Kathryn “Kate” Wetherby is a senior technology leader at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), where she focuses on advancing digital modernization across federal healthcare programs. She has played a key role within the Marketplace Innovation and Technology Group in the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight, helping guide technology strategy and operational transformation. Her work centers on improving the performance, scalability, and accessibility of systems that support millions of Americans who rely on federal healthcare services.
Prior to CMS, Kate supported national health IT initiatives at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, contributing to efforts related to interoperability, health data exchange, and Meaningful Use. She also brings private-sector experience working with startups and small businesses in the healthcare technology space, with a focus on product development and organizational strategy. Known for translating complex technology initiatives into practical outcomes, she has helped lead large-scale modernization efforts across the federal health ecosystem.
Kate is a frequent contributor to conversations around digital transformation, emerging technologies, and the future of federal healthcare delivery.
Organization Overview:
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that oversees some of the nation’s most critical healthcare programs. CMS administers Medicare, Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program, and the Health Insurance Marketplace, providing coverage to more than 100 million Americans. The agency works closely with states, healthcare providers, and private insurers to improve the quality, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare nationwide. CMS also plays a key role in setting healthcare standards and ensuring program integrity across the national health system, helping shape how healthcare services are delivered across the country.