Massachusetts Health Connector Appoints Jonathan Gruber to Board of Directors

WORCESTER — The Massachusetts Health Connector announced the appointment of Dr. Jonathan Gruber to the health economist seat of its board of directors. Gruber is the Ford professor of Economics and the former chairman of the Economics department at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he has taught since 1992. A key leader in the 2006 Massachusetts healthcare reform effort, he also served as an inaugural member of the Health Connector board.

Following his leadership in Massachusetts, Gruber went on to consult with the Obama administration and lend his expertise to Congress, playing a key role in the crafting of the Affordable Care Act.

“Massachusetts has long led the nation in expanding access to affordable, high-quality healthcare, and Dr. Jonathan Gruber has been at the center of that work for decades,” Gov. Maura Healey said. “His expertise helped shape the reforms that made Massachusetts a model for the country, and he’ll bring invaluable experience to the Health Connector as we continue working to protect coverage, lower costs, and ensure every resident has access to the care they need. I’m grateful for his willingness to once again serve the people of Massachusetts.”

Added Gruber, “serving as an inaugural member of the Health Connector board was one of the greatest honors of my life. I am so proud to have been part of Massachusetts’ efforts to lead the nation towards universal coverage. And I am thrilled to get to rejoin the board at this critical moment for the state. Just as we led in expanding coverage, now is the time for Massachusetts to lead the nation in addressing the challenges posed by dramatic cuts in federal healthcare support.”