Dr. Jerone Deverman is the founder and principal consultant of Medical Data Systems in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has over thirty years experience in computer systems, data processing, systems analysis, statistical analysis, mathematical modeling and computer simulations, operational testing and evaluation, and large data systems applications. He is well known for his expertise and statistical contributions in the field of large scale health care information systems involving public, federal, and commercial programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Health Maintenance Organizations, and Professional Review Organizations. He has made strong contributions in the statistical design and analysis of data arising in health care and medical insurance. Dr. Deverman is a frequent invited speaker at meetings of the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, and he has spoken on analysis of health care claims data at national conferences. Dr. Deverman has been a member of the Purdue Alumni Association Board of Directors, and President of the Purdue Club of New Mexico. He is also an active participant in the College of Science Dean’s Club and the President’s Council.