Sam Diederich
About Sam Diederich
Sam Diederich serves as the Chief Product Officer at Apixio, where he has worked since 2023. He has over a decade of experience in strategic management within the healthcare industry, previously holding senior roles at UnitedHealth Group and Optum.
Current Role as Chief Product Officer
Sam Diederich serves as the Chief Product Officer at Apixio, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, ensuring that Apixio's offerings align with market needs and organizational goals. His leadership is focused on driving innovation and enhancing product performance.
Previous Experience at Apixio
Before becoming Chief Product Officer, Sam Diederich worked at Apixio as Senior Vice President, Strategy & Product from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure, he contributed to the strategic direction of the company and played a key role in product development initiatives that aimed to improve healthcare outcomes.
Career at UnitedHealth Group
Sam Diederich has extensive experience at UnitedHealth Group, where he held multiple senior roles. He served as Senior Vice President, Payer Market Solutions for three months in 2021 and as Vice President, Strategy, Growth & Partnerships from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he was Director of Product Strategy - Risk Adjustment, Quality & Network Solutions from 2013 to 2018, contributing to strategic initiatives in the healthcare sector.
Educational Background
Sam Diederich studied at the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business, where he earned degrees in Finance and Economics from 2003 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in strategic management and product development within the healthcare industry.
Professional Experience in Healthcare and Technology
With over a decade of strategic management experience in the healthcare industry, Sam Diederich has held significant roles at various organizations. He previously worked as a Senior Vice President at Optum, leading initiatives in strategy and product innovation. His career also includes positions at IBM as a Financial Analyst and at Verisk Health as a Business Analyst & Client Manager.