Rodney Whitlock

Rodney Whitlock is an accomplished health care advisor and Vice President at McDermott+Consulting.12 With over 25 years of experience in the field, he possesses extensive knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid issues, which he uses to strategically guide clients through complex healthcare policy matters.1

Professional Background

Congressional Experience:: Whitlock spent more than two decades working on Capitol Hill, specializing in rural health, healthcare safety net, and disability policy.1 His notable positions include:

• Health policy director for former U.S. Representative Charlie Norwood (R-GA)
• Health policy advisor to Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) on the Senate Finance Committee
• Health policy director in Senator Grassley's personal office

During his time in the Senate, Whitlock played a crucial role in several significant pieces of legislation, including the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, the Affordable Care Act of 2010, and various CHIP Reauthorization Acts.1

Current Role:: As Vice President at McDermott+Consulting, Whitlock leverages his extensive experience to provide valuable insights to clients on healthcare policy matters.24

Academic Involvement

For the past 20 years, Whitlock has been an adjunct faculty member at two institutions within George Washington University:

1. Milken Institute School of Public Health's Department of Health Policy and Management
2. Graduate School of Political Management's Department of Legislative Affairs13

His courses have helped shape the careers of hundreds of students who have gone on to pursue careers in Washington, D.C.1

Expertise and Focus Areas

Whitlock's areas of expertise include:

• Rural health
• Healthcare safety net
• Disability policy
• Medicare and Medicaid issues
• Legislative processes related to healthcare policy

His unique experience in drafting and advancing legislation provides clients with invaluable knowledge and strategic guidance in navigating complex healthcare policy landscapes.14