November 6, 2024- CVS Health announced two key leadership appointments as it continues the push to improve its financial performance, according to Fierce Healthcare. Steve Nelson will join the company as president of Aetna. Nelson most recently was the CEO of primary care company ChenMed and is the former CEO of UnitedHealthcare, the largest insurer in the U.S. He also held multiple leadership roles at UHC in the past, CVS said, including at the helm of its government business.
In addition, Prem Shah will step into the role of group president, where he will be charged with driving performance and value creation for CVS’ Caremark, pharmacy and health services divisions. Previously, he served as chief pharmacy officer and president of the pharmacy and consumer wellness unit.