NU Online News Service, June 30, 2004, 5:07 p.m. EDT
America’s Health Insurance Plans, Washington, has given its 2004 Innovators Award to George DeVries.[@@]
DeVries is the co-founder, chairman and chief executive of American Specialty Health Inc., San Diego.
AHIP recognized DeVries for establishing the first national specialty benefits insurance company for complementary health care.
The AHIP Innovators Award seeks to recognize industry leaders who demonstrate “innovation and excellence in designing and implementing health care services and financing that meet the changing needs of consumers, and whose projects, products, services, and contributions lead to true industry advancement.”
National Underwriter participates in the Innovators Award selection committee.