MARSHFIELD, Wis. – Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, Inc., has named Michael Chester director of pharmacy services.
Chester will provide strategic and operational leadership of Security Health Plan’s pharmacy and prescription benefit programs. To ensure Security Health Plan members receive affordable, high-quality pharmacy benefit programs, he will identify opportunities to optimize how members use their prescriptions and other pharmacy services.
Chester holds both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from UW-Madison and completed his residency program at University of Wisconsin Hospital. He brings 30 years of experience in managed care and pharmacy leadership positions at various health plans throughout Wisconsin. He most recently served as the director of pharmacy for WPS Health Insurance and its subsidiary, Arise Health Plan.
“I’m excited to be part of a successful, collaborative organization that puts members and patients first. Security Health Plan is an industry leader and delivers on its promises,” Chester said.
“Security Health Plan members will benefit from Michael’s extensive knowledge, leadership and experience,” Security Health Plan Chief Clinical Officer Melissa deGoede said. “His prior experience and expertise in pharmacy leadership will contribute to Security’s mission of helping people reach their best health by ensuring access to affordable and high-quality health insurance.”
