Sarah Ahmad has headed the payer-backed data and processes organization since 2023. She has enacted several major projects, including securing buy-in from 12 major health plans. The mission alignment enabled CAQH to form new partnerships and innovate faster, particularly as more public attention has been paid to prior authorization revamps. Her leadership has delivered substantial operational and financial gains, according to CAQH, including hundreds of millions in customer savings through waste reduction and streamlining. Within CAQH, she overhauled supplier management, leading to more than $7 million in reported savings. She also prioritized workforce development, introducing transparent career pathways and investing in employee growth. Through initiatives such as the Provider Advisory Council, Ahmad has sought to ensure voices from healthcare’s front lines are shaping next-generation tools.
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