Cigna
Driving Human-Centered Change Across Multiple Healthcare Initiatives
Project Overview
At Cigna, I contributed to several cross-functional initiatives across different business units, including global data analytics communications, health coding optimization, and care delivery transformation. My role spanned project management, UX research, and change leadership — all grounded in a human-centered approach.
Human-Centered Design Approach
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Across multiple engagements, I served in hybrid leadership roles, including:
Project Manager – for LEON Health coding changes
Lead Change Manager & UX Strategist – for Alegis Care service transformation
Communications Engagement Lead – for Global Data & Analytics engagement strategy
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Conducted internal interviews with clinical and operational stakeholders to understand service delivery pain points
Led change impact analysis to evaluate how current workflows would be affected by proposed system or process changes
Mapped the current state experience across users, including field staff and care managers
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Developed user insights and personas to center the future state design on real needs
Crafted a change management plan rooted in empathy, accessibility, and staff readiness
Created a roadmap to transition from current to future state with phased milestones and support tactics
Facilitated stakeholder reviews to validate assumptions and build consensus
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Global Data Analytics (GDA):
Led communications strategy to improve team engagement and awareness of GDA’s work across Cigna
Developed targeted messaging, brand voice guidance, and stakeholder communications for broader impact
LEON Health Coding (PM):
Oversaw project planning, cross-functional timelines, and stakeholder alignment for coding updates critical to compliance and care efficiency
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Delivered a comprehensive change management plan that was used to guide leadership and field teams through service enhancements
Created a clear, user-informed future state experience for Alegis Care that aligned with both clinical and operational goals
Strengthened cross-team collaboration by grounding every effort in user insights and transparent communication
Helped Cigna build a more adaptive and customer-centered approach to evolving healthcare systems
Why It Matters
This work showcases my ability to navigate complex healthcare systems, lead through ambiguity, and drive results through human-centered design, empathy-driven change management, and UX research — all while maintaining project structure and business alignment.