Coalition America, Inc.

Coalition America has named Corte Iarossi as its new Director, Strategic Business Development. In this role, he will focus on developing and managing strategic business relationships with organizations that can assist the firm in providing unique and needed solutions for its clients.

"For several months, Coalition America has been reviewing its long-term strategies," said Sean Smith, Chairman & CEO, Coalition America, Inc. "We are pleased that Corte has agreed to take on the role of identifying, implementing and managing those keys relationships that enhance the value of our client services."

Coalition America users can sign up for this service, including site set up and training, by contacting either their account manager or account coordinator.

Before assuming his present position, Iarossi served as the National Director of Sales and Service, overseeing all aspects of the company’s sales service as well as participating in strategic planning to position the company for the future.

During his time in the industry, Iarossi has managed sales and account management teams for both HMOs and insurance companies, while also developing networks and insurance products, including creating a physician-hospital organization.

After completing his degree in psychology from Washington & Lee University, Iarossi worked for Prudential, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Unicare and various other PHOs and HMOs. He has over 19 years of managed care and insurance experience with expertise in sales, marketing and network development.

Coalition America, Inc. (CAI) is a leader in healthcare cost-containment and preferred provider organization (PPO) network management services emphasizing transactional excellence. The Atlanta-based healthcare technology company offers one source for PPO network access and administration, while assisting companies in controlling their medical healthcare expenses.

The range of services offered by CAI includes cost containment, out-of-network bill negotiations through supplemental network relationships and negotiations on all claims and primary PPO network integration and management, electronic data interchange (EDI), Internet repricing and data-entry options. For more information on Coalition America, please visit www.coalitionamerica.com.

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