Clever Care Health Plan Appoints Karen Walker Johnson as Chief Executive Officer

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Clever Care Health Plan, a rapidly growing Medicare Advantage organization committed to culturally competent healthcare, today announced the appointment of Karen Walker Johnson as chief executive officer. Having successfully guided the company as interim CEO over the past year, Johnson officially steps into the role, bringing strategic leadership and operational expertise to accelerate Clever Care's growth and innovation.

"I'm honored to be entrusted to lead Clever Care, which has a reputation as the most innovative, culturally competent and ethnocentric Medicare Advantage plan serving seniors," said Johnson. "I look forward to collaborating with our team to continue building on Clever Care's strong legacy."

Johnson brings 35 years of executive leadership experience in the healthcare sector, with a distinguished track record in organizational transformation, market expansion, product development and health plan operations. She held leadership roles at Fortune 50 healthcare companies, where she spearheaded initiatives that drove double-digit market share growth, pioneered innovative clinical care models and achieved the coveted Medicare 5-star rating.

Johnson's extensive industry expertise and visionary leadership will further solidify Clever Care's position as a premier provider of Medicare Advantage plans tailored to diverse communities. With Johnson at the helm, Clever Care is poised to expand and enhance its service offerings, integrating Eastern and Western medical practices to provide comprehensive care solutions.

About Clever Care Health Plan
Headquartered in Huntington Beach, Calif., Clever Care Health Plan, Inc. is a Medicare Advantage organization dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare plans that integrate holistic wellness with traditional medical care. By bridging the gap between Eastern and Western medicine, Clever Care removes barriers to care and enhances health outcomes for diverse communities. For more information, visit CleverCareHealthPlan.com.

SOURCE Clever Care