As Chief Executive Officer, J. Michael Jernigan co-founded Select Health of South Carolina, Inc., the first Medicaid health plan in South Carolina. Under his leadership, the plan has expanded to cover the entire state. Developing collaborative relationships with organizations committed to improving the lives of children in South Carolina continues to be a priority for Mr. Jernigan. Mr. Jernigan's leadership also ensured a smooth transition for members, providers and employees in 1999, when Select Health became part of the AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies, the nation's largest family of Medicaid managed care plans. Mr. Jernigan also serves as President, Southeast Region for the Family of Companies, responsible for leading business development in this area.
Born and educated in South Carolina, Mr. Jernigan began his professional career in 1977, working with hospital clients in South Carolina. He has 20 years experience with various health provider organizations across the country, prior to co-founding Select Health in 1995.
In addition to his duties at Select Health, Mr. Jernigan is involved with many civic and health related organizations. He currently serves as President of the Exchange Club of Charleston, Trustee for the National Exchange Club Foundation, Vice President of the South Carolina Alliance of Health Plans, and Campaign Chair for the Lowcountry Food Bank's Capital Campaign to secure funds for a new location. Mr. Jernigan is also a member of the South Carolina and National Rural Health Association, and a 2003 graduate of Leadership South Carolina.
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