Vital Signs with Jacob Effron and Nikhil Krishnan Ep 37: Centene Corporation CEO Sarah London on Centene’s Strategy and Innovating in Medicaid
Jan 30, 2024
Sarah London, CEO of Centene Corporation, discusses Medicaid partnerships and redeterminations, SDoH innovation and outcomes, and payers vertically expanding their ownership. They also explore the potential of Gen AI in healthcare and the evolving landscape of individual health insurance.
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Local Pilots Enable Startup Success
- Start small with pilot programs to build long-term relationships with startups.
- Local health plans empower scaled pilots tailored to specific geographies for success.
SDoH Innovations Drive Outcomes
- Social determinants of health (SDoH) affect all lines of business, not just Medicaid.
- Innovation in food access, housing, and transportation creates better health outcomes and savings.
Complexity in SDoH Outcomes
- SDoH interventions yield varying outcomes across subgroups, requiring precise targeting.
- Early data shows states may overspend in silos, highlighting the need for integrated spending.