith, a 33-year industry veteran, will lead all project management initiatives, including but not limited to IT projects, new client implementations, and projects involving mergers and acquisitions.

As a senior-level managed care leader with extensive experience in operations management, product development and sales, Smith has conducted more than 100 implementation projects involving complex products and services. This experience has made him an expert in project planning, process and systems integration, product development, data transfer, and implementation.

“I’ve known Jeff for many years, and several of us at Valenz have worked with him the past. There is no doubt Jeff will be an outstanding catalyst for growth and expansion, and successful delivery of solutions for our clients,” said Rob Gelb, Chief Executive Officer. “His expertise and exceptional project management skills will accelerate success for all stakeholders, and we are thrilled to have him on board.”

Smith’s career spans three decades in the managed care and payer domains, including 10 years as Senior Project Manager at Coventry Health Care, where he led client implementation projects.

“When you have an in-depth understanding of the needs, objectives and environment at the core of every project, then you can ensure implementation will be successful and results will be optimal,” said Smith. “Results-driven project management is a collaborative process that engages early and often, just like all things Valenz. I’m honored to be on the team and feel this is a perfect fit.”

About Valenz
Vālenz® simplifies the complexities of self-insurance for employers through a steadfast commitment to data transparency and decision enablement. To balance the relationship between healthcare quality, advocacy and cost, the Valenz approach aligns the patient, payer and provider. We deliver this synergy through a strong foundation with deep roots in clinical and member advocacy, alongside decades-long expertise in claim reimbursement and payment validity, integrity and accuracy. By establishing ‘true transparency’ and offering data-driven solutions that improve cost, quality and outcomes for you and your members, Valenz engages early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. Valenz is backed by Great Point Partners. More information is available at valenzhealth.com.

https://www.valenzhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Valenz_Jeff-S-Annc_600x432.jpg 432 600 Diane Morgan https://www.valenzhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/valenz-logo-1-23-3.png Diane Morgan2022-02-18 14:37:012022-03-23 13:25:10Vālenz® Hires Jeff Smith as Director of Project Management

Vālenz® to Attend HCAA Executive Forum as Corporate Sponsor

February 11, 2022/in Announcements, Events, Featured, Press/by Maris Panjada

Event scheduled for Feb. 21-23 in Las Vegas

PHOENIX, Ariz. (February 11, 2022) — As Corporate Sponsors of the HCAA Executive Forum, Vālenz® leaders have announced they are attending the key networking event for the self-funded industry in Las Vegas this year.

The HCAA Executive Forum, which addresses timely industry topics while providing opportunities to connect with colleagues, returns to an in-person format for the first time in two years. A real-time, live-streaming option is available for registrants unable to attend on site. Valenz also will be featured in the B-to-B Marketplace where attendees can find rich information about how the health data technology firm improves cost, quality and outcomes for self-funded plans and their members.

“This year’s conference theme, Unstoppable Spirit, is very fitting when you consider the new challenges the self-insured industry has had to solve and overcome during the pandemic,” said Rob Gelb, Chief Executive Officer at Valenz. “As we become more agile and adaptable in a dramatically changed world, we look forward to sharing data-driven solutions that simplify the complexities of self-insurance through true transparency and decision enablement.”

The HCAA Executive Forum will be held Feb. 21-23 at the Bellagio, with live-streaming of presentations occurring at Pacific Time. Attendees are encouraged to connect with Valenz to explore the benefits to their business and plan members through the unique integration of services across the care and claim continuum. The Valenz team attending the event includes Brian Campbell, Brittney Parrish, Greg Shelley and Steve Illions.

 

About Vālenz

Vālenz® simplifies the complexities of self-insurance for employers through a steadfast commitment to data transparency and decision enablement. To balance the relationship between healthcare quality, advocacy and cost, the Vālenz® approach aligns the patient, payer and provider. We deliver this synergy through a strong foundation with deep roots in clinical and member advocacy, alongside decades-long expertise in claim reimbursement and payment validity, integrity and accuracy. By establishing “true transparency” and offering data-driven solutions that improve cost, quality and outcomes for you and your members, Valenz engages early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. More information is available at valenzhealth.com. Valenz is backed by Great Point Partners.

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