Melanson Joins OneBeacon as SVP, Medical Excess

Minnetoka, Minn.-based OneBeacon Professional Insurance (OBPI), a member of OneBeacon Insurance Group has appointed Daniel Melanson as senior vice president leading the Medical Excess line of business.

Melanson is responsible for product development, sales, marketing, producer relationships and underwriting results for the provider excess, employer stop loss and HMO reinsurance products. He reports to Steve Spina, president of OBPI’s Health Care Group.

Melanson brings more than 20 years of experience in underwriting and leadership for this specialized line of coverage. Most recently, he was senior vice president for Underwriting and Operations at a leading carrier overseeing underwriting, claims and medical management for HMO Re, Provider Excess and Employer Stop Loss products. Prior to that role, he held various positions in underwriting and product line management, as well as in health plan administration, negotiating contracts with hospitals on behalf of the health plan.

Source: OneBeacon Professional Insurance