- Secured $3.5 million grant funding for clinical staff expansion at MLK Community Medical Group.
- Adding six new healthcare providers to increase service capacity in Los Angeles.
- Part of Health Net's broader $9 million investment to enhance California's healthcare workforce.
Health Net, a significant Medi-Cal managed care health plan under Centene Corporation (CNC, Financial), has announced a $3.5 million grant awarded to MLK Community Medical Group. This funding aims to expand essential healthcare services in Los Angeles by employing six key clinical professionals, including two primary care physicians, one obstetrician-gynecologist (OB/GYN), one bilingual psychologist, and two certified nurse midwives. This initiative is expected to bolster healthcare access through 2027 by addressing the growing demand for services amidst a clinical staff shortage.
This development is part of Health Net's extensive commitment to workforce development, marked by a recent $9 million investment into California's physician pipeline. The initiative underscores Health Net's dedication to expanding access to healthcare and fortifying service delivery frameworks within high-need regions. Centene Corporation (CNC, Financial) continues to play a pivotal role in transforming local healthcare delivery, ensuring comprehensive access to necessary medical services for all individuals, particularly those in Los Angeles.
The strategic expansion seeks to guarantee timely healthcare access by fortifying the clinician workforce, thus bridging gaps and meeting the needs of the community effectively. Health Net's regional leadership emphasizes the crucial role of clinicians in maintaining accessible healthcare systems and fostering healthier communities. For more details about Health Net's local commitments and initiatives, visit their website.
