Kenneth R. Goulet is joining Surgical Care Affiliates' board of directors, starting June 1, 2016.
Here are four takeaways:
1. Prior to joining SCA, Mr. Goulet held leadership roles with Anthem, including executive vice president and president of Anthem's commercial and specialty business.
2. Mr. Goulet has 23 years of experience with Cigna, where he held various management, sales and operations roles.
3. Equipped with more than 30 years of experience leading health plan organizations, Mr. Goulet also has focused on consumer service operations.
4. SCA operated 194 surgical facilities, comprised of ASCs and surgical hospitals, as of March 31, 2016.
"Ken's experience as a senior health plan leader, his knowledge of the overall health system, and his experience working with health plan leaders across the country will strengthen our board and help us advance our strategic partnerships," said Andrew Hayek, chairman and CEO, SCA. "We are thrilled that Ken is joining our board, and we look forward to working closely with him."
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