Dr. Susan Nedza, a distinguished healthcare expert with a remarkable career at the intersection of medicine and business, holds the titles of M.D., MBA, and FACEP. Currently serving as the Chief Medical Officer at AIM Specialty Health, Dr. Nedza is instrumental in ensuring the consistent adherence and dynamic evolution of the company’s clinical guidelines to meet the diverse needs of clients. At AIM, she not only shapes the firm’s business strategy but also leads a team of experts in navigating critical challenges.
Dr. Nedza’s extensive experience includes a pivotal role as the Chief Medical Officer at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, where she played a key role in implementing Medicare at a regional level and establishing the Physician Quality Reporting Initiative. Her impact extends to the American Medical Association, where she served as a senior executive and health information technology executive, successfully implementing performance measures across various healthcare providers, spanning both Medicare-funded and private plans.
In addition to her executive roles, Dr. Nedza contributes to medical education as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. Her influence also extends to advisory roles on panels for institutions such as the Institute of Medicine, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology. Dr. Nedza’s unique oversight across clinical care provision, healthcare policy, and delivery systems positions her as a vital cross-specialty figure in American medicine, reflecting her enduring commitment to advancing healthcare on multiple fronts.