Stephan Katinas

SVP, Network Payment Innovation & Contract Management, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA

As Senior Vice President of Network Innovation & Contract Management, Stephan Katinas leads Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts' provider partnerships and network strategy. He oversees a division of over 130 professionals and directs all provider and value-based contracting, network management, and payment integrity initiatives for over $12 billion in annual payments.

Stephan is responsible for advancing quality and affordability through the development of risk-based payment models. His key areas of focus include provider partnerships, value-based payment reform, Medicare Advantage network expansion, and payment integrity. He collaborates closely with finance and actuarial teams to develop and execute the overall provider reimbursement strategy across the plan’s hospital, physician, and ancillary networks.

Prior to joining Blue Cross, Stephan held leadership roles in contracting and business development at Care Management International, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island, and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care.

Stephan holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Texas A&M University and a master’s in healthcare administration from Simmons College. He currently serves as a board member of Blue Benefits Administrators (BBA).