Since becoming president and CEO of CareOregon in 2016, Eric Hunter has led the nonprofit through a period of rapid growth, diversification and deeper engagement with Oregon’s most vulnerable communities.

In a recent conversation with Managed Healthcare Executive , Hunter shared reflections on his tenure, the challenges of expanding impact through partnerships and what he believes sets CareOregon apart from typical insurance organizations.

In early 2024, a long-anticipated merger between CareOregon and SCAN Health Plan fell through, ending a years-long effort to form a new nonprofit organization with a shared mission.

Despite the setback, Hunter said he remains convinced it was a missed opportunity, not for the organizations, but for the people of Oregon.

“The only regret I have on t

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