Who We Are
NovaNet was founded in 1994 to participate in the rapid evolution of healthcare moving from traditional fee-for-service to a managed care environment.
It began by providing coverage in Georgia, Alabama, and parts of Florida, and its acquisition of Tennessee Health Care in 2009 helped to complete its expansion into Tennessee. NovaNet is a preferred provider organization (PPO) that delivers network coverage with a distinct perspective --- it is not owned by physicians, hospitals or insurance carriers. This allows NovaNet to creatively collaborate with its clients to deliver the most effective products and services for members.
Our History
1994NovaNet Founded
NovaNet founded to participate in evolution of managed care with initial focus on building a provider network to serve more rural areas, intially in Georgia.1999Acquisition of Alliance Organization for Healthcare
The acquisition of Alliance Organization for Healthcare created an initial presence for NovaNet in central Alabama.2001Acquisition of Alabama Medical Coalition (AMC)
The AMC acquistion provided NovaNet with a presence in southern Alabama and the Florida panhandle.2004Began Dental Business
Expanded relationship with Aetna through an agreement with their Dental Division, allowing NovaNet to diversify its value-added services to clients.2005Cal-Med Acquisition
The Cal-Med acquisition expanded NovaNet's Alabama footprint into northern parts of the state.2006-2009Group Health Provider Recruitment
NovaNet focused on buidling out its Group Health Network across the states of Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and parts of northern Florida.2009Acquisition of Tennessee Healthcare
The Tennessee Healthcare acquisition fortified Group Health network coverage in Tennessee and marked NovaNet's entry into the Workers' Compensation business.2009 - 2024Contracting for Workers' Compensation and Auto
NovaNet increases contracted Group Health providers in the southeast while also adding providers in its Workers' Compensation and Auto networks.2024NovaNet celebrates:
30 Years in the Group Health Business 20 Years in the Dental Business 15 Years in the Workers' Compensation Business.
NovaNet Key Stats
Group Health
Hospitals
Ancillary Facility Locations
Physician Locations
Workers' Compensation
Hospitals
Ancillary Facility Locations
Physician Locations
Management Team
Richard Morgan | CEO
Richard F. Morgan has over thirty years’ experience in the healthcare industry. He was formerly President and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Health Services, a business unit of First Data Corporation. Specializing in the out-sourcing of hospital receivables, FHS provides management services to over 150 hospitals throughout the United States. Mr. Morgan was also with HBO & Company for five years, serving as Vice President of the Physician Services Division. He was Executive Vice President and one of the founders of Artrac, a software company supplying systems and services to hospitals nationally. Mr. Morgan spends his time in operations, sales and marketing, and strategic direction for the company.
Jordan Morgan | President
Jordan Morgan joined NovaNet in 2009 as the Director of Business Development. In 2014, he was promoted to Vice President of Business Development. Jordan has been responsible for the sales and marketing of NovaNet’s medical and dental PPO network products, as well as assisting in the sales and marketing of NovaNet’s Workers’ Compensation network products. In June of 2021, Jordan was promoted to President of NovaNet, focusing on the sales and marketing of NovaNet s network products, oversight of operations and financials, and client relationship development and management. Jordan has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience in managed healthcare and the medical equipment Industry. Jordan has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing from the University of Georgia.
Lisa Raymaker | EVP
Lisa Raymaker has over thirty years of experience in marketing, management, and client service. After a career in the market research industry, she joined NovaNet in 2001 as Provider Relations Coordinator, then moved into the Manager of Network Development role, followed by Director of Network Services and Vice President of Network Operations capacities. In her current role, Lisa is responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships, implementing and supporting employer groups, and overseeing the Network Development and Provider Relations staff. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing from Belmont University in Nashville, TN.
John Folks | VP of Client Development
John Folks has over thirty years of experience in the healthcare industry, joining NovaNet through its acquisition of Tennessee Healthcare in 2009. At Tennessee Healthcare, he led workers’ compensation product development and client management in Tennessee. He continues that role with NovaNet, expanding it to a national platform. John’s previous work experience includes sales and marketing in property and casualty insurance, catastrophic loss contingency planning, and leading Humana’s Tennessee workers’ compensation program.
Roger Hitt | Director of Business Development
Roger Hitt joined NovaNet in 2023 as Director of Business Development, focusing on the Workers’ Compensation network. His career spans over 20 years of consulting and corporate roles encompassing such responsibilities as operations management, marketing, benefits management, and business development. Roger's recent experience includes serving as COO for a small biotech firm as well as leading the compensation, benefits, and Human Resources Information Systems functions for a publicly traded company. He brings his recent group health experience as he works to expand client relationships in the Workers’ Compensation space. Roger received his Bachelor of Industrial Engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Denise Axmacher | Network Manager
Denise Axmacher joined NovaNet in January 2015 with over 25 years of experience in customer service, communications, data entry, and process streamlining. Ms. Axmacher has a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from DeVry University. Her focus is customer service, managing provider demographics, contracting and credentialing of new providers.
Melody Alexander | VP of Information Services
Melody Alexander has over nineteen years’ experience in Information Systems. She has worked with several hardware and software platforms and specializes in all aspects of data management and data flow. Melody joined NovaNet in November of 2000. Her main responsibilities include maintaining the database of NovaNet providers and managing the data flow between all parties involved. Melody has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Louisiana Tech University.
Mandy Gillis | Information Systems Coordinator
Mandy Gillis has over 13 years of experience in the healthcare industry, which includes managed care. She joined NovaNet in 2007 and is responsible for database management, data development, and reporting. Mandy has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Southern Wesleyan University and a Health Science Associate’s degree in Health Information Management from Midlands Technical College. She is a Registered Health Information Technician credentialed by the American Health Information Management Association.
Renee Vanderburgh | Information Systems Specialist
Renee Vanderburgh joined NovaNet in November 2011 with over 20 years of experience in database management. She has worked with some of the country’s largest data providers and has experience providing standards, guidelines, processes and expertise to consistently address recurring strategic data issues such as data convergence, data standards and data integration. Renee is responsible for data analysis and reporting, as well as data imports and exports, for all of NovaNet’s product lines.
Colleen Diaz | Network Specialist
Colleen has 5 years of experience in Healthcare Administration. She completed a medical billing and coding program at Montgomery County Community College in Pennsylvania. After completing the program, Colleen achieved two certifications: Certified Billing and Coding (CBCS) with the National Health Association and Certified Coding Professional (CPC-A) with the AAPC. Colleen's most recent position was with Penn Medicine in Philadelphia as an Access Service Associate. She works in NovaNet’s claims, IT, and contracting areas.