Magellan Health Appoints Dr. Steven E. Pratt as Chief Medical Officer

FRISCO, Texas, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Magellan Health, Inc., a leader in behavioral health and related services, announced today it has appointed Steven E. Pratt, M.D., as chief medical officer of Magellan Health. In this key leadership role, Dr. Pratt will advance Magellan's clinical mission and further the company's significant leadership capabilities in clinical engagement.

"Dr. Pratt is an extraordinary clinician and healthcare leader who is known for creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging culture," said Caroline Carney, M.D., chief executive officer, Magellan Health. "His 25 years of healthcare experience, spanning from direct patient care to administrative oversight of clinicians, will be a valuable contribution to Magellan that will further our mission of bringing evidence-based solutions to those we serve."

"Throughout my career as a psychiatrist, I have had the opportunity to influence and improve protocols that help people live healthier and happier lives," said Dr. Pratt. "I am honored to have been chosen for this role to not only further Magellan's clinical mission, but to fulfill my life's work on the importance of meaningful mental and behavioral healthcare."

Most recently, Dr. Pratt served as the senior medical director of the employer segment at Magellan where he was responsible for clinical oversight of the behavioral and mental health, substance use disorder, and EAP services provided by the company's network of more than 110,000 providers. Subsequently, he served as vice president and medical director with added duties overseeing Magellan's quality and medical policy divisions.

Prior to joining Magellan Health in 2017, he served as the executive medical director of behavioral health for the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Dr. Pratt also held clinical leadership positions at UnitedHealth Group.

A board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Pratt earned his Doctor of Medicine and Bachelor of Science degrees from the University of Minnesota.

About Magellan Health: Magellan Health, Inc. supports innovative ways of accessing better health through technology, while remaining focused on the critical personal relationships that are necessary to achieve a healthy, vibrant life. Magellan's customers include health plans and other managed care organizations, employers, labor unions, various military and governmental agencies and third-party administrators. For more information, visit MagellanHealth.com.

SOURCE Magellan Health, Inc.