Central Health Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Central Health

• Mission of the Company: By caring for those who need us most, Central Health improves the health of our community.

• Year Founded: 2004

• Founders: Founded by Travis County voters

• Key People:

• Dr. Patrick Lee, President & CEO

• Perla Cavazos, Deputy Administrator

• Jonathan Morgan, Chief Operating Officer

• Ted Burton, Chief Communications Officer

• John F. Clark, Chief Information Officer

• Monica Crowley, VP, Chief Strategy and Planning Officer & Sr. Counsel

• Jeff Knodel, VP & CFO

• Stephanie McDonald, VP of Enterprise Alignment and Coordination

• Alan Schalscha, MD, Chief Medical Officer

• Jeannie Virden, Enterprise Chief Human Resources Officer

• Kim Heinonen, Chief Transformation Officer

• Headquarters: 1111 East Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78702

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: FY 2025 approved budget is $888,746,701

• Notable Achievements: Central Health is known for building a comprehensive, high-functioning healthcare system for Travis County residents with low income.

Products

• Services Offered:

• Medical Access Program (MAP): Provides health coverage for uninsured Travis County residents.

• CommUnityCare Health Centers: Network of primary care clinics serving Travis County residents with low income.

• Sendero Health Plans: Markets insurance plans and provides comprehensive coverage through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.

Key Features:

• MAP: Covers primary care, prescriptions, specialty care, and hospital care.

• CommUnityCare Health Centers: Provides primary and preventative care regardless of patient's ability to pay.

• Sendero Health Plans: Offers Premium Assistance Programs for medically complex cases.

Recent Developments

• Service Expansion (2023): Central Health developed new primary care locations in underserved areas and expanded its network of specialty care providers.

• Healthcare Equity Plan: Adopted in February 2022, targeting investments of nearly $700 million over seven years to close healthcare system gaps.

• New Collaborations:

• Launched initiatives to tackle food access challenges in partnership with community organizations.

• Established new clinic locations and services marking Central Health's 20th year.

• Capital Improvements:

• Openings like Hornsby Bend Health and Wellness Center in October 2023 and Chalmers clinic

• Community Engagement: Hosted a community conversation event in July 2023 which saw record attendance.

• Patient Care Developments:

• Medical respite program expanded to 25 beds with over 280 referrals by end of FY 2023.

Overall, Central Health continues its mission to improve healthcare systems for low-income residents in Travis County, by increasing access, expanding partnerships, and enhancing care delivery infrastructure.

Note: Information not available has been marked as "No information is available".