CareSource, a nationally renowned managed care organization, and Spark Pediatrics, the leading provider of prescribed pediatric extended centers (PPEC or Medical Daycare) in Florida and nationally, have jointly announced the launch of "ImagineCare." This initiative represents a partnership aimed at serving Florida Medicaid enrollees as a Provider Service Network (PSN). ImagineCare is a pioneering managed care organization with a specific focus on deploying a provider-driven, community-centric, and value-based care model for enrollees who have complex medical needs.

ImagineCare has expressed its intent to participate in the procurement process to serve Floridians who are part of the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care program administered by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. At the core of this partnership lies a mission to address social determinants of health (SDoH) directly, thus enhancing the lives of vulnerable Floridians. This mission is closely aligned with Hope Florida's Pathways to Prosperity program, which connects individuals to organizations capable of addressing all SDoH needs, guiding them on a personalized journey towards prosperity, economic self-sufficiency, and hope.

ImagineCare represents the union of two mission-driven organizations with a strong track record of delivering top-tier care to underserved populations. CareSource, with over 30 years of experience in Medicaid managed care, a nonprofit mission, and a well-established reputation for quality and operational excellence, is a nationally recognized managed care organization. CareSource is also committed to providing care that revolves around enrollees and fostering value-based partnerships with providers. Through its subsidiary, The Columbus Organization, CareSource has a rich history of delivering community-based services to residents of Florida.

Through ImagineCare, CareSource and Spark intend to elevate Florida's healthcare delivery model by simplifying operations for providers and adopting a more person- and family-centered approach. This approach empowers all enrollees to enhance their daily activities and overall quality of life.

Jeff Soffen, Chief Executive Officer of Spark Pediatrics, stated, "ImagineCare will clearly further our mission to transform care delivery for the most vulnerable populations in Florida. CareSource’s operational excellence and its leadership in focusing on social determinants of health will bring much-needed care and innovation for this underserved population. We envision a world where all people, regardless of their medical condition, have access to the care and support they need to thrive, and are excited to bring this partnership to life in service of that mission."

Adding to the strength of ImagineCare's healthcare delivery is the leadership of The Columbus Organization, a subsidiary of CareSource. Columbus participates in a Florida Medicaid Waiver program called Consumer Directed Care Plus, which empowers individuals to make choices about the supports and services that will meet their needs and help them achieve their goals, ultimately enhancing their quality of life.

ImagineCare will combine the capabilities and knowledge of Spark and Columbus in the Florida healthcare delivery system with CareSource's operational expertise, its history as a healthcare innovator, and its industry leadership in expanding access to quality care beyond the traditional healthcare setting.

Erhardt Preitauer, President & CEO of CareSource, emphasized the nonprofit organization's commitment to prioritizing people and communities over shareholders, saying, "With ImagineCare, we have an opportunity to be an innovative, sustainable partner to the state that will make a lasting difference in the health and well-being of Floridians while driving better quality and outcomes."

ImagineCare is dedicated to enhancing the health of Floridians by leveraging local physician expertise to inform decision-making, aligning incentives, utilizing data more effectively, and reducing friction between healthcare delivery and financing.

Larry Smart, Chief Financial Officer at CareSource, who has been a full-time Florida resident for over 30 years working in the state's managed care industry, expressed excitement about being part of this groundbreaking announcement.

 

 

Source: businesswire.com

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