California’s Health Data Network Celebrates Dr. Gilbert’s New Role with DHCS

EMERYVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Manifest MedEx applauds Governor Gavin Newsom’s appointment of Bradley P. Gilbert, M.D., as the director of the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).

Dr. Gilbert is a long-time advocate of interoperability to support better patient care. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Manifest MedEx. The organization supports clinical and claims data sharing for 19 million Californians, giving providers and plans the insights they need to improve healthcare, reduce costs, and enhance health.

Dr. Gilbert believes in the power of data and technology to improve health for the most vulnerable Californians. He is deeply committed to the Medi-Cal program — now covering 1 in 3 Californians — and its role supporting and lifting the lives of our families and communities.

Video: Watch Dr. Gilbert talk on the power of data to help care for the whole patient: https://youtu.be/cQNApwkDqGc?t=131

“Through Dr. Gilbert’s tireless focus, the Inland Empire Health Plan is recognized for collaboration that delivers the best quality care for patients at the lowest cost,” said Claudia Williams, CEO of Manifest MedEx. “As a doctor, leader, and mission-driven colleague, Dr. Gilbert is just the right person to take on this critical role shaping the future of the Medi-Cal program.”

About Manifest MedEx

As California’s largest nonprofit health data network, Manifest MedEx delivers real-time information to help healthcare providers care for millions of patients every day. Together, we are transforming the healthcare landscape across the state, supporting California as a leader in affordable, proactive, and compassionate medical care.