CareSource Georgia Taps Cigna Executive as Chief Medical Officer
Event summary
- CareSource Georgia names Dr. Tamika Lasege as Chief Medical Officer effective June 17, 2026.
- Dr. Lasege previously served as Georgia market medical executive at Cigna and CMO at UnitedHealthcare Georgia.
- She will oversee clinical strategy and population health initiatives, including maternal/infant health and chronic disease management.
- CareSource serves 430,000 Georgians through Medicaid, Marketplace, and Medicare plans.
The big picture
The appointment comes as managed care organizations increasingly focus on whole-person health approaches to address social determinants of health. With 430,000 members in Georgia, CareSource's strategic moves in clinical leadership could influence its ability to retain market share against larger national competitors. Dr. Lasege's dual expertise in clinical care and healthcare operations suggests a potential emphasis on data-driven population health management.
What we're watching
- Strategic Focus
- How Dr. Lasege's background in underserved populations will shape CareSource Georgia's clinical priorities.
- Execution Risk
- The pace at which new population health programs can be implemented across Georgia's diverse regions.
- Market Positioning
- Whether this hire signals CareSource's intent to compete more aggressively with UnitedHealthcare and Cigna in Georgia.