Title: Chief Dental Officer
Company: Centene Corporation
Location: Plantation, Florida, United States
David J. DePorter, chief dental officer at Centene Corporation, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Doctors for dedication, achievements and leadership in the field of dentistry.
Dr. DePorter has established an exceptional career spanning 50 years in the dental profession, marked by administrative roles and a commitment to advancing dental health for underserved populations. As the chief dental officer at Centene Corporation since 2022, he supervises a team of 24 dental clinical directors responsible for reviewing claims, making determinations and developing clinical policies. In this capacity, Dr. DePorter also provides benefits expertise to the medical division, ensuring that dental care is integrated into broader health initiatives.
Prior to his present position, Dr. DePorter excelled as the national dental director at Envolve Benefit Options Inc. from 2019 to 2022. During this period, he contributed to the development and implementation of dental benefit programs, drawing on his extensive experience in dental policy and utilization management. From 1998 to 2019, Dr. DePorter found success as the president and managing consultant of DePorter Consulting Group Inc., where he provided strategic guidance to organizations seeking to enhance their dental operations. He was also active as the owner of the aforementioned firm from 1998 to 2011, demonstrating entrepreneurial acumen and a dedication to improving business practices within the industry.
Between 2004 and 2011, Dr. DePorter additionally held the position of managing partner at Brio Consulting Partners LLC, where he collaborated with healthcare organizations on operational improvements and policy development. His leadership extended to the technology sector as chief operating officer at V-Ha.com from 2000 to 2002, where he managed business operations and contributed to the growth of digital health solutions.
In 1999 to 2000, Dr. DePorter worked as regional vice president of sales and marketing at CompBenefits, overseeing market expansion and client relations. His earlier tenure as vice president at CIGNA Dental from 1994 to 1998 saw him lead teams focused on delivering quality dental benefits and services.
From 1991 to 1994, Dr. DePorter served as general manager for dental and major medical products at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, where he managed product lines and ensured compliance with industry standards. He began his executive career as director of dental operations at CIGNA Dental from 1989 to 1991, laying the foundation for his subsequent leadership roles.
A significant milestone in Dr. DePorter’s professional journey was receiving the Robert Wood Johnson Dental Services Research Fellowship in 1986, which he completed at the University of California Los Angeles. This achievement underscored his dedication to research-driven improvements in dental care delivery.
Dr. DePorter’s academic background has been instrumental in shaping his expertise. Initially earning a Bachelor of Science in biology from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb in 1971, he continued his education at the University of Illinois College of Dentistry in Chicago, from which he obtained a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1975. In 1985, he garnered a Master of Science in health professionals education from the University of Illinois Chicago, which provided him with advanced training in educational methodologies for healthcare professionals. Dr. DePorter ultimately graduated with a Master of Public Health in health services administration from the University of California Los Angeles in 1988.
Throughout his career, Dr. DePorter has demonstrated expertise in dental benefits, dental policy and utilization management—areas that have positioned him as a respected authority within the field. He is a member of several professional organizations including the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the American Association of Dental Consultants and the South Florida District Dental Association.
Dr. DePorter attributes his success to his passion for dentistry, strong leadership abilities and unwavering commitment to improving oral health outcomes across communities. He is dedicated to integrating dentistry more closely with medicine to promote overall health. Looking toward the future, he aims to continue growing his organization and developing staff members with the goal of preparing future leaders who can carry forward his legacy of service and innovation within the dental profession.
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