Dr. Von A. Grubbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist and seasoned healthcare management executive with over two decades of experience in clinical operations, program development, and value-based care strategies. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Grubbs has demonstrated expertise in optimizing Medicaid and Medicare managed care programs, specifically focusing on substance use disorders, serious mental illness, and behavioral health integration.
Currently serving as Director of Product Development at Optum Behavioral Health, Dr. Grubbs leads initiatives for substance use disorder programs, leveraging his deep understanding of data analytics and program evaluation to drive quality improvements. His previous roles at Optum include National Director of Provider Enablement and Value-Based Program Operations, where he created successful behavioral health home programs that significantly improved patient outcomes and reduced costs across Medicaid and Medicare markets.
With experience managing teams, directing national-level projects, and overseeing budgets exceeding $600 million, Dr. Grubbs has consistently delivered tangible results. Under his leadership, his teams have driven annual savings exceeding $30 million, improved healthcare quality, and strengthened relationships with healthcare providers and state partners.
Earlier in his career, Dr. Grubbs held leadership positions at Cigna Behavioral Health and Magellan Behavioral Health, where he developed integrated wellness and behavioral health programs and managed large-scale clinical operations. His expertise spans clinical operations management, benefit expense control, and care management innovation.
Dr. Grubbs holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Emory University. He is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Georgia.
Character: Dr. Von A. Grubbs is a dedicated and results-driven clinical psychologist committed to improving healthcare outcomes.
Knowledge: He possesses deep expertise in Medicaid, Medicare, substance use disorders, and value-based care models.
Strategic: Dr. Grubbs excels in leveraging data analytics to develop and implement healthcare strategies that enhance quality and reduce costs.
Communication: A persuasive communicator, he effectively collaborates with healthcare providers and business partners to drive success.
