Luke Whitworth
About Luke Whitworth
Luke Whitworth serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Option Care Health, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in healthcare operations, finance, and leadership, having held various senior roles at Option Care Health and Cardinal Health over nearly two decades.
Work at Option Care Health
Luke Whitworth has served as Chief Operating Officer at Option Care Health since 2023. Prior to this role, he held multiple senior positions within the organization, including Senior Vice President of Specialty Operations & Patient Administration for five months in 2022 and Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management from 2019 to 2022. In these roles, he oversaw critical functions such as revenue cycle management, patient registration strategy, and specialty operations. His leadership has contributed to significant improvements in cash collections and productivity within the company.
Education and Expertise
Luke Whitworth earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in General Management from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business in 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Finance from The Ohio State University, which he completed in 2003. Additionally, he possesses a CPA certification, enhancing his financial expertise within the healthcare sector. His educational background supports his extensive experience in healthcare operations and financial management.
Background
Before joining Option Care Health, Luke Whitworth spent nearly fifteen years at Cardinal Health, where he held various leadership roles. His positions included Vice President of Sales/General Management for Home Health & Hospice, Vice President Finance/CFO for Cardinal Health at Home, and Director of Corporate Development. His experience at Cardinal Health encompassed finance, mergers and acquisitions, integration, sales, and general management, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Luke Whitworth has been known for his strategic leadership and ability to drive growth initiatives. He has led significant improvements in cash collections and productivity at Option Care Health. His expertise in developing talent and leading large teams has been a key factor in transforming organizational culture and results. Additionally, he has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, contributing to his strategic impact in healthcare operations.