Chris Thomas

Chris Thomas is a seasoned healthcare executive with extensive experience in claims operations and business transformation within the healthcare industry. Currently serving as Staff VP of Claims Operations at Elevance Health since December 2022, Chris has held various leadership roles, including Vice President of Claims Operations at Centene Corporation, where responsibilities included overseeing Medicare, Medicaid, and Marketplace claims operations. Chris founded and led Adeptio LLC, offering consultancy in health plan strategy and operations optimization. Previous positions include National Director of Operations at UnitedHealth Group and Senior Director roles at Florida Blue, contributing to strategic development and service efficiency initiatives. Chris's education includes an MBA from Jacksonville University and executive training from Stanford University and Northwestern University.