Vocal ACA opponent Paul Mango joins CMS leadership team
Paul Mango, a one-time GOP gubernatorial candidate in Pennsylvania and noted critic of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), will join CMS as chief principal deputy administrator and chief of staff.
“I am excited to augment our already experienced executive team at CMS,” said CMS Administrator Seema Verma, MPH, in a prepared statement. “I have known Paul for more than 10 years and look forward to having his support as we deliver on President Trump’s agenda and execute on our strategy on behalf of the American people. I believe CMS is headed into the future with an even greater ability to make positive change.”
Prior to his unsuccessful run for Pennsylvania governor, Mango was employed with McKinsey & Company and filled various leadership roles within McKinsey’s U.S. and global healthcare practices. He also served as the head of McKinsey’s U.S. Center for Health Reform.
“President Trump promised the American people a government that works for them with the efficiency of a successful business. Bringing highly qualified healthcare experts on board like Paul Mango will help deliver on that vision,” said HHS Secretary Alex Azar.
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