Cathy Sherman-Ostrow

Cathy Sherman-Ostrow has extensive experience in the healthcare industry. Cathy currently holds the position of AVP, Provider Business Development at Carrum Health, starting in June 2023.

Prior to their current role, Cathy worked at Horizon Healthcare Innovations Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ, starting in July 2011. Cathy held the role of Value Based Contract Lead, where they were responsible for negotiating and developing ACO and value-based programs for commercial and MA. Cathy also implemented Episode of Care programs for various medical conditions.

Before that, Cathy worked at CIGNA from January 2006 to December 2010. Cathy held the position of AVP Strategic Contracting, where they managed and troubleshooted a $1 billion medical device segment. Cathy developed and implemented models to reduce device spend and client exposure.

From January 1998 to January 2006, Cathy worked at AETNA HEALTHCARE as a Sr. Network Manager. Cathy was involved in new product development and established contracting rate methodologies for specialty networks, such as transplant and pain management.

Cathy's earlier experience includes working as a National Provider Network Manager at Prudential Healthcare from an unknown start date to 1999.

Overall, Cathy Sherman-Ostrow's work experience showcases their expertise in provider business development, value-based programs, strategic contracting, and network management within the healthcare industry.

Cathy Sherman-Ostrow's education history begins in 1976 when they attended the University of Southern California (USC) and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. During their time at USC, they studied International Relations, International Business/Political Economics, as well as Philosophy and Religion. In 1984, they briefly attended UCLA to focus on Business and specialize in Management and International Business. In 1986, they pursued further education at USC extension, earning a degree in Business Management.