NeueHealth Acquires Full Ownership of Centrum Health

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NeueHealth (NYSE: NEUE) has announced the acquisition of the remaining 25% equity interest in Centrum Health, making it a wholly owned subsidiary. The transaction aims to simplify NeueHealth's corporate structure and streamline operations to support its value-driven, consumer-centric care model. According to CEO Mike Mikan, this move positions NeueHealth to create a more coordinated healthcare experience. Additional details about the transaction will be disclosed in an upcoming Form 8-K filing with the SEC.

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• Complete ownership acquisition of Centrum Health subsidiary (remaining 25% stake)
• Corporate structure simplification and operational streamlining

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• None.

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Financial Analyst

The acquisition of the remaining 25% stake in Centrum Health marks a strategic consolidation move for NeueHealth. This vertical integration strengthens operational control and eliminates minority interest payments, potentially improving profit margins and operational efficiency. While financial terms aren't disclosed, this type of transaction typically aims to capture the full economic benefit of a performing asset and streamline decision-making processes.

For investors, this corporate restructuring could lead to enhanced earnings visibility and simplified financial reporting. The consolidation aligns with NeueHealth's strategy to build a more integrated healthcare delivery model, which could create value through reduced administrative overhead and improved care coordination. However, the undisclosed transaction value and terms make it challenging to quantify the immediate financial impact.

DORAL, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NeueHealth, Inc. (“NeueHealth” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NEUE), the value-driven healthcare company, today announced that Centrum Health, one of the Company’s value-driven clinic brands, became a wholly owned subsidiary through the Company’s acquisition of the remaining 25% equity interest of the business that it did not already own. This action simplifies NeueHealth’s corporate structure, streamlining operations to support its ongoing focus on advancing its value-driven, consumer-centric care model.

“We are pleased to announce this transaction as it further positions NeueHealth to take the lead in creating a more coordinated, seamless healthcare experience for all consumers,” said Mike Mikan, President and CEO of NeueHealth. “We look forward to continuing to drive value in healthcare for all as we look to build on our success in 2025 and beyond.”

More information regarding the key terms will be included in a Form 8-K to be filed by NeueHealth with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

About NeueHealth

NeueHealth is a value-driven healthcare company grounded in the belief that all health consumers are entitled to high-quality, coordinated care. By uniquely aligning the interests of health consumers, providers, and payors, NeueHealth helps to make healthcare accessible and affordable to all populations across the ACA Marketplace, Medicare, and Medicaid. NeueHealth delivers high-quality clinical care to over 500,000 health consumers through owned clinics and unique partnerships with over 3,000 affiliated providers. We also enable independent providers and medical groups to thrive in performance-based arrangements through a suite of technology and services scaled centrally and deployed locally. We believe our value-driven, consumer-centric care model can transform the healthcare experience and maximize value across the healthcare system. For more information, visit: www.neuehealth.com.

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FAQ

What percentage of Centrum Health did NeueHealth acquire in 2024?

NeueHealth acquired the remaining 25% equity interest in Centrum Health, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.

Why did NeueHealth (NEUE) acquire full ownership of Centrum Health?

The acquisition aims to simplify NeueHealth's corporate structure and streamline operations to support its value-driven, consumer-centric care model.

Where will NeueHealth disclose the key terms of the Centrum Health acquisition?

The key terms of the acquisition will be disclosed in a Form 8-K to be filed by NeueHealth with the Securities and Exchange Commission.