Becker’s Hospital Review Names EmblemHealth’s CEO to “Women in Health IT to Know” List

New York, NY—EmblemHealth, one of the nation’s largest non-profit health insurers, is proud to announce that its CEO, Karen Ignagni, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Reviews 2024 “Women in Health IT to Know” list. The national list celebrates female leaders who intentionally leverage information technology to improve health care. Ms. Ignagni is the only health plan executive in New York to be recognized this year.

The annual recognition highlights the dedication of outstanding female leaders as they guide their organizations to modernize administrative health care processes, increase the efficacy of care models, standardize workflows, and more.

Ms. Ignagni leads EmblemHealth, a nonprofit health insurance company that serves over 3 million people.  She predicts the future of healthcare delivery will transform into a more consumer-centric model. Her effective leadership has led to the organization's efforts to pair advancements in health care technologies with a focus on addressing social determinants of health, leading to improved outcomes for New Yorkers.

“At EmblemHealth our focus is to enhance the health and well-being of New Yorkers. That means addressing barriers to care and finding innovative ways to meet our customers where they are, said EmblemHealth CEO, Karen Ignagni. “Thank you to Becker’s Hospital Review for recognizing our organization's continued efforts to improve health outcomes for our communities.”

About EmblemHealth
EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers, with over three million members and an 80-year legacy of serving New York’s communities. The company offers employers, individuals, and families various commercial and government-sponsored health plans and convenient community resources. As a market leader in value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top providers and hospitals to deliver quality, affordable care. For more information, visit  www.emblemhealth.com.