Russell Collins
About Russell Collins
Russell Collins serves as the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Cambia Health Solutions. He has extensive experience in legal roles within the health insurance sector, including significant positions at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska.
Work at Cambia Health Solutions
Russell Collins has held the position of Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Cambia Health Solutions since 2021. In this role, he provides legal support and oversees the delivery of legal counsel to the government programs division, which manages multiple Medicare Advantage Organizations and Medicare supplemental products. His responsibilities include collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
Previous Experience at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Prior to his current role, Collins worked at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska for several years in various capacities. He served as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary from 2017 to 2020, and previously held positions as Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, and VP Provider Contracts and Associate General Counsel. His tenure at the organization spanned from 2003 to 2020, during which he contributed to legal operations and corporate governance.
Education and Expertise
Russell Collins earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in News Editorial Journalism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completed from 1990 to 1994. His educational background supports his extensive legal expertise in health care law and corporate governance.
Legal Career Background
Collins began his legal career as an Associate Attorney at Bullivant Houser Bailey from 1997 to 1999. He later worked at Kutak Rock LLP for one year as an Associate Attorney before joining Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska. His experience includes serving as Staff Attorney and participating in various corporate transactions, including the divestiture and sale of a life insurance company and a tech subsidiary.
Achievements in Corporate Transactions
Throughout his career, Russell Collins has been involved in significant corporate transactions, including the divestiture and sale of a wholly owned life insurance company and a technology subsidiary. He has also supported a private equity joint venture that invests in early-stage health-related companies, showcasing his expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks within the health care sector.