Stacia Cohen Rn

Stacia Cohen RN, MBA has a strong background in healthcare management and leadership. Stacia has a significant amount of experience in various roles within the healthcare industry, including executive positions. Stacia began their career at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in 2018 as the Executive Vice President of Health Services, where they oversee the strategic, transformational, and operational direction of health services for the company. This includes managing clinical care management, network contracting, medical policy, quality and accreditation, and community health initiatives.

Prior to joining CareFirst, Stacia held various positions at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota from 2011 to 2018. Stacia served as the Vice President of Medicare, where they were responsible for optimizing risk-adjusted revenue and quality bonus payments. Stacia also established the Stars Center of Excellence, which achieved optimal Star ratings and improved revenue for the Medicare and ACA Marketplace portfolio.

Before their tenure at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Stacia worked at FirstSolutions as the Director of Health Management Services and the Director of Integrated Healthcare Services. In these roles, they led the development and implementation of medical management programs, disease management programs, and initiatives to improve clinical outcomes, member satisfaction, and resource efficiency.

Stacia's career also includes roles at FirstPlan of Minnesota, where they served as the Director of Plan Improvement and Service Operations, Manager of Health Management, Quality Improvement, and Claims, Manager of Health Management and Quality Improvement, and Care Manager.

Throughout their career, Stacia has demonstrated strategic and operational leadership in healthcare management, compliance, quality improvement, and program development. Stacia'sexpertise in these areas has resulted in significant cost savings, improved clinical outcomes, and increased member satisfaction. Stacia's accomplishments and experience make their a valuable asset in the healthcare industry.

Stacia Cohen RN, MBA has a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Management from the College of St. Scholastica. Stacia also holds two Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degrees in Healthcare Leadership from the same institution. Additionally, Stacia has obtained a Registered Nurse certification from Western Technical College - Company. Stacia also has certifications as a Certified Managed Care Nurse from the American Board of Managed Care Nurses and as an Intrinsic Coach from Totally Coached. However, specific information about the years of obtaining their certifications and degrees is not provided.