Aetna Executive Appointed to California’s Health Policy and Data Advisory Commission

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., January 29, 2010 — Governor Schwarzenegger recently appointed Mark Reynolds, Aetna’s (NYSE: AET) local market president for Northern California, to the California Health Policy and Data Advisory Commission. The Commission advises the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development on health policy and health information issues, and advises the Office and Agency regarding policies and procedures guiding the collection and public disclosure of health care information.

Reynolds brings extensive experience to the Commission, including a background in medical economics, network management, sales, and as an officer in the U.S. Army.

“I’m excited about the opportunity to serve the people of the State of California in this capacity, and I’m hopeful that I can make positive contributions in advocating for health care policies that positively impact the quality and affordability of health care in our state,” Reynolds said.

Reynolds is one of 13 commissioners on the Commission, with each member representing a major stakeholder in health care delivery. 

For more information on the California Health Policy and Data Advisory Commission, visit www.oshpd.ca.gov/Boards/CHPDAC.

About Aetna
Aetna is one of the nation’s leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving approximately 36.3 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a broad range of traditional and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life and disability plans, and medical management capabilities and health care management services for Medicaid plans. Our customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and expatriates.  For more information, see www.aetna.com.