Srinivas Merugu, MD, Facp, Mmm
About Srinivas Merugu, MD, Facp, Mmm
Srinivas Merugu, MD, FACP, MMM, serves as the President of the Institute for H.O.P.E at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio. He has held various leadership roles in healthcare, including Chief Medical Officer at UnitedHealthcare Community & State, and has a strong commitment to health equity and improving healthcare delivery systems.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Srinivas Merugu currently serves as the President of the Institute for H.O.P.E at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the organization's mission of addressing health challenges within the community. His role involves overseeing initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare services.
Previous Roles at UnitedHealthcare Community & State
Before joining The MetroHealth System, Srinivas Merugu held several key positions at UnitedHealthcare Community & State. He served as the Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Population Health from 2019 to 2022. He then transitioned to the role of National Chief Medical Officer, Provider Strategy, from 2023 to 2024, and previously worked as the Regional Chief Medical Officer from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at UnitedHealthcare focused on enhancing population health management and strategy.
Education and Expertise
Srinivas Merugu has a robust educational background in medicine and healthcare management. He earned his M.D. from St. Vincent Charity Hospital and Case Western Reserve University, and completed his Internal Medicine training from 2000 to 2003. He holds a Master of Medical Management from Carnegie Mellon University, achieved between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, he studied Disparities Leadership at Harvard Medical School from 2017 to 2018. His education equips him with a strong foundation in healthcare administration and clinical practice.
Background in Healthcare Leadership
Srinivas Merugu has extensive experience in healthcare leadership roles. He served as Chief Medical Advisor for Clinical Strategy at Medical Mutual of Ohio from 2011 to 2014 and held various positions at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, including Chief Medical Informatics Officer and Chair of the Hospital Performance Improvement Council. His leadership roles have focused on quality improvement, healthcare delivery transformation, and policy guidance for Medicaid and Dual Eligible members.
Commitment to Health Equity
Srinivas Merugu is committed to addressing health disparities and improving community well-being. He has led initiatives focused on health equity and delivery system transformation, aiming to enhance affordability and access within healthcare systems. His work reflects a dedication to improving the quality of care for underserved populations and ensuring that healthcare services are equitable and effective.