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CENTENE SUBSIDIARY BUCKEYE HEALTH PLAN AWARDED CONTRACT TO SERVE DUAL ELIGIBILE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID MEMBERS IN OHIO

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Centene (NYSE: CNC) announced that its subsidiary, Buckeye Health Plan, has been selected by the Ohio Department of Medicaid to continue providing Medicare and Medicaid services through a Fully Integrated Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (FIDE SNP). The program will transition to Next Generation MyCare plans in January 2026, covering 29 counties initially with planned statewide expansion by 2027. Buckeye, one of four selected health plans, currently serves over 9,000 members across 12 counties. The new contract focuses on addressing healthcare barriers and social drivers of health. Additionally, Centene's Meridian Health Plan was selected for a similar program in Michigan.

Centene (NYSE: CNC) ha annunciato che la sua controllata, Buckeye Health Plan, è stata scelta dal Dipartimento della Salute del Ohio per continuare a fornire servizi Medicare e Medicaid attraverso un Piano Speciale per Bisogni Duali Completi (FIDE SNP). Il programma passerà ai piani MyCare di Nuova Generazione a gennaio 2026, coprendo inizialmente 29 contee con un'espansione programmata a livello statale entro il 2027. Buckeye, uno dei quattro piani sanitari selezionati, attualmente serve oltre 9.000 membri in 12 contee. Il nuovo contratto si concentra sull'affrontare le barriere sanitarie e i fattori sociali che influenzano la salute. Inoltre, il Piano Sanitario Meridian di Centene è stato selezionato per un programma simile in Michigan.

Centene (NYSE: CNC) anunció que su subsidiaria, Buckeye Health Plan, ha sido seleccionada por el Departamento de Medicaid de Ohio para continuar brindando servicios de Medicare y Medicaid a través de un Plan Especial de Necesidades Duales Totalmente Integrado (FIDE SNP). El programa hará la transición a los planes MyCare de Nueva Generación en enero de 2026, cubriendo inicialmente 29 condados con una expansión planificada a nivel estatal para 2027. Buckeye, uno de los cuatro planes de salud seleccionados, actualmente atiende a más de 9,000 miembros en 12 condados. El nuevo contrato se centra en abordar las barreras de atención médica y los factores sociales que afectan la salud. Además, el Plan de Salud Meridian de Centene fue seleccionado para un programa similar en Michigan.

Centene (NYSE: CNC)는 자회사인 Buckeye Health Plan이 오하이오 Medicaid 부서에 의해 메디케어 및 메디케이드 서비스를 계속 제공하도록 선정되었음을 발표했습니다. 이 프로그램은 2026년 1월에 차세대 MyCare 계획으로 전환되며, 처음에는 29개 카운티를 포함하고 2027년까지 주 전체로의 확장을 계획하고 있습니다. Buckeye는 선택된 네 개의 건강 계획 중 하나로, 현재 12개 카운티에서 9,000명 이상의 회원을 보유하고 있습니다. 새로운 계약은 의료 장벽과 건강의 사회적 요인을 해결하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 또한, Centene의 Meridian Health Plan도 미시간에서 유사한 프로그램을 위해 선정되었습니다.

Centene (NYSE: CNC) a annoncé que sa filiale, Buckeye Health Plan, a été choisie par le Département Medicaid de l'Ohio pour continuer à fournir des services Medicare et Medicaid via un Plan Spécial pour les Besoins Duales Complètement Intégré (FIDE SNP). Le programme sera transféré vers les plans MyCare de Nouvelle Génération en janvier 2026, couvrant initialement 29 comtés avec une expansion prévue à l'échelle de l'État d'ici 2027. Buckeye, l'un des quatre plans de santé sélectionnés, dessert actuellement plus de 9 000 membres dans 12 comtés. Le nouveau contrat se concentre sur la levée des barrières à l'accès aux soins et sur les déterminants sociaux de la santé. De plus, le Plan de Santé Meridian de Centene a été choisi pour un programme similaire dans le Michigan.

Centene (NYSE: CNC) gab bekannt, dass ihre Tochtergesellschaft Buckeye Health Plan vom Ohio Department of Medicaid ausgewählt wurde, um weiterhin Medicare- und Medicaid-Dienste über einen vollständig integrierten Dual-Eligible-Sonderbedarfsplan (FIDE SNP) anzubieten. Das Programm wird im Januar 2026 auf die Next Generation MyCare-Pläne umgestellt, zunächst mit 29 Landkreisen und einer landesweiten Expansion bis 2027. Buckeye, einer von vier ausgewählten Gesundheitsplänen, bedient derzeit über 9.000 Mitglieder in 12 Landkreisen. Der neue Vertrag konzentriert sich auf die Überwindung von Gesundheitsbarrieren und sozialen Determinanten der Gesundheit. Darüber hinaus wurde Centenes Meridian Health Plan für ein ähnliches Programm in Michigan ausgewählt.

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  • Secured contract renewal for Medicare-Medicaid dual eligible services in Ohio
  • Potential for statewide expansion in 2027, increasing market reach
  • Currently serves 9,000+ members across 12 counties
  • Won additional contract in Michigan for similar services
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  • Implementation delayed until January 2026
  • Faces competition from three other selected health plans

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This contract win represents a significant strategic development for Centene's Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligible business. The FIDE SNP program in Ohio, serving over 9,000 members across 12 counties, has potential for statewide expansion by 2027. The fully integrated care model streamlines healthcare delivery and typically results in better cost management and improved patient outcomes.

The dual-eligible market is particularly valuable, as these beneficiaries often have complex healthcare needs and higher utilization rates, translating to larger revenue potential per member. The contract renewal and expansion opportunity strengthens Centene's position in Ohio's managed care landscape and aligns with the industry trend toward integrated care models. The additional contract win in Michigan further validates Centene's expertise in managing dual-eligible populations.

The dual-eligible market represents a strategic growth opportunity in managed care. These members typically generate 2-3 times higher revenue compared to traditional Medicaid members due to their complex healthcare needs. The contract secures Centene's position in a competitive market where only four health plans were selected. The statewide expansion potential could significantly increase membership beyond the current 9,000 members, providing substantial revenue growth opportunities. The concurrent Michigan contract win demonstrates Centene's strong competitive positioning in the dual-eligible space and ability to win contracts across multiple states.

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping people live healthier lives, announced today that its subsidiary, Buckeye Health Plan (Buckeye), has been selected by the Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) to continue providing Medicare and Medicaid services for dually eligible individuals through a Fully Integrated Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (FIDE SNP). FIDE SNPs fully integrate care for dually eligible beneficiaries under a single managed care organization, allowing enrollees to receive all of their medical, behavioral and long-term services and supports through one plan.

MyCare Ohio members will not have any change at this time. Current MyCare Ohio providers will continue to serve MyCare Ohio members as they do today until the transition to the Next Generation MyCare plans in January 2026. At that time, the selected plans will be responsible for supporting Ohioans who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid healthcare coverage in the 29 counties where MyCare Ohio is currently available. Statewide expansion of the program will follow as quickly as possible.

"We are proud to be working with ODM to connect Ohio communities with the personal, specialized care they need and deserve," said Centene Chief Executive Officer, Sarah M. London. "With our FIDE SNP program, we will continue to make sure our members get everything they need – under one plan – so they can focus on their health."

Buckeye is among four health plans selected by ODM to deliver high-quality healthcare to Medicare-Medicaid eligible members through the state's new FIDE SNP product. Buckeye's current MMP program serves more than 9,000 members across 12 counties. With the FIDE SNP product offered through the Next Generation MyCare Ohio Program, Buckeye has the potential to expand its reach statewide when the program expands in 2027. Under the new contract, Buckeye will deploy innovative initiatives to meet members' unique needs, addressing barriers to healthcare and critical social drivers of health, and improving care to promote independence.  

"As your guide to better health, Buckeye is honored to continue to serve dually eligible Ohioans," said Buckeye Health Plan President and CEO, Steve Province. "After serving this dual-eligible population for over a decade, Buckeye understands the importance of providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of Ohioans with complex healthcare challenges and advocating for support to help them thrive. We look forward to continuing our partnerships with members, providers, caregivers and the State of Ohio under the new contract."

For more information about Buckeye's current MyCare Ohio product, visit mmp.buckeyehealthplan.com.

Meridian Health Plan of Michigan, Inc., a Centene Corporation company, was also recently selected by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to provide highly integrated Medicare and Medicaid services for dually eligible Michiganders through a Highly Integrated Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan.

About Centene Corporation 

Centene Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading healthcare enterprise that is committed to helping people live healthier lives. The Company takes a local approach – with local brands and local teams – to provide fully integrated, high-quality and cost-effective services to government-sponsored and commercial healthcare programs, focusing on under-insured and uninsured individuals. Centene offers affordable and high-quality products to more than 1 in 15 individuals across the nation, including Medicaid and Medicare members (including Medicare Prescription Drug Plans) as well as individuals and families served by the Health Insurance Marketplace and the TRICARE program. 

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About Buckeye Health Plan

Buckeye Health Plan offers managed healthcare for Ohioans on Medicaid, Medicare, integrated Medicaid-Medicare (called MyCare Ohio) and the Health Insurance Exchange. Since 2004, Buckeye has been dedicated to improving the health of Ohioans, many with low incomes, by providing coordinated healthcare and other essential support that individuals and families need to grow and thrive. Buckeye Health Plan is a Centene Corporation company. Follow Buckeye on Twitter @Buckeye_Health and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/BuckeyeHealthPlan.

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FAQ

When will Centene (CNC) begin its Next Generation MyCare program in Ohio?

Centene's Next Generation MyCare program in Ohio will begin in January 2026.

How many members does Centene's (CNC) Buckeye Health Plan currently serve in Ohio?

Buckeye Health Plan currently serves more than 9,000 members across 12 counties in Ohio.

When will Centene (CNC) expand its Ohio FIDE SNP program statewide?

Centene plans to expand its Ohio FIDE SNP program statewide in 2027.

How many health plans were selected for Ohio's FIDE SNP program alongside Centene (CNC)?

Buckeye Health Plan is one of four health plans selected by the Ohio Department of Medicaid for the FIDE SNP program.

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