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Reviews from Clients

"As the person responsible for negotiating all commercial and governmental insurance contracts at Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System, I have worked closely with Hrant Kouyoumdjian, Ph.D., for the last several years. In that time, I have been impressed by Hrant's understanding of contracting and negotiating process. His style and expertise have been instrumental in our very successful negotiations, specifically his strategic approach to the negotiating process and his detailed understanding of nuances. I highly recommend Hrant's consulting services, and intend to continue to work with him for the future benefit of our organization." Elizabeth Lorenzi, Senior Vice President for Physician and Business Development, Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System

"I have worked with Hrant since 1993 when he was the Vice President of Managed Care at Sutter Health, and the last decade as a consultant that Sutter Delta Medical Center has retained. Hrant has successfully helped us with our Medi-Cal negotiations, eligibility for beneficiaries, as well as Medi-Cal TAR appeals thus generating substantial cost savings and additional revenues. He has been a strong advocate for Sutter Delta and he knows the dynamics in Contra Costa County very well. His perseverance and litigation support helped the hospital win its legal appeal against a health plan and the State's position regarding out of network, non-contract reimbursement. I recommend Hrant to anyone seeking his consulting services; he comes highly recommended." Linda Horn, Former CEO, Sutter Delta Memorial Hospital

"I have sat across the table with Hrant since 1987 when he was senior negotiator for CMAC and later as a Vice President/Consultant for the Health Plan of San Joaquin. Hrant has always negotiated hard but fairly with utmost professionalism. He has a solid understanding of the health care market place, and especially those in Northern California. He is an accomplished professional with integrity where his commitments are carried through with no surprises. For anyone seeking consulting services, I recommend having Hrant on your side of the table rather than across." Gary Rapaport, CEO, Sutter Delta Medical Center

"I have known Hrant since 1988 when he was a senior negotiator for CMAC, and the last decade as a consultant. As a consultant to the County of Stanislaus, Hrant was invaluable in assisting us in negotiating the first private-public partnership for the Two Plan Model Medi-Cal Managed Care Program. We were successful in getting a Medi-Cal law expanded to allow a public-private contract with Blue Cross of California. This plan was beneficial to the Medi-Cal beneficiaries, the County of Stanislaus and Blue Cross. As a negotiator, Hrant has a passion in assuring that Medi-Cal beneficiaries had access and received the best services. His work ethic and professionalism is exemplary, and the deliverables often exceed expectations. I recommend Hrant to anyone seeking his consulting services." Bev Finley, Former CEO, Stanislaus Medical Center