David Morales

About David Morales

David Morales is a results-driven executive with extensive experience leading complex organizations across the healthcare, government, and regulatory landscape. As General Manager of Wellpoint Massachusetts at Elevance Health, he leads a business unit responsible for more than $1 billion in medical and operating expenses, and has positioned the organization as the market leader in its segment.Morales brings a CEO-level perspective shaped by executive positions at a multi-state hospital system, leader of a high-performing health plan, and senior roles in state government. His expertise spans enterprise strategy, operational efficiency, financial stewardship, mergers and acquisitions, population health, value-based care, health insurance, and revitalization of underperforming organizations. He is widely recognized for building high-performing teams and leading organizations through growth and operational transformation. In addition to his executive leadership, Morales is a best-selling author. He is deeply committed to civic leadership and serves on the boards of Ahora Inc, Massachusetts Association of Health Plans, Massachusetts Health Quality Partners, and the North Shore Chamber of Commerce.

Experience

1. Elevance Health

   Jan 2020 — Present · Boston, MA, US

   I currently serve as the general manager of Wellpoint (formerly UniCare), a wholly owned subsidiary of Elevance Health. At Wellpoint, I oversee the operations and growth strategy of Wellpoint’s commercial and Medicare plans offered to members insured through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission (GIC). Our team works incessantly to ensure that Wellpoint members and their families have total access to the highest quality care and benefits, regardless of where they live.

Education

• Classical High School

  High School

  1989 — 1993