Susan Beaton
About Susan Beaton
Susan Beaton serves as the Vice President of Health Plan Strategy at Wellframe, where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska in various leadership roles, she combines her nursing background with expertise in healthcare strategy and digital technology.
Work at Wellframe
Susan Beaton serves as the Vice President of Health Plan Strategy at Wellframe since 2020. In this role, she focuses on leveraging digital technology to enhance patient care and streamline healthcare processes. Her expertise in transforming business practices aims to improve member and customer care while also addressing financial outcomes. Beaton's leadership at Wellframe emphasizes the importance of delivering the right care at the right time, aligning with the company's mission to optimize health management through digital solutions.
Previous Experience at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
Before joining Wellframe, Susan Beaton held various positions at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska. She served as the Vice President of Provider Services, Care Management & Risk from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, she was the Senior Director of Nurse Care Management and Clinical Policy from 2015 to 2020. Beaton's career at Blue Cross Blue Shield also included roles as Director of Health Care Delivery and Wellness, Manager of Product Benefit and Medical Policy, and Lead for Medical Management Teams Migration. Her extensive experience in these roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of healthcare delivery systems.
Education and Expertise
Susan Beaton has a solid educational background in healthcare and business. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing from the University of Nebraska Medical Center from 1987 to 1991. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Bellevue University from 2015 to 2018, focusing on Health Care and Economics. Additionally, Beaton has achieved certifications in Six Sigma, obtaining both Black Belt and Green Belt designations. Her expertise includes transforming business practices to enhance patient care and navigating complex healthcare systems.
Background in Nursing
Susan Beaton's background as a registered nurse significantly informs her approach to healthcare strategy. She began her career at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska as an RN, Medical Review Specialist, where she worked on pre-authorizations and special projects from 1999 to 2006. This nursing experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of clinical processes and patient needs, which she leverages in her strategic roles within health plan management.
Involvement in Digital Health Management
Susan Beaton is actively involved in discussions surrounding digital health management. Her role at Wellframe allows her to engage with innovative technologies aimed at improving healthcare delivery. Beaton has participated in a podcast episode focused on navigating the healthcare system, showcasing her commitment to educating others about effective health management strategies. Her focus on digital solutions reflects a broader trend in the healthcare industry towards integrating technology for better patient outcomes.