UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas has been reselected by the State of Kansas to administer KanCare, the statewide Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program, starting January 1, 2025. This decision reinforces UnitedHealthcare's commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services to Kansas residents.

Key Points:

  1. KanCare Administration: UnitedHealthcare is one of three managed care organizations chosen to oversee KanCare.
  2. Continued Service: The company will build on its decade-long experience serving KanCare beneficiaries.
  3. Community Impact: UnitedHealthcare employs over 2,100 people in Kansas and has invested $1.5 million in community grants.
  4. Extensive Network: The company serves 570,000 Kansas residents through a network of 150 hospitals and 22,000+ care providers.
  5. Focus on Health Equity: UnitedHealthcare aims to expand care access and address social determinants of health.

Kevin Sparks, CEO of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas, stated, "We are honored to continue our work with the state to build a program that provides high-quality, equitable care."

UnitedHealthcare's Initiatives in Kansas:

  • Leveraging data for innovative healthcare solutions
  • Expanding capacity through community investments
  • Reducing health disparities across the state
  • Improving access to vital health care and community resources

About UnitedHealthcare: UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is committed to simplifying healthcare experiences and meeting consumer wellness needs. In the U.S., it offers comprehensive health benefit programs and contracts with 1.6 million+ care professionals and 8,000+ hospitals.

For more information about UnitedHealthcare's services in Kansas and nationwide, visit www.uhc.com or follow UnitedHealthcare on LinkedIn.