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Kurt Small

Enthusiast · DISC type i
President, Medicaid at Elevance Health
📍 Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Kurt Small is a healthcare industry leader with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as the President of Medicaid at Elevance Health. He will transition to the role of President and CEO of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in July 2024. He holds an MBA from the Yale School of Management.

As a self-described lifelong learner, Kurt is passionate about solving complex problems within the nations healthcare system. His career is driven by a commitment to improving the lives and health of the communities served by his organizations, focusing on creating more effective healthcare solutions.

He has been repeatedly recognized by Savoy as one of the Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
President, Medicaid
Job Level
Senior
Location
Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States
Personality Overview

How Kurt shows up

Consensus Focused
Story Driven
Optimistic

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.

Priorities

Topics Kurt cares about

Government Healthcare
He has spent decades leading Medicare and Medicaid businesses for major health insurers like Elevance Health and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
Healthcare Affordability
In his upcoming role as CEO of CareFirst, he has emphasized a commitment to improving the affordability, access, and quality of care for members.
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Career

Work history

10-2023
President, Medicaid
Elevance Health
1-2022 - 10-2023
Senior Vice President & President, Commercial and Specialty Business Division – East Region
Elevance Health
9-2020 - 1-2022
Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Government Business Division
Elevance Health
7-2019 - 9-2020
President Federal Government Solutions
Elevance Health
7-2017 - 6-2019
President Government Markets
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
In the press

Media appearances

Elevance Health | Kurt Small | Daily Flash. Featured in YouTube
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Elevance Health's Kurt Small Appointed to MHPA Executive Committee. Featured in MedicaidPlans.org
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Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Yale School of Management
Bachelor of Arts - BA
William & Mary
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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