Governing Leadership
Physician Established. Physician Led. Physician Owned.
UPA is supported by governing physicians and a highly-trained staff. We have
813 clinicians and 738 team members. Our office is based in Knoxville,
and we serve physician practices throughout Eastern Tennessee.
Our governance system at the University Physicians’ Association, Inc.
(UPA) is as follows:
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Board of Directors — The Board consists of 18 elected physicians serving 3-year terms
and are responsible for overseeing and managing the entire organization.
They ensure that our overall mission, goals, and objectives of the corporation
and interest of shareholders are met.
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Contract & Finance Committee — The Contract & Finance Committee is a board-appointed committee
that identifies and oversees the managed care contract negotiations and
opportunities.
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Membership Committee — The Membership Committee is appointed by Board members, and are
responsible for preparing recommendations for membership criteria and
identifying membership needs.
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Planning & Marketing Committee — An appointed committee
is tasked with promoting the image and capabilities of the corporation and
its shareholders.
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Clinical Integration Committee — The appointed members of the Clinical Integration Committee monitor
implementation of the Clinical Integration Program, including practice
guidelines and benchmarks.
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Nominating Committee — The Nominating Committee consists of 3 primary care shareholders,
2 specialty care shareholders, 1 hospital-based shareholder who are responsible
for nominating from shareholders individuals to be considered for the
board of directors.
Call University Physicians’ Association, Inc.
at (865) 670-6700
to learn more about our healthcare solutions.