The HealthComp organization is supported by staff with many years of industry experience. The average employee has ten to twelve years of health benefits administration experience. Our operational headquarters in Fresno has a large employee pool of quality personnel due to the historically numerous local and regional claims processing centers located there. Our staff is well trained, accomplished and capable of providing the highest level of service.

Profile of Key Staff Members

The following is a brief description of the experience and qualifications of key staff members:

Phillip Musson
President/Chief Executive Officer (Fresno)

Joining HealthComp in 1995, Mr. Musson was instrumental in launching the Company into the third party administration of Group Health and Section 125 plans. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. His experience includes four years at Deloitte & Touche, an International CPA firm, where he performed extensive work in both the public and private sectors. Prior to joining HealthComp, Mr. Musson served in the capacity of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer for several large corporations. He has provided consulting and administrative services to large municipal and joint labor-management organizations.

Michael Bouskos
Director of Business Development/CFO (Fresno)

Mr. Bouskos joined HealthComp in April of 1997. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. His past experience includes positions as Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President of Business Development. He also worked for three years as Chief Financial Officer for American Medical Services in San Diego. Mr. Bouskos is responsible for overseeing all new business development and financial activities for both HealthComp and our clients.

Kelly Ayers Springsted
Vice President of Administration (Fresno)

Joining HealthComp in June 1999, Ms. Springsted holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Fresno, Magna Cum Laude. A Certified Public Accountant, her prior experience includes three years at Deloitte & Touche, an international CPA firm. In addition, she has held positions as Controller, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President in the third party administration industry. Ms. Springsted has also provided consulting services in the area of system design, selection and software development, including business re-engineering of client procedures and policies.

Sanaye Fisher
Quality Assurance Manager (Fresno)

Mrs. Fisher, who joined HealthComp in January 2002, holds an Associate of Arts Degree in Business Administration. She began her career in the health benefits industry in 1986. Her extensive experience includes direct supervision of claims, customer service, eligibility, auditing and training. Mrs. Fisher has also held key-level management positions at several large third party administrators. Her responsibilities at HealthComp include supervision of the Auditing department.

Robert Weeks, Esq
Chief Legal Counsel/Compliance Officer (Fresno)

Mr. Weeks joined HealthComp in April 2007 to provide in-house legal counsel. His duties include assuring all of our clients' plans comply with current federal and state regulations, providing legal counsel regarding appeals for benefits, and overseeing the recovery of subrogation liens. He holds a Juris Doctorate Degree, as well as undergraduate degrees in International Business and Finance. Prior to his arrival at HealthComp, he specialized in civil litigation, initially representing plaintiffs in medical malpractice actions and, later, defending against claims on behalf of both local governmental agencies and nationwide insurance companies. Previously, he also worked as a legislative analyst in Sacramento, where he interpreted pending legislation and its effects upon local communities.

Ronald Soltau
Regional Sales Manager (Pacific Northwest)

Joining HealthComp in November 1997, Mr. Soltau serves as the regional sales manager for the Pacific-Northwest. Beginning his career in employee benefit insurance in 1981, his focus continues to encompass the design implementation and management of self-funded benefit programs. Mr. Soltau's career path has included working for major insurance companies, where he served as Insurance Consultant for self-funded plans and as Sales Manager for third party administrators.

Alan Backer
Director of Management Information Systems (Fresno)

Mr. Backer joined HealthComp in 1998 to oversee and manage the Information Systems Department. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, one of Microsoft's highest certifications. He has worked in LAN/WAN Network Design and Implementation since 1995. Before joining HealthComp, Mr. Backer was employed with Advanced Professional Services and ILEX Computer Corporation, two of the largest independent networking companies in the Fresno area.

John Rettig
System Analyst (Fresno)

Mr. Rettig, who joined HealthComp in January 2001 as the Senior Programmer, holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science Engineering, with a minor in Mathematics from San Jose State University. His career in software development began in 1983. Prior to joining HealthComp, Mr. Rettig served as Director of Engineering at Tsunami Media, Alternate Platforms Group Manager at Sierra On-Line, and Systems Program Engineer with Amdahl.

Jeanne Shimoda
Claims Manager (Fresno)

Ms. Shimoda joined HealthComp in May of 1997 and has been employed in the Health Benefits industry since 1972. She has served in Management and Supervisory positions and has extensive experience in direct supervision in the processing of claims and customer service. Her expertise rests with a proven record with companies such as Foundation for Medical Care, Blue Cross of Northern California, RX Net, Inc. and EBP Administrators where she collectively has accumulated her vast years of experience.

Lori McBride, RN
Clinical Director (Fresno)

Ms. McBride joined HealthComp in December 2001 after serving in the United States Navy for nearly 13 years. With a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and Certifications in Public Health and Case Management, her background includes more than 16 years of experience in supervisory roles, as well as nursing care in the areas of Medical/Surgical, Family Practice, Ambulatory Care, Dermatology, Pediatric Care, Managed Care, Utilization Review, and Case Management. Ms. McBride's experience also includes health insurance and claims background with the Champus HealthCare System.

Sylvia De La Torre
Flexible Benefits Manager (Fresno)

Ms. De La Torre joined HealthComp in 1995 to implement and manage the Flexible Benefits Department. She has an Associate of Arts Degree in Business Administration. Her career in Section 125 Plan Administration started in 1985 and she has since managed several large flexible benefits departments. Ms. De La Torre has extensive experience administering plans sponsored by municipalities, governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations. She is responsible for the sales and marketing of Section 125 Plans, installation of new plans, employer/employee presentations, and completion of all Form 5500 filings related to the Section 125 Plans. Additionally, she is a member of both the ECFC and the Employee Benefits Institute of America.

Charles Johnson
Call Center Manager (Fresno)

Joining HealthComp in 2004, Mr. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Management and Organizational Development. He has been employed in the health benefits industry since 1987. Prior to working with HealthComp, he served in positions of management, training and education, with extensive experience in customer service and staff development for such companies as Principal Financial Group, Safeway, and the Fresno County Office of Education.

Katie Christiansen
Field Service Manager (Southern California)

Ms. Christiansen joined HealthComp Administrators' team, in September of 2009, as Field Service Manager. She comes to HealthComp with 10 years of experience in Self-funded Health Plans.

Prior to her inception at HealthComp Administrators, Katie served in several capacities ranging from Customer Service, Client Service Assistance, Account Executive, and Senior Account Executive at a premier Prescription Benefit Management company, as well as Product Development Analyst and Account Manger for Third Party Administration. She currently holds Bachelors of Science in Business Management and a valid CA Life Agent license.

As a Field Service Manager, Katie works closely with our existing Clients and Brokers. The focus of this valuable role is to survey clients during regularly scheduled onsite service calls that focus on how we are doing, what we are doing well, and where can we improve.

In addition, Katie interacts with various departmental personnel within HealthComp to provide Client, Broker, and insured feed back to HealthComp's executive management and business development team for analysis and service improvement.

Dennis Bourdo
Manager of Utilization Management (Fresno)

Dennis Bourdo joined HealthComp in April 2010. Dennis holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and a Masters Degree in Business Management. His background includes more than 15 years in the medical services industry with focuses on utilization and operations management. Prior to working at Healthcomp, Dennis served many roles at Universal Hospital Services including Director of Asset Management and Director of Operations.