Douglas Cowieson
About Douglas Cowieson
Douglas Cowieson serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at EmblemHealth, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in healthcare management, having held various leadership roles at organizations such as Health Net and CIGNA Healthcare.
Current Role at EmblemHealth
Douglas Cowieson serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at EmblemHealth, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various operational functions, including Claims, Call Center, Medical Management, Billing & Enrollment, and Operational Excellence. His focus is on creating a customer-centric operation that is agile and forward-looking, enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.
Previous Experience at Health Net
Before joining EmblemHealth, Douglas Cowieson worked at Health Net as the Vice President of National Contracting from 2005 to 2010. During his five years in this role, he was responsible for managing national contracting initiatives, contributing to the company's strategic goals and operational success.
Career at CIGNA Healthcare
Douglas Cowieson held multiple positions at CIGNA Healthcare from 1996 to 2004. He served as Vice President for the Asia Pacific Region, where he managed healthcare operations for two years. He then transitioned to roles such as Vice President of Underwriting, VP of Network Management in Connecticut, and Vice President of Strategic Contracting, accumulating a total of five years of experience in various leadership capacities.
Leadership at Medical Access International
From 2010 to 2012, Douglas Cowieson was the Managing Director and CEO of Medical Access International. In this role, he led the organization for two years, focusing on healthcare services and operational management.
Education and Academic Background
Douglas Cowieson studied at the University of Strathclyde, where he earned an MBA in International Business from 1987 to 1988. He also attended Shawlands, contributing to his foundational knowledge in business and management.