Wellvana Welcomes Jim Murray as New President and CFO to Enhance Value-Based Care Initiative

Wellvana Appoints Jim Murray as President and Chief Financial Officer

On January 8, 2026, Wellvana made a significant announcement with the appointment of Jim Murray as its new President and Chief Financial Officer. This move is seen as a strategic step towards enhancing the company’s capabilities in supporting hospitals and healthcare providers involved in value-based payment models across the United States.

Murray steps into this pivotal role with an impressive background, boasting over 40 years of experience in the healthcare sector. His career spans various leadership positions across payer, provider, and service organizations. Prior to joining Wellvana, he served as the Chief Executive Officer at VillageMD, where he oversaw primary care operations for over 200 clinics, servicing approximately 500,000 patients, including a significant number of Medicare beneficiaries under value-based agreements. His leadership also extended to the multispecialty and urgent care divisions, reflecting his extensive experience in managing diverse healthcare operations.

Susan Diamond, Wellvana's Chief Executive Officer, expressed her enthusiasm regarding Murray's appointment, highlighting his wealth of experience and proven track record in enhancing healthcare outcomes in value-based care environments. “His financial and operational expertise will play a crucial role in developing innovative strategies aimed at managing total healthcare costs effectively. We believe his leadership will drive growth across all our business lines, thereby providing greater value to our partners and the patients they serve,” she remarked.

Murray's previous roles include leading operations at Centene and Magellan Health, with a considerable tenure at Humana where he facilitated growth, operational transformation, and financial performance across various segments including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial business lines. His depth of experience in navigating complex healthcare landscapes equips him uniquely to lead Wellvana’s mission.

In his new role, Murray expressed his excitement to collaborate with Wellvana's partners, aiming to promote measurable improvements in cost efficiency, patient quality care, and accessibility. “Wellvana has cultivated a culture that empowers providers to excel in value-based care. I look forward to working closely with our partners to ensure that patient needs remain at the forefront of every decision we make,” he stated.

This appointment comes on the heels of several milestones for Wellvana, including the achievement of generating over $337 million in Medicare savings through its accountable care organizations (ACOs) in the 2024 Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP), establishing its reputation as a leading enabler of value-based care particularly for hospital- and rural-led ACOs.

Wellvana is recognized for its pivotal role in the value-based care transformation, currently serving more than 800,000 patients across 40 states. With a broad network comprising hospitals, health systems, and independent primary care practices, Wellvana assists progressive organizations in identifying appropriate risks, accessing new revenue models, and fostering improved patient outcomes.

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