"100 Most Influential People in Healthcare" Nominee
Maurice Smith, President and CEO of Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Early Life and Education:
Maurice Smith was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He received his bachelor's degree in accounting from Roosevelt University and his MBA from Pepperdine University. After graduating from business school, Smith began his career at Arthur Andersen, a global accounting firm.
Career at HCSC:
In 1989, Smith joined HCSC, one of the largest customer-owned health insurance companies in the United States. He quickly rose through the ranks, holding various leadership positions in finance and operations. 2014, he was named President of HCSC's Illinois Plan, the state's largest health insurance company.
CEO of HCSC:
In 2020, Smith was named President and CEO of HCSC. As CEO, Smith has overseen the company's continued growth and success. He has also led HCSC's efforts to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare for its members.
Accomplishments:
Under Smith's leadership, HCSC has:
Grown to serve over 17.6 million members
Generated over $54 billion in annual revenue
Managed over $110 billion of medical spending annually
Expanded its Medicare Advantage geographic footprint
Acquired Health Benefits, a health insurance company in Arizona
Been recognized as one of the "100 Most Influential People in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare
Leadership Style:
Smith is known for his collaborative and inclusive leadership style. He is also a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion.
Personal Life:
Smith is married and has two children. He is active in his community and serves on the boards of several organizations.
Maurice Smith is a successful and accomplished executive who has significantly impacted the healthcare industry. He is a valuable asset to HCSC and its members.
Here are some additional details about Maurice Smith that I found:
He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).
He is a recipient of the Arthur Andersen Alumni Achievement Award.
He is a board member of the American Hospital Association (AHA) and the Catholic Health Association of the United States (CHA).