Medica Foundation Makes $100,000 in Grants to Aid Vaccination Outreach Efforts
for Underserved Communities
May 14, 2021
The Medica Foundation recently approved $100,000 in COVID-19 crisis relief grants to support efforts in Minnesota to achieve target vaccination rates that will end the pandemic.
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Mental Health Telehealth Visits Rapidly Increase During the Pandemic
May 10, 2021
Medica members accessing mental health care through telehealth technology has increased by 2,515 percent since the pandemic began in March 2020.
Read May 10 press release
Study Shows Medica's Unique Provider Relationships Have Lower Costs, Better Outcomes than Open Access Plans
May 3, 2021
Members in an accountable care organization (ACO) plan experience better health at a lower cost than expected and, when compared to open access plans, better quality of care.
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Genevive, Medica expand availability of innovative Medicare Advantage Institutional Needs Plan for residents of senior care facilities
April 6, 2021
Medica and Genevive have expanded Medica Advantage Solution® PartnerCare (HMO I-SNP), an Institutional Special Needs plan, introduced last year.
Read April 6 press release
Medica Extends Support for Nebraska Members Impacted by COVID-19
December 22, 2020
Medica announced today that it is extending cost-sharing waivers for in-network COVID-19 hospitalization on fully insured group, individual and Medicare health plans through March 31, 2021.
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Medica Names David H. Ellenbogen Senior Vice President, Secretary and General Counsel
December 15, 2020
Medica today announced the hire of David H. Ellenbogen as Senior Vice President, Secretary and General Counsel. His first day at Medica was Dec.14, 2020.
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Medica Adds Grand Island Regional Medical Center to Network
November 3, 2020
Medica today announced it is adding Grand Island Regional Medical Center to its open access provider network.
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New Individual Market Plan, Bold by M Health Fairview and MedicaSM, Introduced in Twin Cities Metro Area
October 27, 2020
Medica today announced a new health plan option for individuals and families in six counties in the Twin Cities metro area.
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With $25 Cap on Insulin Prescriptions, Medica Introduces Group Health Coverage to Nebraska
October 20, 2020
Medica is expanding its health coverage offerings to support employers throughout the state of Nebraska and three border counties in Iowa.
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Medica Names Gaye Adams Massey to Board of Directors
October 20, 2020
Medica today announced that Gaye Adams Massey has been elected to its Board of Directors. Her Board tenure begins immediately.
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New Medica Individual Market Plan, featuring MU Health Care, Introduced in Central Missouri
Medica today announced a new health plan option for individuals and families in central Missouri. This new Medica health plan that features University of Missouri Health Care providers is the result of a relationship between Medica and MU Health Care.
Read October 6 press release
New Individual Market Plan, Empower by MedicaSM, Introduced in Johnson County Featuring University of Iowa Health Care
Medica today announced a new health plan option for individuals and families in Johnson County. The plan, Empower by MedicaSM, is the result of a collaboration between Medica and the University of Iowa Health Care.
Read October 6 press release
New Individual Market Plan, Balance by MedicaSM, Introduced in Springfield Area, Southwestern Missouri
Medica today announced a new health plan option for individuals and families in the Springfield area and southwestern Missouri. The plan, Balance by MedicaSM delivered by Mercy, is the result of a relationship between Medica and Mercy.
Read October 6 press release
New Individual Market Plan, Balance by MedicaSM, Introduced in Oklahoma City, Surrounding Areas
Medica today announced a new health plan option for individuals and families in the Oklahoma City area. The plan, Balance by MedicaSM delivered by Mercy, is the result of a relationship between Medica and Mercy.
Read October 6 press release
New Individual Market Plan, Balance by MedicaSM, Introduced in Joplin Area, Southwestern Missouri
Medica today announced a new health plan option for individuals and families in the Springfield area and southwestern Missouri. The plan, Balance by MedicaSM delivered by Mercy, is the result of a relationship between Medica and Mercy.
Read October 6 press release
Alex Tittle Joins Medica as Senior Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
October 1, 2020
Medica today announced that Alex Tittle has joined the organization as Senior Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Read October 1 press release
Medica Brings Jobs to the Midway Area
Expanded local employment opportunities support Medica’s commitment to helping people reach their full potential
September 10, 2020
Medica today announced the opening of a new office in the Midway area of St. Paul, to bring jobs, training and economic opportunities to this community beginning in early 2021.
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Medica Hires Four to Support Growth in Nebraska
August 10, 2020
Medica, a health insurer with a regional office in Omaha, has deepened its relationships with the community and is proud to announce the addition of four talented individuals to support its members in the individual, Medicare and group coverage markets across the state.
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Medica Names Dan Abdul Chief Technology Officer
July 15, 2020
Medica today announced that Dan Abdul has joined the organization as Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. His first day was July 6, 2020.
Read July 15 press release
Medica Responds to Twin Cities Social Unrest, Racial Inequities with Employee Efforts, Grants and Loan Funding
July 8, 2020
Medica has launched several initiatives to support communities directly impacted by long-standing racial inequities and social unrest in the Twin Cities over the past few weeks. The efforts include actions by employees, $750,000 in grantmaking and providing $1 million in funding for low-interest loans.
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Top Areas of Concern for High Risk Populations During Coronavirus Crisis Identified through Medica Outreach Program
June 11, 2020
Findings show that the biggest areas of need among people at highest risk for complications from the coronavirus include community and mental health resources to address increased anxiety, medication issues and food concerns.
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Medica Special Needs BasicCare Health Plan Now in Morrison, Todd and Wadena Counties
June 1, 2020
Eligible adults in Morrison, Todd and Wadena counties can now enroll in Medica's Special Needs BasicCare Plan (SNBC) for coverage that starts June 1, 2020.
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Medica Supports Local Nebraska Communities In This Time of Need
May 26, 2020
Medica, a non-profit health insurer, today announced an innovative program designed to support local residents and economies throughout Nebraska by depositing millions of dollars into local community banks.
Read May 26 press release
As COVID-19 Response Shifts, Medica Extends Commitment to Members, Community Partners and Long-Term Care Partners
May 22, 2020
States will ease restrictions to allow more businesses and services to open beginning June 1 and Medica is responding with increased efforts to ensure the safety and wellbeing of its members and partners.
Read May 22 press release
Contact Tracing, Outreach to High Risk Populations Gives Medica Employees the Opportunity to Demonstrate Their Community Commitments
May 20, 2020
Medica employees are helping to reduce the impact of COVID-19 by working with the Minnesota Department of Health as COVID-19 contact tracers.
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Medica Donates $10,000 to Ascension St. John Associate Hardship Program
April 30, 2020
Although the Ascension St. John Tulsa Street Party for 2020 has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, Medica has detoured its sponsorship funds for the event to the Ascension COVID-19 Associate Hardship Program.
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Medica Donates $200,000 to Nebraska Non-Profits to Meet Emergency Needs from the Coronavirus
April 29, 2020
Medica today announced it would allocate $200,000 in emergency donations among nine Nebraska non-profit organizations and community health centers that play important roles in addressing needs of the most vulnerable people in communities statewide, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Medica Donates $1 Million to Minnesota Non-Profits to Meet Emergency Needs from the Coronavirus
March 25, 2020
Medica today announced it would allocate $1 million in emergency donations among 18 Minnesota non-profit organizations that play important roles in addressing health needs of the most vulnerable people in communities statewide, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read March 25 press release
Medica Waives All Cost Sharing for COVID-19 Testing
March 09, 2020
Medica will waive co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles related to COVID-19 testing for all fully insured group, individual and Medicare members. This change applies to all members throughout the Medica service area and is effective immediately.
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Medica Offers New Ways to Support Pregnant Women
February 11, 2020
A new suite of mobile apps will help Medica support women from pregnancy to parenthood.
Read February 11 press release
Medica Supports Local Communities through Innovative Program
Medica, a non-profit health insurer, today announced an innovative program designed to support local economies throughout Minnesota by depositing millions of dollars into local community banks.
Read January 22 press release
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