Lisa Hettinger Strengthens Governance for Catalyst Solutions as New Advisory Board Member

In a significant move to enhance its government's healthcare solutions, Catalyst Solutions has announced that Lisa Hettinger will join its Advisory Board, focusing specifically on Government Solutions. This appointment not only highlights Hettinger’s extensive experience but also underscores Catalyst’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes for Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries.

Having spent over 30 years in leadership roles within the healthcare sector, Hettinger's credentials include a noteworthy tenure as the Chief Financial Officer and State Medicaid Director for the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. In this capacity, she demonstrated her ability to manage complex financial situations and operational frameworks that directly affect state healthcare programs.

Rachel Spilo, CEO of Catalyst Solutions, expressed her enthusiasm regarding Hettinger’s appointment, stating, "For 26 years, we have supported 20 million Medicaid and Medicare members on behalf of our more than 200 health plan clients. Lisa's experience will help in fulfilling Catalyst's commitment to helping deliver tangible results to state Medicaid programs, federal health programs and supporting those who need our support the most. I'm thrilled to have Lisa join us at such a critical time."

At the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Hettinger was responsible for overseeing staffing, operational performance, and leadership across various functions including financial, accounting, regulatory, IT, and auditing sectors. She successfully managed a staggering $5.5 billion annual budget, while driving initiatives that advanced child welfare, enhanced behavioral health resources, and mitigated the regulatory burden on stakeholders. Hettinger's leadership in Medicaid managed care and healthcare policy stands as a testament to her capability.

Currently, Hettinger is also the Senior Financial Director for a large health system in Idaho, a position that further demonstrates her commitment to improving community health through cost-effective and high-quality care. Her dual roles showcase a professional dedicated to the mission of enhancing both policy and practice within healthcare.

In her statement on joining Catalyst, Hettinger remarked, "I am looking forward to joining Catalyst to provide governance and innovation to their government solutions and help state Medicaid agencies to benefit from our combined experience. My experience as a Medicaid Director and then a CFO introduced me to a broad spectrum of solution providers. Catalyst's capabilities and values strongly resonate with me, and I am excited about facilitating Catalyst to deliver their proven services to State HHS and Medicaid Agencies."

Adding to the excitement of this appointment, Sas Mukherjee, President of Catalyst, noted the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare. "The entire healthcare landscape is undergoing transformation initiated by new leadership and policies. With Lisa's extensive experience at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, her expertise will help HHS and Medicaid agencies to navigate these changes and thrive," he said, emphasizing the beneficial outcomes expected from this strategic alliance.

As a member of the Advisory Board at Catalyst Solutions, Hettinger will leverage her vast expertise to enhance the company’s government solutions while promoting a culture of continuous improvement driven by technology. Her appointment is effective immediately, promising a fresh perspective and new heights for Catalyst Solutions as they continue to shape the future of healthcare.

About Catalyst Solutions

Catalyst Solutions is dedicated to revolutionizing health plan optimization by facilitating improved health outcomes, enhancing experiences for members and providers, and curbing costs associated with medical and administrative processes. With over 25 years of deep expertise in health plan outsourcing, IT, and consulting services, Catalyst remains steadfast in its mission to exceed customer expectations by delivering unparalleled service.