Charles Hanson
About Charles Hanson
Charles Hanson serves as the CEO and CFO of the Health Plan Segment at CommonSpirit Health, bringing over 25 years of experience in the health care industry, particularly in financial and product management. He has held various senior roles at UnitedHealth Group and has a strong background in designing health benefit plans and managing financial performance.
Current Role at CommonSpirit Health
Charles Hanson serves as the CEO and CFO of the Health Plan Segment at CommonSpirit Health, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees financial operations and strategic initiatives within the health plan segment, contributing to the organization’s mission of providing accessible and high-quality health care. His leadership is focused on enhancing financial performance and ensuring the effective management of health benefit plans.
Professional Experience at UnitedHealth Group
Charles Hanson has extensive experience at UnitedHealth Group, where he held various positions over a span of 16 years. His roles included Senior Underwriter, Senior Consultant in Underwriting and Finance, Senior Director of Underwriting, Finance, and Actuarial Services, and Vice President of Finance. His tenure at UnitedHealth Group allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the health care industry, particularly in financial management and product development.
Education and Qualifications
Charles Hanson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, with minors in Insurance and Economics, from Minnesota State University, Mankato. He also completed an Accounting Degree Equivalency at the University of Minnesota. Additionally, he participated in the Executive Development Program at The Wharton School, further enhancing his expertise in finance and management within the health care sector.
Expertise in Health Care Financial Management
With over 25 years of experience in the health care industry, Charles Hanson specializes in financial and product management. He has significant project management experience and a proven track record in managing the financial performance of health benefit plans. His expertise includes designing health benefit plans, developing financial models, and establishing price points for provider contracts.
Background in Market Evaluation and Product Launches
Charles Hanson has experience in evaluating and selecting new markets for product launches. His background includes extensive work in pricing commercial and Medicare employer-group business, as well as integrating acquisitions and managing finance, accounting, actuarial, and product teams. His ability to navigate challenging environments has contributed to his success in the health care sector.