Ellen Kugler Email & Phone Number

Ellen Kugler leads DeBrunner & Associates’ federal health policy consulting practice in Washington, D.C. She is an expert in government health care policy, especially Medicare and Medicaid, and represents a broad range of health care clients on a variety of issues before Congress and the administration. Ellen is skilled in legislative drafting, has extensive contacts on Capitol Hill, is a seasoned lobbyist, and enjoys an excellent track record for helping her clients obtain federal assistance. She also serves as executive director of the National Association of Urban Hospitals, one of DeBrunner & Associates’ largest clients.

Ellen Kugler is NASH's executive director, responsible for formulating the group's policy direction, developing legislative strategies, lobbying Congress and the Administration, and managing the association. A key member of the NASH staff since its founding in 1993, she is an expert in government health care policy, especially Medicare and Medicaid - the two issues that are most important to the association and its members. In addition to her in-depth knowledge of the nuances of Medicare and Medicaid policy, Ellen is an experienced lobbyist with extensive relationships on Capitol Hill and an outstanding track record for reaching key legislators and presenting persuasive and successful arguments on behalf of the needs of urban safety-net hospitals.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Handled major client engagements, represented hospitals, health systems and associations before Congress and administrative agencies.

Handled health care issues for the Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Health. Drafted legislation, advised congressman, wrote floor speeches, drafted policy papers, prepared questions and testimony for congressional hearings.

Assisted Chief of Staff on health care issues, wrote floor speeches, communicated with constituents

Served as Presidential Regional Campaign Coordinator and advanced team.

J.D., Law

B.A., Political Science, City & Regional Planning