Claudia Collins is an experienced healthcare professional with a robust background in nursing and clinical management. Currently serving as Staff VP of Clinical Innovation & Comprehensive Medical Care at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona since August 2020, Claudia has also held the title of Director of Medical Management at Banner Health since August 2016. Previous roles include leadership positions in Utilization Management at Optum and UnitedHealth Group, where Claudia excelled as an RN Transition Coach. With a foundational career starting as a Registered Nurse at Banner Health and Mississippi Baptist Health Systems, Claudia possesses extensive experience across various medical disciplines. Claudia holds a Master's of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Care Coordination from Capella University and a BSN from Mississippi College, complemented by a BS in Psychology from Columbus State University and an Associate of Arts and Sciences from Maricopa Community Colleges.