Provider Network Solutions Appoints Gustavo Leon Jr., HCMBA, as President and Chief Strategy Officer to Accelerate Strategic Growth

Provider Network Solutions (PNS), a leading specialty care managed services organization dedicated to transforming healthcare through innovative provider solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gustavo Leon Jr., HCMBA, as President and Chief Strategy Officer.

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Gustavo Leon, Jr.
President & Chief Strategy Officer

Gustavo Leon, Jr.
President & Chief Strategy Officer

With nearly three decades of executive leadership experience in managed care, Leon brings an extensive background in strategic growth, provider partnerships, and value-based care initiatives. Throughout his career, he has helped some of the nation’s largest publicly traded healthcare organizations expand provider networks, foster high-impact strategic partnerships, and improve care delivery across Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial markets.

As President and Chief Strategy Officer, Leon will lead PNS’s strategic vision and enterprise growth initiatives, strengthening relationships with providers, health plans, and strategic partners while identifying opportunities to broaden PNS’s impact and market presence. His leadership will help accelerate the organization’s growth across Florida, Texas, Puerto Rico, and future markets, reinforcing PNS’s commitment to delivering innovative, value-driven healthcare solutions at scale.

“We are thrilled to welcome Gus to the PNS family,” said Dr. Jose Pelayo, Founder and CEO of Provider Network Solutions. “His proven leadership, deep industry expertise, and collaborative approach align perfectly with our mission to transform healthcare. As PNS continues to grow, Gus’s ability to build meaningful relationships and identify new opportunities will strengthen the value we deliver to our existing provider and health plan partners while expanding our reach to organizations seeking innovative, value-driven solutions. His leadership positions us to build on our momentum and unlock the next phase of growth for PNS.”

Throughout his career, Leon has partnered with leading health systems, independent physician associations, and physician organizations to manage millions of covered lives across multiple states and health plan brands. His impact has been notable in bringing together health plans, providers, and community organizations to solve complex challenges, improve operational performance, and create sustainable, long-term value.

“I am honored to join Provider Network Solutions at such an exciting time in the organization’s growth,” said Gustavo Leon Jr., President and Chief Strategy Officer. “PNS has built an outstanding reputation for delivering innovative healthcare solutions while maintaining an unwavering commitment to providers, health plans, and the patients they serve. I look forward to working alongside this exceptional team to deepen relationships with our partners, advance innovative care models, and create new and meaningful opportunities that improve healthcare for the communities we serve.”

Beyond his executive leadership, Leon is dedicated to strengthening the communities he serves through philanthropy, board leadership, and volunteerism. He serves on several healthcare and community boards and is passionate about supporting initiatives that improve health outcomes and enhance community well-being. He earned a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare from Florida International University, where he further developed the collaborative, innovative, and strategic leadership principles that continue to guide his work.

Leon joins PNS at a pivotal time as the organization continues to build momentum, expand its presence in key markets, and create new opportunities for providers and health plans through innovative managed care solutions. His appointment reinforces PNS’s commitment to delivering scalable strategies that improve outcomes while supporting the long-term success of its partners.

About Provider Network Solutions

Provider Network Solutions (PNS) is a leading specialty care managed services organization committed to transforming healthcare through innovative network management, value-based care solutions, and strategic partnerships. PNS serves more than 2.3 million members under specialty contracts and over 50,000 at-risk Medicare Advantage members, through a robust network of more than 8,500 primary care physicians, 4,000 specialists, and 7,500 ancillary providers and healthcare facilities across Florida, Texas, and Puerto Rico. PNS partners with health plans, provider organizations, health systems, and physician groups to improve quality, reduce costs, expand access to specialty care, and deliver better outcomes for the communities they serve.

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