CVS Health has named a new president of its Hartford-based Aetna health insurance unit effective Sept. 1.
Brian Kane, an executive vice president with CVS Health and former Humana executive, will replace Daniel Finke, who is stepping down as Aetna’s president for health reasons, the company said.
Kane will report to CVS Health President and CEO Karen S. Lynch.
“Brian has a track record of bringing customer-driven innovations to the market and delivering strong operating improvements,” Lynch said. “His passion to simplify the health care experience will advance our strategy to improve health, lower costs and drive higher levels of engagement among our members.”
Aetna is the healthcare benefits arm of CVS Health that provides benefits and insurance to employers, individuals and government entities. It serves nearly 35 million people. CVS acquired Aetna in 2018 for $70 billion.
Kane most recently worked as a strategic consultant to several private equity firms focused on healthcare services. Before that, he served as CFO of Humana and oversaw its primary care businesses.
Also, Kane spent 17 years at Goldman Sachs in the investment banking division.
Finke will work with Kane to ensure a seamless transition in September, the company said.
