TAMPA, Fla.—Managed vision care company, Premier Eye Care has named Anna Pinera as vice president of national network management. She will develop and manage the national provider network for all health care plan contracts.

As a member of the leadership team, she will participate in ongoing strategic planning for business development. With 25 years of experience in the managed care industry, Pinera has acquired expertise in network development and provider relations together with an in-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and enhanced member benefit contracting.

Prior to joining Premier, Pinera worked at two large health plans, leading the national ancillary contracting team at WellCare, and the network management regional team at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida. She was responsible for complex network agreement negotiations, vendor management, provider relations and network expansion efforts.

“Anna has excellent background and expertise,” said Lorna Taylor, president and CEO of Premier Eye Care. “Her knowledge and experience are a great fit as we continue to build our provider networks and increase our national presence.”