BALTIMORE (April 25, 2012) - Bravo Health - a HealthSpring company, congratulates Greg Lipson, vice president of network operations, for being named by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as a 2012 Board Member for the Maryland chapter. Lipson has long been an active supporter and community volunteer of the ADA, as well as the leader for many diabetes initiatives within Bravo Health.

"I am honored to serve and contribute to the mission and efforts of the American Diabetes Association," said Lipson. "It is critical that people know their 'numbers' - blood pressure and blood sugar levels are key indicators for people at-risk of diabetes as well as good ways to effectively manage diabetes. I look forward to working with the ADA to encourage Marylanders to know their numbers so they can enjoy healthier, happier lives. Together, I know we can make a positive difference."

In addition to Lipson's personal contribution, Bravo Health supports the American Diabetes Association as both a National Strategic Partner and local chapter partner. Within the community, Bravo Health hosts several member events throughout the year that offer diabetic screenings and free information on preventing and managing diabetes.

"We would like to congratulate Greg on his well-deserved appointment," said Jason Feuerman, president of the Mid-Atlantic and Pennsylvania markets and senior vice president of HealthSpring. "Bravo Health and HealthSpring are dedicated to improving the health of the communities we serve and it's the passion and volunteerism of our employees that enable us to realize our mission."

About Bravo Health -- a HealthSpring Company
Bravo Health, a HealthSpring company, is a subsidiary of HealthSpring, one of the country's largest Medicare Advantage coordinated care plans. HealthSpring provides the Bravo Health plan to members in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C. and some Texas markets. HealthSpring is based in Nashville, Tenn., and currently owns and operates Medicare Advantage plans in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia and Washington, D.C. HealthSpring also offers a national stand-alone Medicare prescription drug plan.www.bravohealth.com.

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