About The Ohio State University Health Plan Solutions
Who we are
The Ohio State University Health Plan Solutions (OSUHPS) serves as a strategic partner for employers, brokers, and Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) as they develop customized and cost-effective healthcare solutions for their organization.
With decades of expertise in managing the health plan needs of The Ohio State University and partnering with local employers, OSUHPS develops unique solutions to meet diverse health plan needs. By choosing OSUHPS, employers gain a trusted partner committed to enhancing the health and well-being of their workforce.
Our comprehensive product offerings allow client organizations to benefit from seamless and cost-effective solutions, including pharmacy services, customized networks and wellness programs.
Meet our leadership team
Kelly joined the OSU Health Plan in 2011 as the Chief Financial/Administrative Officer and was promoted to Chief Executive Officer in 2015. She has the overall responsibility for directing the strategic and operational practices of the Health Plan. During Kelly’s tenure at the Health Plan, she has been an advocate for and led an increase in value-based contracting with providers, collaboration with providers in support of population health management, strong medical management, and outcomes-based wellness programing. Kelly began her career at KPMG, a big-four public accounting firm. After KPMG, Kelly joined Nationwide Insurance where she held multiple leadership roles in Finance and Audit.
Katie Heitz is the Director of Business Development for the OSU Health Plan. She is responsible for leading external growth initiatives across key business segments such as Rx Ohio Collaborative (RxOC), Ohio PPO Connect (OPPOC), Wellness, and Network Solutions. Partnering with internal and external stakeholders, Katie has a history of successfully navigating complex industry challenges to develop innovative solutions for employers. Her previous experience includes roles in insurance, employee benefits, and health administration, providing her a comprehensive understanding of the intricate healthcare landscape.
Our mission
The OSU Health Plan Solutions was created to improve health outcomes, expand access and reduce costs by working with individual employer groups operating within the same fundamental goals. It is our mission to keep care local, invest in our communities and serve the people who call Ohio home. Through our innovative products and services and by expanding our reach to new clients and partners, it is our goal to transform the health of Ohio.
About The Ohio State University Health Plan
For more than 25 years, The Ohio State Health Plan has served The Ohio State University by administering the healthcare benefits and services offered to faculty and staff. The Health Plan oversees the many health and wellness resources available to over 72,000 members and gives them a single point of contact for all their health plan needs.
By accessing the clinical and academic resources and expertise of both The OSU Wexner Medical Center and The Ohio State University, Ohio State Health Plan makes staying healthy a bit easier.
Discover what we can do for you.
Learn what makes Ohio State Health Plan Solutions different, and how we can make a difference for your organization.