Verma (Seema Verma)

Seema Verma is an American health policy expert who served as the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) from 2017 to 2021 under President Trump. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing federal programs that provide health care coverage to elderly, disabled, and low-income Americans. Verma focused on promoting patient-centered care, reducing costs, and expanding options within these programs. With a background in consulting and health policy, she played a key role in implementing reforms aimed at increasing flexibility and innovation in Medicaid and Medicare.