The JR & Ali Show: From Insight to Impact – The latest on CMS IT with Lee Ann Crochunis

In this episode of The JR & Ali Show, we’re joined once again by Lee Ann Crochunis, Deputy Director of the Office of Information Technology at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. With a career that spans both government and industry, Lee Ann brings valuable perspective on the current priorities at CMS and the evolving role of IT in supporting agency-wide goals. From navigating mission demands to managing a $1 billion IT portfolio, Lee Ann shares thoughts on what effective collaboration between agencies and vendors really looks like — including the importance of communication, practical solutioning, and mutual understanding. Hosted by JR Glass, President of GovCon Growth Solutions, and Ali Steer, President of Steer Operational Solutions, this conversation highlights the importance of agility, relationship-building, and mission alignment in today’s federal health environment. To connect with Lee Ann, follow him on LinkedIn here.