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What is Scientific Cowboys
A scientific cowboy is a successful, hard charging, tenacious network contracting professional that blends a “what it takes attitude” with thoughtful, measurable, results-based activity and outcomes. As the national leader in patient access solutions, HEOPS is the thought leader in the shift of network contracting to a scientific, results based process approach.

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- Robert Frost


From the Editor

On behalf of the Scientific Cowboys team, I am pleased to announce the outstanding members of the Scientific Cowboys Advisory Council. These industry leaders have selflessly agreed to provide guidance and insight into content development and evolution of Scientific Cowboys as the premier resource for operational insight and guidance on network contracting.

Scientific Cowboys, recognizes the additional depth and breadth of knowledge and perspectives of the Advisory Council which in turn will provide HEOPS and the Scientific Cowboys team with a greater opportunity to create meaningful value for our peers and colleagues. A sincere thank you to this outstanding group of industry professionals!

  • Michelle Brennan-Cooke, PhD
    VP of Network, Western Region
    Magellan Health Services
  • Debbie Cagle
    CEO
    Advantage Behavioral Health
  • Geoffrey P. Cole, MD
    Medical Director and Director of Provider Relations
    Health Plan Select
  • Robin Fisk, ESQ
    Fisk Law Office
  • Marina Gordon
    Director of Provider Services
    CenCal Health (Formerly Santa Barbara Regional Health Authority)
  • Penny L. Marshall
    SVP, Network Operations
    HEOPS, Inc.
  • Al Mytty
    Director, Payer Contracting
    Carle Foundation Hospital
  • Mark Puente
    Senior VP, Medicaid
    BRAVO HEALTH
  • Douglas L. Rodgers
    Network Strategist
    Volunteer State Health Plan (VSHP)

The Journey. Pass it On!
The goal of Scientific Cowboys is to provide both timely insights and operational guidance so that you are prepared to take action on key issues and opportunities that will enhance your organization’s performance.

Please forward Scientific Cowboys to anyone whom you feel may benefit from the content or may be interested in writing or participating in some way. Success of Scientific Cowboys will be a collaborative endeavor and we appreciate your assistance.

Nancy C. Everitt, MBA
Editor in Chief
Scientific Cowboys a HEOPS Publication