Cheryl Powell
About Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell serves as a Principal Researcher at Mathematica and an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Boise State University, both since 2023. With over 20 years of experience in public service optimization, she is recognized as a national expert in Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
Work at Mathematica
Cheryl Powell has been serving as a Principal Researcher at Mathematica since 2023. In this role, she focuses on research initiatives that aim to enhance public service optimization, particularly in the healthcare sector. Her expertise in health policy and operational strategies contributes to Mathematica's mission of improving outcomes through evidence-based research.
Current Role at Boise State University
In addition to her position at Mathematica, Cheryl Powell is also an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Boise State University, a role she began in 2023. She engages with students in the field of public policy, sharing her extensive knowledge and experience in healthcare systems and policy development.
Professional Background
Cheryl Powell has an extensive background in healthcare policy and management, with over 20 years of experience in public service optimization. She has held various leadership roles, including Vice President at Ad Hoc LLC and Senior Principal at MITRE, where she focused on Medicare and Medicaid coverage, payment, and equity. Her career includes significant positions at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, where she contributed to policy development and strategic initiatives.
Educational Qualifications
Cheryl Powell holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia, obtained from 1991 to 1995. She furthered her education at the Harvard Kennedy School, earning a Master of Public Policy from 1997 to 1999. Additionally, she studied Philosophy at the University of St. Andrews for one year in 1993-1994, which adds to her diverse academic background.
Achievements and Expertise
Cheryl Powell is recognized as a national expert in Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. She has a proven track record of guiding and directing actionable health policy innovations aimed at improving healthcare outcomes. Her strategic leadership in implementing healthcare transformation initiatives has positioned her as a key figure in the field.