Chip Porter
About Chip Porter
Chip Porter serves as the Vice President of Managed Care Contracting at Envision Healthcare, bringing over 20 years of executive leadership experience in payer and provider network design. He has held various senior roles in notable healthcare organizations, demonstrating expertise in contract execution and stakeholder engagement.
Current Role at Envision Healthcare
Chip Porter serves as the Vice President of Managed Care Contracting at Envision Healthcare. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's strategic initiatives in Nashville, TN. His role involves overseeing managed care contracting processes and ensuring effective relationships with payers and providers.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Management
Chip Porter has over 20 years of experience in executive leadership roles within the healthcare sector. Prior to his current position, he held several significant roles, including Senior Vice President at Virtual Radiologic and Chief Executive Officer at MBX Medical Billing Experts, LLC. His experience spans various organizations, including US Oncology, Golden Living, and UnitedHealth Group, where he focused on managed care and reimbursement strategies.
Educational Background
Chip Porter studied at Florida College from 1974 to 1977 and later attended the University of Nevada-Reno, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Pre-Law from 1989 to 1992. His educational background has provided a foundation for his extensive career in healthcare management and contracting.
Expertise in Managed Care Contracting
Chip Porter possesses extensive expertise in executing various contract models, including fee-for-service, global capitation, shared risk, and early ACO development. His knowledge in payer and provider network design and reimbursement strategy has been instrumental in his leadership roles across different organizations.
Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
Chip Porter is recognized for his effective public speaking and media training. He has strong interpersonal skills that facilitate consensus among stakeholders. Known for developing long-term relationships, he leads by example and emphasizes staff development for personal and organizational success.