Carlos Cuevas, MPA

Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Policy & Strategy

Professional Overview
Carlos Cuevas is an experienced health policy and strategy executive with a proven track record of driving impactful initiatives in the public and private healthcare sectors. As the Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Policy & Strategy at The State University of New York, he leverages his expertise in Medicaid, managed care, and health system transformation to shape policies and strategies that improve patient outcomes and healthcare system efficiency.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role, Mr. Cuevas is responsible for developing and implementing health policy initiatives that align with the university's strategic vision. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and address healthcare challenges, while fostering partnerships with key stakeholders, including state agencies, payers, and provider organizations. Under his leadership, the university has successfully secured grant funding to pilot innovative care delivery models and inform evidence-based policymaking.

Career Progression
Prior to joining SUNY, Mr. Cuevas held various leadership positions within the healthcare industry, including serving as the Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Vice President at SOMOS Innovation, a leading healthcare technology company. In these roles, he spearheaded the development and implementation of value-based care strategies, driving improved patient outcomes and cost savings for Medicaid managed care plans.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Cuevas served as a Senior Policy Advisor to the New York State Medicaid Director, where he provided strategic counsel on program design, policy development, and stakeholder engagement. He also gained valuable experience as an Empire State Fellow, working closely with the New York State Executive Chamber on healthcare initiatives.

Academic Background
Mr. Cuevas holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, with a focus on health policy and management. He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.

Areas of Expertise

• Medicaid program design and management

• Value-based care strategy and implementation

• Health system transformation and innovation

• Stakeholder engagement and coalition building

• Policy analysis and program evaluation

Professional Impact
During his tenure at SOMOS Innovation, Mr. Cuevas spearheaded the development and implementation of a targeted outreach program that increased Medicaid enrollment and access to primary care services for underserved communities. This initiative resulted in a 15% reduction in emergency department utilization and a 20% improvement in patient satisfaction scores.

As a Senior Policy Advisor to the New York State Medicaid Director, Mr. Cuevas played a pivotal role in the design and rollout of the state's Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) program, which aimed to transform the healthcare delivery system and improve population health outcomes.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic vision, and commitment to healthcare innovation, Carlos Cuevas is poised to make a significant impact in his role as the Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Policy & Strategy at The State University of New York. His deep understanding of Medicaid, managed care, and value-based care models positions him as a valuable asset in driving meaningful change and advancing the university's healthcare-related initiatives.