PR Newswire·Nov 11, 2026, 4:45 PM ET

NCPDP President & CEO Lee Ann Stember Announces Plans to Retire After 46 Years of Leadership

NCPDP President & CEO Lee Ann Stember announced her retirement on November 11, 2026, with an effective date of June 1, 2027.
Stember concludes 46 years of service & leadership at the organization, which is preparing for its 50th anniversary year.
The announcement was shared during the November Workgroup Meeting in Portland with the NCPDP Compensation Committee, Board of Trustees, & Executive Management Team.
During her tenure, Stember guided NCPDP through advances in health information technology, interoperability, & consensus-based standards to reduce administrative burdens.
She championed the vision of seamless health information exchange among patients, physicians, pharmacists, hospitals, & health plans.
Stember cited succession planning & leadership development as priorities that ensure NCPDP's continuity & long-term stability.
The healthcare industry faces ongoing challenges including interoperability, cybersecurity risks, & value-based care modernization.
Stember plans to explore new opportunities, give back to her community, spend time with family, & pursue travel after her departure.
NCPDP, established in 1977, is a nonprofit ANSI-accredited Standards Developer responsible for standards like SCRIPT & Telecommunication Standard.
Additional details regarding the leadership transition will be shared at an appropriate time.