Name
02. What's Next for Health Insurance Innovation?
Date & Time
Monday, April 13, 2026, 8:00 AM - 8:40 AM
Speakers
Melanie Fernando, President and Chief Executive Officer, Aetna Better Health of Illinois
Deborah Hammond, Vice President Medical Director, Healthfirst
Steve Yurjevich, Chief Executive Officer, Payer Market, Optum Insight
Harlon Pickett, President, Eagle Care Health Solutions
Richard Greene, President, Clever Care Health Plan
Maraya Thorland, Chief Transformation Officer, EviCore by Evernorth
Deborah Hammond, Vice President Medical Director, Healthfirst
Steve Yurjevich, Chief Executive Officer, Payer Market, Optum Insight
Harlon Pickett, President, Eagle Care Health Solutions
Richard Greene, President, Clever Care Health Plan
Maraya Thorland, Chief Transformation Officer, EviCore by Evernorth
Description
Health plan executives discuss the next wave of insurance innovation transforming care, cost, and consumer experience. This panel explores emerging technologies, product design, and market trends shaping how insurers deliver value, enhance member engagement, and create competitive differentiation in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
Location Name
Regency Ballroom D (West Tower, Ballroom Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Fall Payer: Topic Tags
Leadership, Digital Transformation