Centene Corporation

Enhabit Provides Additional Details on Robust Strategic Review Process

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목요일, 5월 23, 2024

In connection with the filing, Enhabit provided additional information regarding its recently concluded strategic review process.

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  • In connection with the filing, Enhabit provided additional information regarding its recently concluded strategic review process.
  • The Board, which includes two directors appointed as part of a cooperation agreement with Cruiser Capital and Harbour Point Capital, was actively engaged throughout the strategic review process.
  • In addition, Enhabit issued a public announcement of the process to ensure that other potential counterparties would be aware of the process.
  • The strategic review process, as described above, was publicly announced, comprehensive, and deliberate, lasting nine months and involving 38 potential counterparties.

MHS Launches MHS Serves, a $12 Million Statewide Health Equity Program

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화요일, 5월 14, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Managed Health Services (MHS), a managed care entity that has been proudly serving the state of Indiana for over 25 years and a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced today the creation of MHS Serves, a $12 million dollar health equity program  focused on reducing and eliminating health disparities by supporting key community-based programs and resources across Indiana. Over the next six years, MHS Serves will provide a minimum of two million dollars annually to institute health equity-focused partnerships and innovations. Indiana Minority Health Coalition (IMHC) and Black Onyx Management will collaborate with MHS Serves to manage the program. The first opportunity, Broadband Access Strategic Partnership, will enable partner organizations in historically marginalized communities to have increased broadband access to support internet and technology adoption. The program aims to increase the number of Indiana's certified Broadband Ready Communities by supporting internet readiness through strategic planning and broadband surveys, and growing internet adoption in under-resourced communities through place-based initiatives.

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  • Indiana Minority Health Coalition (IMHC) and Black Onyx Management will collaborate with MHS Serves to manage the program.
  • "I'm proud to announce the creation of MHS Serves, our statewide health equity program several years in the making," said MHS President and CEO, Kevin O'Toole.
  • MHS Serves will enable us to expand our focus on health equity and the social determinants of health in new and exciting ways."
  • MHS' Health Equity Committee and MHS Serves Advisory Council will work with members, providers, advocates, Federally Qualified Health Centers and Community-Based Organizations to identify current factors that are leading to health disparities and determine research-based interventions.

Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District Expands Student Healthcare Services through Partnership with Hazel Health and Superior HealthPlan

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수요일, 5월 8, 2024

UVALDE, Texas, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (UCISD) today announced that students will have access to virtual health care through a partnership with Hazel Health, a leading telehealth provider, and Superior HealthPlan (Superior), the Texas-based subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC). Thanks to an investment of $250,000 from Superior, all UCISD students will have access to Hazel Health's high-quality care – at school and at home – through the 2028–2029 school year. The service will be accessible to all students enrolled in the district at no cost to their families.

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  • UVALDE, Texas, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (UCISD) today announced that students will have access to virtual health care through a partnership with Hazel Health , a leading telehealth provider, and Superior HealthPlan (Superior), the Texas-based subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC).
  • Thanks to an investment of $250,000 from Superior, all UCISD students will have access to Hazel Health's high-quality care – at school and at home – through the 2028–2029 school year.
  • This partnership with Hazel Health and Superior HealthPlan will remove the health-related barriers to learning that keep students out of class.
  • "Meeting the needs of the whole child is a community effort that requires innovation and collaboration, like the partnership between Superior, UCISD, and Hazel Health," said Andrew Post, Chief Innovation Officer at Hazel Health.

Meridian in Michigan and the Centene Foundation Announce $1.1 million Grant to Neighborhood Service Organization

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화요일, 5월 7, 2024

DETROIT, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian in Michigan, a leading managed care organization in the state of Michigan and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) and the  Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation, announced today a $1.1 million grant to the Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO), an integrated health and human service agency based in Detroit. The grant will support NSO's Medical Respite program, serving to increase access to health and recuperative care for individuals experiencing homelessness.

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  • DETROIT, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian in Michigan , a leading managed care organization in the state of Michigan and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) and the Centene Foundation , the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation, announced today a $1.1 million grant to the Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO), an integrated health and human service agency based in Detroit.
  • The grant will support NSO's Medical Respite program , serving to increase access to health and recuperative care for individuals experiencing homelessness.
  • "Meridian and the Centene Foundation are proud to partner with NSO to improve health disparities for individuals experiencing homelessness," said Kelly McDonald, Meridian's senior director of population health and clinical operations.
  • By investing in the Medical Respite program, Meridian and the Centene Foundation further their commitment to improving healthcare access for people experiencing homelessness, ensuring a healthier and more secure future for the Detroit community.

Landmark Ruling in RICO Lawsuit Against Centene Corporation, Alleging the Company Defrauds Consumers through Sale of Its Ambetter Health Insurance Plans

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월요일, 5월 6, 2024

CHICAGO, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S. District Court Judge Nancy L. Maldonado ruled that Plaintiffs in Havrilla v. Centene Corp. (N.D. Ill.) could proceed on the majority of their claims against Centene Corporation and two of its subsidiaries, Centene Management Company, LLC, and Celtic Insurance Company.

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  • In a landmark ruling, U.S. District Court Judge Nancy L. Maldonado allowed the majority of claims in the RICO lawsuit against Centene Corporation to proceed, asserting that the plaintiffs provided sufficient evidence of a multi-billion-dollar scheme to defraud consumers through Ambetter health insurance plans.
  • This means that those (primarily low income) consumers who purchase Ambetter health insurance "run into difficulty finding healthcare providers who actually accept the insurance—including providers that are listed on the Ambetter plans' websites and provider directories."
  • Defendants had moved to dismiss the complaint on grounds of lack of subject-matter jurisdiction and failure to state a claim.
  • "No company should be allowed to abuse the healthcare system and take advantage of consumers in the way that we believe Centene has.

Alivi Health Appoints Shea Long as Chief Product Officer

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

Alivi Health, a leading provider of specialty benefits, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shea Long as Chief Product Officer (CPO).

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  • Alivi Health, a leading provider of specialty benefits, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shea Long as Chief Product Officer (CPO).
  • Long's exceptional track record in healthcare innovation, product management, and go-to-market strategies makes him the perfect fit for this position.
  • Before joining Alivi Health, Long served as the Head of Commercial Innovation at Centene, where he spearheaded the implementation of technology-based solutions to enhance health outcomes, optimize resource utilization, and improve customer satisfaction metrics.
  • As Caleb Rojas, President of Alivi Health, expressed, "Shea's reputation in the industry precedes him, and we are thrilled to have him on board as our Chief Product Officer.

Wellcare and Wellvana Announce Partnership to Expand Patient-Centered Primary Care for Benefit of Medicare Advantage Members in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024

ST. LOUIS and NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellcare , the Medicare business of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), and Wellvana , a value-based care physician enablement company, today announced a multi-year partnership that seeks to expand affordable, patient-centered primary healthcare to thousands of Wellcare Medicare Advantage members in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.

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  • ST. LOUIS and NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellcare , the Medicare business of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), and Wellvana , a value-based care physician enablement company, today announced a multi-year partnership that seeks to expand affordable, patient-centered primary healthcare to thousands of Wellcare Medicare Advantage members in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
  • The partnership will support independent primary care physicians involved in valued-based care in those states to improve clinical outcomes for Wellcare's Medicare Advantage members.
  • "Wellvana and Wellcare share a vision for driving innovation to accelerate patient-centered care delivery," said President and Chief Executive Officer at Wellvana, Kyle Wailes.
  • Since 2019, Wellvana has invested financial resources, human capital and technology into practices that enable more clinicians to succeed in value-based care.

Wellcare and Wellvana Announce Partnership to Expand Patient-Centered Primary Care for Benefit of Medicare Advantage Members in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024

ST. LOUIS and NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellcare , the Medicare business of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), and Wellvana , a value-based care physician enablement company, today announced a multi-year partnership that seeks to expand affordable, patient-centered primary healthcare to thousands of Wellcare Medicare Advantage members in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.

Key Points: 
  • ST. LOUIS and NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellcare , the Medicare business of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), and Wellvana , a value-based care physician enablement company, today announced a multi-year partnership that seeks to expand affordable, patient-centered primary healthcare to thousands of Wellcare Medicare Advantage members in Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
  • The partnership will support independent primary care physicians involved in valued-based care in those states to improve clinical outcomes for Wellcare's Medicare Advantage members.
  • "Wellvana and Wellcare share a vision for driving innovation to accelerate patient-centered care delivery," said President and Chief Executive Officer at Wellvana, Kyle Wailes.
  • Since 2019, Wellvana has invested financial resources, human capital and technology into practices that enable more clinicians to succeed in value-based care.

Fidelis Care Behavioral Health Grant Applications Now Open to Providers and Organizations Across New York State

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수요일, 5월 1, 2024

LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State and a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, has opened the application process for its 2024 behavioral health grant program. The grants range from $10,000 to $20,000 each and are aimed at assisting providers and community-based organizations that support behavioral health and wellness, especially in underserved communities. The application is available at fideliscare.org/BH-grants. Deadline to apply is 5 p.m. EDT May 31, 2024.  

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  • The grants range from $10,000 to $20,000 each and are aimed at assisting providers and community-based organizations that support behavioral health and wellness, especially in underserved communities.
  • "Recognizing and addressing disparities is critical in ensuring that everyone has equal access to behavioral health support and resources," said Fidelis Care Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vincent Marchello.
  • "These grants can help deepen Fidelis Care's relationships with providers and community-based social need service organizations to get people the help they need to live fulfilling lives."
  • Fidelis Care plans to announce the recipients of its 2024 behavioral health grant program awards by July 31, 2024.

Mahmee Collaborates With Health Net to Provide Expecting and New Parents With Additional Doula and Wraparound Maternity Support

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목요일, 4월 11, 2024

The program is designed to ensure new and expecting parents are seen, heard and cared for in the maternal health system.

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  • The program is designed to ensure new and expecting parents are seen, heard and cared for in the maternal health system.
  • "We are proud to be at the forefront of the changing landscape for maternal health.
  • "We're excited to expand our existing doula services to include Mahmee, which will provide specialized care teams to expecting and new parents throughout California,” said Vice President and Chief Health Equity Officer at Health Net, Dr. Pooja Mittal.
  • By offering these services, Mahmee and Health Net are empowering families to experience the life-saving benefits of proactive, ongoing wraparound support that they deserve.