Marie Cook
About Marie Cook
Marie Cook is the Director of Finance/Medical Economics at Highmark Inc., where she has worked since 2016. With a background in finance and medical economics, she previously held various roles at Aetna, contributing to the development of clinical programs that enhance outcomes and reduce costs.
Current Role at Highmark
Marie Cook serves as the Director of Finance/Medical Economics at Highmark Inc. since 2016. In this role, she leads three strategic analytical teams that focus on creating financial value through high-quality analytics. Cook is responsible for designing and implementing financial disciplines for analyzing clinical programs across the health plan portfolio. Her work aims to improve outcomes and reduce medical costs through effective financial strategies.
Previous Experience at Aetna
Prior to her current position, Marie Cook held various roles at Aetna, a CVS Health Company. She served as Executive Director of Finance from 2011 to 2017, where she contributed to financial strategies in the Hartford, Connecticut area. Earlier, she worked as Director of Medical Economics from 2004 to 2007, and later in Strategic Program Management from 2007 to 2009. Cook also held the position of Director of Medical Economics/Healthcare Analytics from 2009 to 2012, focusing on analytics and financial management.
Education and Expertise
Marie Cook earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University of Connecticut School of Business, completing her studies from 1995 to 1998. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics from The University of Connecticut, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. Her educational background supports her expertise in finance and medical economics, enabling her to effectively lead financial initiatives in healthcare.
Strategic Financial Leadership
In her roles, Marie Cook has served as a strategic financial business partner, focusing on the value creation of new clinical programs. Her leadership in financial analytics and program management has been instrumental in improving healthcare outcomes while managing costs. Cook's strategic approach emphasizes the importance of high-quality analytics in driving financial performance within healthcare organizations.