Name: Sandeep Dadlani
Previous title: Executive vice president and chief digital and technology officer, UnitedHealth
New title: CEO, Optum Insight
Sandeep Dadlani has taken on the role of CEO at Optum Insight, as announced in a recent LinkedIn post where he expressed his gratitude for the opportunity. Dadlani initially joined UnitedHealth in 2022 as the chief digital and technology officer, but has now stepped into the leadership position at Optum Insight, succeeding Dhivya Suryadevara.
The circumstances surrounding Suryadevara’s departure, who was appointed in May, remain unclear. It is unknown whether she will continue in her role at Optum. Optum has not provided any official statement on Suryadevara’s exit, and there have been no updates on her LinkedIn profile.
About Optum Insight
Optum Insight is the data and analytics division of UnitedHealth, encompassing entities such as Change Healthcare. The division faced significant challenges following a cyberattack that impacted the data of millions of Americans, resulting in substantial response costs and revenue losses. Despite these setbacks, Optum Insight maintains the highest operating margin within UnitedHealth at 16.5%.
In light of Dadlani’s appointment, an Optum spokesperson highlighted his expertise in tech-enabled product development and AI-driven solutions, emphasizing his potential to drive growth and innovation within the healthcare system. Dadlani himself underscored the importance of artificial intelligence in healthcare, positioning it as a transformative technology with vast potential for advancing patient care and operational efficiency.
With a renewed focus on AI and technological advancements, Dadlani aims to leverage the talent and resources at Optum Insight to propel the division forward in delivering value to stakeholders across the healthcare landscape.
UnitedHealth’s executive restructuring extends beyond Dadlani’s appointment, with the recent reinstatement of former CEO Stephen Hemsley and subsequent changes in leadership across various divisions. The company’s strategic realignment underscores its commitment to driving innovation and operational excellence in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
