Welcome to another inspiring episode of Passion and Purpose with Pamela!

Today, we are excited to welcome back Carolyn Scott, Founder and CEO of Health Connections Group, LLC. As a dedicated leader in public health, Carolyn has worked with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and private entities to improve health outcomes for medically vulnerable populations.

A proud California native, Carolyn’s career has taken her across the U.S. and beyond, shaping her health policy, strategy, and advocacy expertise. From earning a Master’s in Public Health from San Diego State University to playing a pivotal role at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Carolyn’s impact on national healthcare initiatives has been profound. Her work has been recognized with the CMS Administrator’s Special Citation Award, underscoring her influence in shaping healthcare systems.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Carolyn’s journey fuels her advocacy. She received Medicaid as a child and is deeply committed to addressing disparities, expanding healthcare access, and championing underserved communities.

Join us as we reconnect with Carolyn to dive deeper into her experiences, insights, and the mission that continues to drive her. Let’s give Carolyn Scott a warm welcome!

Notes:

Medicaid Fact Sheets. https://www.kff.org/interactive/medicaid-state-fact-sheets/

Medicaid 101: https://www.kff.org/health-policy-101-medicare/?utm_campaign=KFF-Health-Policy-101&utm_source=pdf&utm_medium=pdf&utm_term=medicare

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