Tampa, Florida (November 16, 2011) – WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (NYSE: WCG) today announced that David J. McNichols has joined the company as state president of WellCare of Georgia. He reports to the president of WellCare’s South Division, Jesse L. Thomas, and his responsibilities include overseeing WellCare’s Georgia operations as well as providing leadership as the company engages in state-wide expansion initiatives.

“David’s experience and knowledge of the Georgia market will provide...