Beth Franke
About Beth Franke
Beth Franke serves as the Staff Vice President of Cost Optimization and Coordination of Benefits at Carelon, bringing over 29 years of experience in healthcare project management and operations. She has a background in leading high-profile programs and has held various leadership roles in the healthcare sector, including her previous position as Director of the Special Investigations Unit Pre-payment Review at Carelon.
Work at Carelon
Beth Franke currently serves as Staff VP, Cost Optimization, Coordination of Benefits at Carelon, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on optimizing costs and coordinating benefits within the organization. Prior to this, she worked as the Director of the Special Investigations Unit Pre-payment Review from 2015 to 2021. Her tenure at Carelon spans over six years, during which she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Beth Franke earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Centre College, where she studied from 1986 to 1990. Her educational background in mathematics supports her analytical skills, which are essential in her roles within healthcare project management and operations. With over 29 years of experience in the healthcare sector, she has developed expertise in leading high-profile programs and implementing process improvements.
Background
Beth Franke has a substantial background in healthcare project management and operations, with a career that includes significant roles at Carelon and Elevance Health. Before joining Carelon, she worked at Elevance Health as Director of Enterprise Portfolio Execution from 2013 to 2015. Her experience encompasses a range of responsibilities that have contributed to her understanding of healthcare processes and operational strategies.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Beth Franke has pioneered standardization and continuous improvements in end-to-end processes and core operations. Her proven ability to lead high-profile programs has been a key factor in her success in various roles. These achievements reflect her commitment to enhancing operational effectiveness and driving positive outcomes within the healthcare industry.