WILMINGTON, DE — Kentmere Healthcare Consulting Corporation has announced the appointment of Robert Abbonizio as Executive Director of Business Development. This strategic hire aims to address the increasing demand for Kentmere’s lab benefit management program among health plans at national, regional, and local levels.
“Bob is the right person to help Kentmere address the increased demands for our lab benefit management program by national, regional, and local health plans, and to educate plans on using Kentmere to help them in navigating medical cost and over-utilization pressures they are all facing in the outpatient laboratory testing segment,” said Jeffrey M. Petrizzi, founder and CEO of Kentmere Healthcare Consulting Corporation.
Kentmere specializes in customized laboratory benefit management programs designed to assist health plans in managing costs and utilization in outpatient lab testing. Over the past 24 years, the company has built a strong reputation for its expertise and effectiveness in this niche.
“Kentmere has clearly demonstrated over the last 24 years both deep expertise and success in working within the health plan marketplace to deliver measurable results in managing the complex laboratory benefit management space,” said Mr. Abbonizio. “My years of experience servicing the unique requirements of the healthcare and managed care sectors will assist in elevating Kentmere’s lab benefits’ value-added and comprehensive solutions to our new customers.”
Mr. Abbonizio brings nearly 40 years of experience in senior sales leadership, marketing, and sales operations. He has held direct sales positions across the East, Midwest, and Puerto Rico markets. He holds a BSBA in Marketing Management from the University of Delaware and attended Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Business.
Kentmere’s programs help health plans navigate the complexities of lab services, ensuring cost efficiency and appropriate utilization of resources. With Mr. Abbonizio’s extensive background, the company aims to strengthen its market position and broaden its client base.
Health plans increasingly seek specialized solutions to manage medical costs and utilization pressures. Kentmere’s proprietary programs offer tailored approaches to meet these needs, and Mr. Abbonizio’s leadership is expected to drive further growth and innovation.
As healthcare costs continue to rise, the need for effective lab benefit management has never been greater. Kentmere’s solutions provide a way for health plans to manage these costs while ensuring quality care for their members.
Mr. Abbonizio’s appointment is a significant step for Kentmere as it looks to expand its impact in the healthcare sector. His experience and expertise will be invaluable as the company continues to develop and deliver high-quality, customized solutions for its clients.
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