Centene Corporation

Centene Corporation is a leading American for-profit healthcare enterprise specializing in managed care services, primarily serving government-sponsored programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. Headquartered in the Greater St. Louis area, it acts as an intermediary for both government-subsidized and privately insured healthcare, delivering affordable, high-quality coverage to nearly 28 million members across all 50 states—one in every 15 individuals nationwide. Founded in 1984 as a nonprofit Medicaid plan in Wisconsin by Elizabeth Brinn, the company evolved through strategic acquisitions, going public in 2001 and expanding under leaders like Michael Neidorff and current CEO Sarah London since 2022. Its core segments include Medicaid with local plans like Arizona Complete Health and Sunshine Health, commercial products for employer groups and individuals, and specialty services in behavioral health and pharmacy benefits. Ranked among the Fortune 500's top companies by revenue, Centene emphasizes a localized approach with culturally sensitive care, data-driven management, and innovation to address underserved populations, enhancing health equity and community wellness.