Sara Hansen

Sara Hansen has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Sara started their career in 2005 as a Health Educator at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, where they focused on assisting patients and clients in achieving their health and wellness goals through motivational interviewing. Sara also performed wellness screenings, health risk assessments, and designed corporate wellness programs.

In 2012, Sara took on the role of CEO at Hansen Household, where they managed various responsibilities until 2016.

From 2016 to 2020, Sara worked at Avera Health Plans in multiple roles. Initially, they served as a Member Health Advocate, providing support and assistance to plan members. Sara then transitioned into the role of Risk Adjustment Coordinator before being promoted to Manager of Risk Adjustment Strategy & Operations. In this position, they played a key role in managing risk adjustment processes for the Affordable Care Act population. Finally, they were appointed as the Director of Quality and Health Management, providing strategic direction for accreditation programs and overseeing appeals, grievances, risk adjustment operations, and wellness services.

Overall, Sara Hansen has demonstrated a strong background in health management, risk adjustment, and wellness programming.

Sara Hansen holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Health and Physical Education/Fitness from South Dakota State University, which they completed from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Psychology from the University of South Dakota, which they completed from 2001 to 2005. In addition to their degrees, Sara has obtained a certification as a Health Coach from the Wellcoaches Corporation in August 2006.