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Humana Says Envision’s Rechtin to Succeed Broussard as CEO

Humana expects CEO transition in second half of 2024
Rechtin is currently CEO of Envision Healthcare medical group

Bruce Broussard
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By John Lauerman and John Tozzi

October 11, 2023 at 11:20 AM UTC

Updated on

October 11, 2023 at 1:10 PM UTC

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Humana Inc. said health-care industry veteran James Rechtin will take over as chief executive officer of the insurer in the second half of 2024, when Bruce Broussard will step down from the role.

Rechtin, currently CEO of Envision Healthcare Corp., will become Humana’s president and chief operating officer on Jan. 8, according to a statement Wednesday, while Broussard will remain as a strategic adviser to the company into 2025.