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What was Brian Thompson’s net worth? This is the salary of the UnitedHealthcare CEO killed in Manhattan
The shocking scene unfolded early on Wednesday as the businessman attended a conference and was targeted by a waiting gunman.
Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 6:45 a.m. local time. Thompson, 50, was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Thompson had been with UnitedHealth Group since 2004 and was appointed CEO of UnitedHealthcare in April 2021.
Under his leadership, UnitedHealthcare became the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans in the country, managing health insurance coverage for employers and various government-funded programs.
In terms of financial standing, Thompson’s net worth was estimated at approximately $42.9 million as of February 16, 2024, according to Wallmine. This estimation includes over 72,000 units of UnitedHealth Group stock, valued at around $42.9 million, and stock options worth over $21 million.
What was Brian Thompson’s salary?
His total compensation in 2022 was reported to be $9.86 million, comprising a base salary of $1 million, stock awards, option awards, and non-equity incentive plans.
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