Health Net is one of only three plans in
California to ever earn this
Accreditation
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of
California's most experienced
Medi-Cal managed care health plans and a company of Centene
Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced today that it is the only
health plan in the nation to earn the Health Equity Accreditation
Plus (HEA+) certification awarded by the National Committee
for Quality Assurance (NCQA) across all lines of business.
Specifically, this Accreditation includes the company's Medicaid,
Medicare, Commercial and Exchange lines of business. Health Net is
one of only three health plans in California to ever earn this
Accreditation.
"We're proud to earn this Accreditation, which affirms our
efforts to prioritize the needs of diverse populations and actively
work towards closing health equity gaps statewide," said President
and Chief Executive Officer of Health Net, Brian Ternan. "We
continue to be committed to serving Californians and delivering the
highest quality care to all of our members."
This is not the first time the managed care plan has been
acknowledged by NCQA. From 2011 to 2021, NCQA awarded Health
Net its "Multicultural Health Care Distinction" award for its
Commercial, Medicare and Medicaid lines of business. Health Net was
the first health plan to earn this award for all three lines of
business. Additionally, in 2022, Health Net was recognized as
one of only nine healthcare organizations in the nation to receive
the prestigious Health Equity Accreditation Plus designation for
all lines of business.
HEA+ focuses on collecting data on community social risk factors
and patients' social needs to help organizations offer social
resources that can have the most impact. This includes:
- Establishing mutually beneficial partnerships that support
community-based organizations;
- Building meaningful opportunities for patient and consumer
engagement; and
- Identifying opportunities to improve social need referral
processes and the partnerships that make them possible.
Leading The Way in these Three Focus Areas
Health Net is actively working to establish mutually beneficial
partnerships that support community-based organizations. A key
example is the $2 million the
company awarded to 47 California independent physician
practices, which enhanced the capacity of local providers to
deliver quality care. By partnering with these practices and
community organizations, Health Net strengthens healthcare delivery
systems, ensuring underserved populations receive the care they
need. Additionally, the company's multi-million-dollar
commitment to address homelessness in Los Angeles County further underscores its
dedication to supporting organizations that tackle the broader
social determinants of health.
To build meaningful opportunities for patient and consumer
engagement, Health Net offers a variety of innovative programs that
encourage active participation in health management. One such
initiative is their provision of no-cost mental telehealth
services for eligible California schoolchildren, a program designed
to engage young individuals with licensed medical professionals for
on-demand care, whether at school or at home. By bringing care
directly to vulnerable populations, Health Net empowers consumers
to be involved in their health from an early age. Furthermore,
their free online caregiver support program exemplifies
efforts to provide caregivers with resources and guidance, ensuring
they can play an informed role in managing their loved ones' care.
These programs are critical for fostering deeper patient engagement
and promoting overall wellness.
Equally important, Health Net continually works to identify
opportunities to improve social need referral processes and
build local partnerships to make them possible. For example,
Health Net's collaboration with California's Black Birth Justice Coalition to
reduce infant mortality rates with a culturally centered
approach illustrates the company's commitment to addressing social
needs, particularly in marginalized communities. By strengthening
partnerships between healthcare providers and social service
organizations, Health Net streamlines referral processes, ensuring
patients can access essential non-medical resources. This holistic
approach to healthcare not only improves patient outcomes but also
promotes health equity by addressing the underlying social issues
that impact well-being.
About Health Net
Founded in California more than 45
years ago, Health Net, a company of Centene Corporation, believes
that every person deserves a safety net for their health,
regardless of age, income, employment status or current state of
health. Today, we provide health plans for individuals, families,
businesses of every size and people who qualify for Medi-Cal or
Medicare. With more than 90,000 of our network providers, Health
Net serves more than three million members across the state. We
also offer access to substance abuse programs, behavioral health
services, employee assistance programs and managed healthcare
products related to prescription drugs. We make these health plans
and services available through Health Net, LLC and its
subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance
Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc. These entities are
wholly owned subsidiaries of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), a
leading healthcare enterprise committed to transforming the health
of the communities we serve, one person at a time. Health Net and
Centene employ more than 5,700 people in California who work at one of five regional
Talent Hub offices. For more information, visit
www.HealthNet.com.
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