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20-159 Centene Corporation and WellCare Are Now One Company

Health Net·CA·Provider News
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Centene Corporation has completed its acquisition of WellCare Health Plans, with WellCare and Health Net combining operations in California. Currently no operational changes are required - providers should continue treating members under existing contracts with current member ID cards remaining valid.

Action Required

Action needed
No immediate action required. Continue current billing and treatment processes for WellCare and Health Net members. Monitor future communications from the health plans for any operational changes that may be announced in advance.

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