Why it Matters

A letter from our Corporate Compliance and Ethics Officer

Dear Employee,

At Premera we are unwavering in our commitment to comply with the highest standards of ethical behavior. We do so because every decision we make has a direct impact on our customers, the providers we partner with, the employees we work with, and the communities we serve. People rely upon us during many of the most important times in their lives. Our expectation is that all employees conduct themselves with the highest standards of integrity and ethics.

Being a part of an ethical organization with an inclusive workplace that embraces mutual understanding and respect makes me proud. The Premera Code of Conduct reflects these commitments. We hold ourselves to the standards set forth within it. I encourage you to spend time reading and understanding it. Discuss its meaning with your colleagues.

Doing the right thing and maintaining a culture of ethics and compliance is often difficult. It requires us to work together to hold ourselves accountable. If you see something that concerns you, I encourage you to speak up. Talk to your leader or reach out to our Compliance and Ethics team. You can also reach out to me directly.

Although our Code of Conduct applies to our employees, we publish it on our website and make it available publicly. We want our customers, provider partners, regulators, lawmakers, and fellow members of our community to know the commitments that we are making. By being an ethical company, we make healthcare work better and earn their trust.

Thank you for your commitment to maintaining our culture of ethics and compliance, and for your service to our customers and community.

Sincerely,

Sven Peterson
Corporate Compliance and Ethics Officer
Vice President of Ethics, Compliance and Regulatory Services