Rich Umbdenstock
President and CEO
American Hospital Association
July 7, 2010
The AHA applauds the appointment of Donald Berwick, M.D., as administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Given the importance of health reform to millions of Americans, tapping a respected leader for CMS is of the utmost importance. President Obama has found such a leader in Don Berwick.
Don has dedicated his career to engaging hospitals, doctors, nurses and other health care providers to improve patient care. A physician and innovator in health care quality, his knowledge of the health care system makes him the right choice.
We look forward to working with Don in the months ahead to improve health care in America.
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