Marilyn Tavenner, who resigned from her post as CMS administrator in February, has been appointed to the board of directors of Brentwood, Tenn.-based LifePoint Hospitals.
Ms. Tavenner was with CMS for five years, serving as administrator from May 2013 to February 2015. Before joining CMS, she was secretary of health and human resources of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Now as a board member for LifePoint Hospitals, Ms. Tavenner will be on the board's Audit and Compliance Committee, Compensation Committee, Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee and Quality Committee.
"Marilyn brings an unparalleled understanding of the healthcare industry and the evolving regulatory environment through which our company and associated providers are navigating," said William F. Carpenter III, chairman and CEO of LifePoint Hospitals. "Most importantly, she is an avid supporter of innovation and finding ways to improve the quality of care provided in communities around the country. We are proud to add her passion, knowledge and experience to the leadership of our company."