DevonHealth Announces Vice President of Provider Networks
King of Prussia, PA – August 15, 2006 – Devon Health Services, Inc., a National Healthcare Cost Management Company and the Northeast’s most extensive Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), has promoted William Bruce to associate vice president of provider networks.
Mr. Bruce has been with Devon Health for over six years and previously served as director of hospital relations. He has extensive experience in network management, hospital contracting, and managed care.
“Bill’s focus will be to oversee the Hospital Relations, Network Development, and Provider Relations departments, implement strategies, and maintain growth,” says Barbara Grundy , vice president of business services. “His demonstration of strong leadership and the ability to think strategically ensures his success in this position.”
“I look forward to contributing to the success and growth of Devon Health,” says Mr. Bruce. “As our network continues to grow, it is essential that we maintain healthy and mutually beneficial relationships with our providers while continually developing new strategic alliances. My goal is to execute these objectives effectively.”
Background on Devon Health Services, Inc.
Devon Health Services, Inc. is a National Healthcare Cost Management Company founded by John A. Bennett, M.D., an emergency room physician, in 1991. Since its inception, Devon Health has been committed to providing affordable healthcare solutions designed to lower costs. Devon Health offers a suite of products to complete healthcare benefit packages, including a National Preferred Provider (PPO) Network, Claims Settlement, Pharmacy Benefit Management, medical quality decision support tools, and Custom, Secondary, Workers’ Compensation, and Motor Vehicle Networks. Devon Health is headquartered in King of Prussia , Pennsylvania .