Akshara Reddy is the Head of Strategic Programs for Aetna’s Commercial Business and Markets. In this role, she leads a team accountable for Aetna’s virtual care strategy and product portfolio nationally and the development of B2B retail healthcare solutions with CVS Health.
Her past work includes introducing new value-based care models including the launch of Aetna’s payer/provider joint venture health plan in Arizona with Banner Health. Most recently, Akshara oversaw the Joint Venture Integrated Consumer Experience team, that was responsible for developing innovative payer/provider strategies and consumer-centric solutions that deliver a seamless and connected healthcare experience for Aetna’s JV health plan members across the U.S.
Prior to Aetna, Akshara has held leadership roles focused on digital health and population health management. She holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Missouri, Kansas City and is currently an MBA for Executives candidate from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. She also serves as an advisor on the Health and Digital Health Investment committee of Ben Franklin Technology Partners.
