Achieves Four URAC Accreditations in Health
Network, Utilization, Disease, and Case Management
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CORDOVA, Calif., Jan. 2, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Health Net Federal Services, LLC (HNFS), a
Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) subsidiary, announced its
renewed Utilization Review Accreditation Commission
(URAC) accreditations in Health Network, Health Utilization
Management, Case Management, and Disease Management. This
achievement underscores HNFS's ongoing commitment to quality care,
enhanced processes, patient safety, and improved outcomes for the
U.S. military service members, retirees, and family members it
serves.
URAC is an independent accreditation organization committed to
promoting healthcare quality by setting high standards for clinical
practice, consumer protections, performance measurement, operations
infrastructure, and risk management.
Kathleen Redd, President, and CEO
of Health Net Federal Services, said, "Upholding these
accreditations reflects our dedication to delivering exceptional
healthcare solutions. We are proud of our longstanding commitment
to excellence, and we remain focused on advancing our capabilities
to provide the best possible support and outcomes for those who
serve our nation."
Organizations awarded URAC's in Health Network, Utilization,
Disease, and Case Management accreditation demonstrate excellence
in network management, high-quality performance, chronic
disease management, patient engagement, and care coordination. HNFS
has held URAC's Health Network, Health Utilization, and Case
Management accreditations since 2005 and URAC's Disease Management
accreditation since 2011, demonstrating a continuous commitment to
excellence.
"Health care professionals know that health network management,
utilization management, case management, and disease management are
important components to ensuring that patients receive the most
appropriate care for their needs. Achieving URAC accreditation and
earning our gold star demonstrates excellence in maximizing patient
experience and plan performance across the care continuum. We are
proud to recognize Health Net Federal Services for their commitment
to excellence," said URAC's President and CEO Shawn Griffin, MD.
About Federal Health Net Services
For more than three decades, Health Net Federal Services (HNFS)
has partnered with the Department of Defense to provide health care
services to those who serve and their family members. HNFS
currently assists nearly 2.8 million beneficiaries in the TRICARE
West Region, including active duty and retired service members,
National Guard and Reserve, and family members. One of the first
companies in the U.S. to develop comprehensive managed care
programs for the military and their families, HNFS is continuing to
advance the future of health care and improving military readiness
by creating better health outcomes, providing better care, and
lowering cost. HNFS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene
Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping
people live healthier lives.
About URAC
Founded in 1990 as a non-profit organization, URAC is the
independent leader in promoting health care quality and patient
safety through renowned accreditation programs. URAC develops its
evidence-based standards in collaboration with a wide array of
stakeholders and industry experts. The company's portfolio of
accreditation and certification programs span the health care
industry, addressing health care management and operations,
pharmacies, telehealth, health plans, medical practices and more.
URAC accreditation is a symbol of excellence for organizations to
showcase their validated commitment to quality and
accountability.
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