Banner|Aetna's Joanne Mizell Honored as One of Arizona's Most Influential Women

Chief Operating Officer Recognized for Contributions in Health Care Innovation and Community Leadership

Banner|Aetna, a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, proudly celebrates Joanne Mizell, chief operating officer, as one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona selected by AZ Big Media. Mizell was chosen from a pool of over 1,900 candidates for her outstanding leadership and contributions to the community.

Mizell has been forging change in the health care industry for more than 30 years. In her role as chief operating officer at Banner|Aetna, Mizell has delivered innovative solutions like an industry-first frictionless billing initiative that makes complicated medical bills consumer friendly, and a novel diabetes reversal program to help members achieve normal blood sugar without medication.

In addition to her work at Banner|Aetna, Mizell is actively involved with the local Arizona community. She serves on the board of the Family Promise of Greater Phoenix and devotes her time to humanitarian and animal advocacy nonprofits.

"Joanne’s commitment to Banner|Aetna’s mission of making high-quality health care easy and accessible for everyone is inspiring," said Banner|Aetna CEO Tom Grote. "She is a force for change, and on behalf of Banner|Aetna, I want to congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition.”

Mizell and others named to this year’s list of most influential women in Arizona were recognized at a recent awards dinner in Phoenix. Banner|Aetna extends its gratitude to Mizell for her dedication and leadership and congratulates all 2023 honorees for their achievements.

About Banner|Aetna

Banner|Aetna is a health insurance company focusing on bettering member outcomes at a lower cost, all while improving the overall member experience for employers and consumers in Arizona. The collaboration combines Banner Health’s high-quality, local providers and delivery systems with Aetna’s health-plan experience, care management and health information technology. Banner|Aetna is the brand name used for products and services provided by Banner Health and Aetna Health Insurance Company and Banner Health and Aetna Health Plan Inc. For more information about Banner|Aetna, visit banneraetna.com.

About Banner Health

Banner Health is one of the largest, secular nonprofit health care systems in the country. In addition to 33 hospitals, Banner also operates an academic medicine division, Banner – University Medicine, and Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, a partnership with one of the world’s leading cancer programs, MD Anderson Cancer Center. Banner’s array of services includes a health insurance division, employed physician groups, outpatient surgery centers, urgent care locations, home care and hospice services, retail pharmacies, stand-alone imaging centers, physical therapy and rehabilitation, behavioral health services, a research division and a nursing registry. To make health care easier, 100% of Banner-employed doctors are available for virtual visits, and Banner operates a free 24/7 nurse line for health questions or concerns. Patients may also reserve spots at Banner Urgent Care locations and can book appointments online with many Banner-employed doctors. Headquartered in Arizona, Banner Health also has locations in California, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada and Wyoming. For more information, visit bannerhealth.com.

About CVS Health

CVS Health^® is the leading health solutions company, delivering care like no one else can. We reach more people and improve the health of communities across America through our local presence, digital channels and over 300,000 dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians, pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners. Wherever and whenever people need us, we help them with their health – whether that’s managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Follow @CVSHealth on social media.

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