Gavin Steketee

Background

About Gavin Steketee

I began my education in Architecture, learning how to design structures that are efficient, sustainable, and built for the people who inhabit them. For the last 20+ years, I have applied that exact same discipline to the healthcare industry. I don't just sell healthcare solutions; I design/build networks that remove friction and rebuild the broken connection between payers and providers.Currently, as President of DirectCare, I am leading the charge to "eliminate the grift" in healthcare purchasing. We are proving that when you remove the middlemen and claims denials, and instead connect self-funded employers and unions directly with top-tier providers, everyone wins. We reduce surgical costs by 30-60% for purchasers while ensuring providers get paid fast, without the red tape.My career has been defined by a "hunter" mentality and a passion for complex problem-solving across the healthcare ecosystem - from PBMs and logistics to Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and bundled payments. I have- Secured provider partnerships and impacted over 1 million patient lives- Generated over $110M in new revenue through strategic C-level engagement- Bridged the gap between clinical operations and executive financial strategy.Whether navigating the complexities of self-funding or deploying enterprise software solutions, my goal remains constant: delivering healthcare that is transparent, accessible, and financially sustainable.Let’s connect if you are interested in the future of Direct Contracting or if you are looking to optimize your provider network.