Justin Murakami, JD, CHC, is a highly accomplished healthcare compliance expert with more than 14 years of experience with Medicaid, Medicare, commercial health plans and provider organizations, specializing in California’s complex regulatory landscape. He is known for his leadership in regulatory audits, compliance program development, and risk mitigation for large health plans.
At ATTAC Consulting, Justin brings deep expertise in auditing, health plan compliance, and regulatory and delegation oversight, with a focus on the nuances of the California market. His operational background enables him to effectively bridge the gap between compliance and operations, offering comprehensive solutions for clients.
At L.A. Care, California’s largest publicly operated health plan, Justin served as Manager of Regulatory Audits and Monitoring, where he led a team dedicated to commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare compliance. He oversaw audit responses, managed relationships with state and federal agencies, and ensured regulatory filings were thorough and timely. In collaboration with various departments, Justin developed and implemented corrective actions and comprehensive programs that strengthened organizational alignment. His strategic approach extended to managing projects related to regulatory disclosures and enforcement actions, accreditation, and certification.
Justin previously served as Senior SIU Investigator at HMSA Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii, overseeing investigations of suspected fraud and abuse, and structuring internal reviews of operations. While with Hawaii Pacific Health as Manager of Education and Policy Programs, he led statewide initiatives, including anti-violence training programs and public policy advocacy, and worked with providers, government agencies and community organizations to implement best practices and requirements related to services for crime victims.
He holds a JD from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law, and a BA in International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania.
