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UnitedHealthcare Awards More Than $180,000 in Community Grants to Support Behavioral and Maternal Health in New Mexico

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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As part of an ongoing effort to address vital social determinants of health across New Mexico, UnitedHealthcare has awarded three New Mexico-based organizations $188,000 in community grants to address behavioral and maternal health in local communities.

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  • As part of an ongoing effort to address vital social determinants of health across New Mexico, UnitedHealthcare has awarded three New Mexico-based organizations $188,000 in community grants to address behavioral and maternal health in local communities.
  • A community-based approach which addresses the unique needs of community members is critical to reducing health disparities and achieving health equity in underserved populations, said Drew Peterson, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Community & State of New Mexico.
  • UnitedHealthcare is committed to supporting local organizations through grants which address social determinants of health and foster improved health outcomes for the people of New Mexico.
  • "Resourcing New Mexico's communities by directly supporting prevention services and the state's behavioral health workforce are excellent strategies in building capacity of the behavioral health system in New Mexico, said Fredrick Sandoval, executive director, National Latino Behavioral Health Association.

UnitedHealthcare Invests $5 million in Morgan’s Wonderland to Promote Health and Employment Equity for Individuals With Disabilities

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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The center will simultaneously assist employers with the hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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  • The center will simultaneously assist employers with the hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
  • People with disabilities experience specific health disparities and additional unique problems in accessing health care, and frequently report difficulty finding appropriately trained and willing providers.
  • Individuals with disabilities often get very fragmented and uncoordinated health care, which causes many barriers to well-being, said Allan Castro, CEO, The Multi-Assistance Center at Morgans Wonderland.
  • The company also provides health benefits and delivers care to people through owned and operated health care facilities in South America.

United Health Foundation Launches $3 Million Partnership with Active Minds to Help Address The Youth Mental Health Crisis

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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This new partnership will address key findings from the United Health Foundations 2022 Americas Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report.

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  • This new partnership will address key findings from the United Health Foundations 2022 Americas Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report.
  • Released today, the report reveals sharp increases in youth mental health challenges:
    Anxiety among children ages 3-17 increased 23% between 2017-2018 and 2020-2021.
  • Funding from the United Health Foundation will enable Active Minds to address these challenges.
  • The United Health Foundation was established by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in 1999 as a not-for-profit, private foundation dedicated to improving health and health care.

Communications Leader Mica Stark Joins Brodeur Partners to Expand Public Affairs and Higher Education Practice

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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BOSTON, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Long-time communications and public affairs leader at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), Mica Stark, has joined Brodeur Partners as senior vice president.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Long-time communications and public affairs leader at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), Mica Stark, has joined Brodeur Partners as senior vice president.
  • Stark will deepen Brodeur's public affairs and crisis communications services as well as expand its higher education practice.
  • Employing Brodeur's strategic Relevance framework, Stark will help clients assess their core audiences and develop public affairs and communications strategies.
  • Brodeur Partners is a strategic communications company that helps organizations become and remain relevant in a complicated world.

AM Best Comments on Credit Ratings of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated and Its Subsidiaries Following Completion of Change Healthcare Inc. Acquisition

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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AM Best has commented that the Credit Ratings (ratings) of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UnitedHealth Group) (Minnetonka, MN) [NYSE:UNH] and its insurance subsidiaries remain unchanged following its completed acquisition of Change Healthcare Inc. (Change Healthcare) (Nashville, TN) [NASDAQ:CHNG], a leading health care technology company.

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  • AM Best has commented that the Credit Ratings (ratings) of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UnitedHealth Group) (Minnetonka, MN) [NYSE:UNH] and its insurance subsidiaries remain unchanged following its completed acquisition of Change Healthcare Inc. (Change Healthcare) (Nashville, TN) [NASDAQ:CHNG], a leading health care technology company.
  • The transaction is valued at approximately $14 billion, and includes $5.3 billion debt of Change Healthcare that UnitedHealth Group retired.
  • However, UnitedHealth Group has managed its financial leverage at 40% over the long term, and has experienced temporary fluctuations following sizeable acquisitions.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .

United Health Foundation Donates $1 Million to Support Residents of Florida Affected by Hurricane Ian

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) the parent company of UnitedHealthcare and Optum is donating $1 million to help residents of Florida address urgent response needs following Hurricane Ian.

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  • The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) the parent company of UnitedHealthcare and Optum is donating $1 million to help residents of Florida address urgent response needs following Hurricane Ian.
  • The funds will be distributed to the Florida Disaster Fund , the states official private fund for assisting communities recover and rebuild from disasters and emergencies.
  • Our hearts are with the people of Florida whose communities have been devastated by Hurricane Ian, said Andrew Witty, chief executive officer, UnitedHealth Group.
  • Free Emotional-Support Help Line: Optum is offering a free emotional-support help line to people affected by Hurricane Ian.

United Health Foundation Donates $200,000 to Support Residents of Puerto Rico Affected by Hurricane Fiona

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) the parent company of UnitedHealthcare and Optum is donating $200,000 to help residents of Puerto Rico in their ongoing recovery and rebuild following Hurricane Fiona.

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  • The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) the parent company of UnitedHealthcare and Optum is donating $200,000 to help residents of Puerto Rico in their ongoing recovery and rebuild following Hurricane Fiona.
  • Funding will be directed to medical supplies to help strengthen Puerto Ricos care delivery capabilities.
  • We are deeply concerned for the people whose lives have been disrupted by Hurricane Fiona and were committed to helping them recover and rebuild, said Legna Colon, vice president, Optum, Puerto Rico.
  • Free Emotional-Support Help Line: Optum is offering a free emotional-support help line to people affected by Hurricane Fiona.

Optum and Change Healthcare Complete Combination

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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Optum, a diversified health services company, announced it has completed its combination with Change Healthcare.

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  • Optum, a diversified health services company, announced it has completed its combination with Change Healthcare.
  • The combination will connect and simplify the core clinical, administrative and payment processes health care providers and payers depend on to serve patients.
  • Optum is a leading information and technology-enabled health services business dedicated to helping make the health system work better for everyone.
  • With more than 210,000 people worldwide, Optum delivers intelligent, integrated solutions that help to modernize the health system and improve overall population health.

UnitedHealthcare’s 2023 Medicare Plans Add New Benefits, Simplicity for Consumers

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Saturday, October 1, 2022
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Medicare National Network: The largest national Medicare Advantage networkv will be available across even more plans in 2023, reaching nearly 96% of people in UnitedHealthcares coverage area and more than 3.1 million current enrollees.

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  • Medicare National Network: The largest national Medicare Advantage networkv will be available across even more plans in 2023, reaching nearly 96% of people in UnitedHealthcares coverage area and more than 3.1 million current enrollees.
  • Plans are insured or covered by a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract and/or a Medicare-approved Part D sponsor.
  • For Dual Special Needs Plans: A Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract and a contract with the State Medicaid Program.
  • iiiRefers to UnitedHealthcares standard Medicare Advantage plans (i.e., non-special needs plans).

UnitedHealthcare Awards Community Grants in New Mexico to Address Social Determinants of Health

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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UnitedHealthcare has awarded nearly $200,000 in community grants to four organizations to address social determinants of health, including access to affordable housing and food.

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  • UnitedHealthcare has awarded nearly $200,000 in community grants to four organizations to address social determinants of health, including access to affordable housing and food.
  • Healthy living goes beyond the doctors office, and our grants will enable local organizations to help people access food, affordable housing and social services to live healthier lives, said Andrew Peterson, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Community & State of New Mexico.
  • A community-based approach to addressing social determinants of health is essential to achieving health equity and building healthier communities in New Mexico and across the country.
  • These grants are part of several initiatives launched to address social determinants of health and improve community health.