# Sam Hazen

> Samuel N. Hazen is the chief executive officer of HCA Healthcare. His career began in financial management in 1983 and progressed through regional finance and operating positions before his appointment as CEO in January 2019. His public discussions emphasize employee development, disciplined operations and continued learning.

- **Role:** Chief Executive Officer at HCA Healthcare
- **Organizations:** HCA Healthcare, Humana, Nashville Health Care Council, Federation of American Hospitals, HCA Healthcare Foundation
- **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in finance, University of Kentucky, Master of Business Administration, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- **Known for:** Progressed from financial management training to chief executive over approximately 36 years., Led HCA’s Western Group, representing approximately half of company revenue., Recognized at the Gatton College Alumni Hall of Fame induction celebration in April 2017.

## Career timeline

- **1983** — Entered Humana’s financial management training program.
- **1994** — Became CFO of HCA’s North Texas Division.
- **1995** — Became CFO of HCA’s Western Group.
- **2001** — Became president of HCA’s Western Group.
- **2011** — Became HCA president of operations.
- **2015** — Appointed chief operating officer on January 30.
- **2016** — Promoted to president and COO on November 16.
- **2018** — Joined HCA’s board on September 10; announced as the next CEO.
- **2019** — Became CEO on January 1.

## Achievements

- Progressed from financial management training to chief executive over approximately 36 years.
- Led HCA’s Western Group, representing approximately half of company revenue.
- Recognized at the Gatton College Alumni Hall of Fame induction celebration in April 2017.

## Latest updates

- **2026-08** — HCA published his June conversation with Erica Rossitto about leadership development, technology and the work environment.
- **2026-04** — Discussed leadership, succession planning and continued learning in an April 7 interview with Drew Ungerman.
- **2026-04** — Delivered written testimony to the House Committee on Ways and Means on April 28.

## Links

- Website: https://hcahealthcare.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-hazen-a9b5728a

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