Daniel Dugger

Daniel Dugger is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in Medicare provider networks, currently serving as Vice President of National Medicare Provider Networks at Centene Corporation since March 2021. Responsibilities include leading Medicare value-based care performance across 30 states, managing a $7 billion P&L, and overseeing contract negotiation, data analytics, and performance management. Prior to this role, Daniel held various leadership positions at WellCare Health Plans, where notable achievements included achieving Centene’s first-ever CMS 5.0 Star Rating for 2022 and leading a growth strategy that ranked first in California. Daniel's career also features significant contributions in network management and hospital contracting, with a proven track record of enhancing performance and profitability across multiple states. Daniel holds a Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University and an Executive Leadership Certificate from Harvard Business School Executive Education.