Transforming the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time.
Wellcare & Centene
Wellcare, Centene Corporation’s Medicare business, is a trusted healthcare organization that has been helping people live healthier lives for over 20 years. Wellcare offers a range of medical and social support services, including Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (PDP), which offer affordable benefits and services beyond Original Medicare. Our work is especially focused on supporting low-income seniors, allowing us to build strong community networks and a broad national presence. Today, more than 8.9 million members* across all 50 states rely on Wellcare for access to quality, affordable, and culturally responsive care through our Medicare programs.
*As of 9/30/2025
About Centene
Centene Corporation is the nation’s largest Medicaid managed care company focused on underserved populations. The company offers affordable, quality-focused products to more than 1 in 15 individuals across the nation, including Medicaid and Medicare members (including Medicare Prescription Drug Plans) as well as individuals and families served by the Health Insurance Marketplace. By working hand-in-hand with providers, policymakers, and communities, Centene connects people to what matters most – not just healthcare, but essentials like food, housing, utilities, and transportation – to drive meaningful health outcomes.
Sarah M. London, Chief Executive Officer of Centene Corporation
Sarah London has spent her career at the intersection of data, technology, and healthcare transformation, bringing her expertise to a range of organizations from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Before joining Centene in 2020 and becoming the youngest female CEO of a Fortune 500 company in 2022, she held roles at Optum (a division of UnitedHealth Group); Humedica; Accretive Health (now R1 RCM); and Health Leads, where she first developed her passion for using data to improve health outcomes for underserved communities. Sarah graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College and holds a Master of Business Administration with High Honors from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Careers at Centene
A collaborative, inclusive, and engaging work environment is a cornerstone of Centene’s culture. We believe that work flexibility empowers our employees to do their best work. We hire people who have diverse skills, passion, and vision; those who want to make a difference in their career journey every day. As a certified Great Place to Work®, there are many reasons to love working at Centene, including the benefits (vacation, a (401)k matching program, health insurance, and more), the mission, and the people. Check out job opportunities at Centene.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Centene Corporation?
Centene Corporation is a leader in government-sponsored healthcare with extensive expertise in lower-income and medically complex populations, providing care to more than 1 in 15 Americans with a uniquely local approach. Our employees live in the communities we serve and often have personal experiences that reflect those of our members, which drives our ability to provide local, personalized care backed by the scale of Centene’s enterprise, data, and resources.
Who is the parent company for Wellcare?
Wellcare is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise committed to transforming the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time. Centene acquired Wellcare in January 2020.
Who is the CEO of Centene?
On March 22, 2022, Centene Corporation appointed Sarah M. London as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Prior to her appointment as CEO, she served as Vice Chairman of the Centene Board of Directors.
When was Centene Corporation founded?
Centene was founded in 1984 as a nonprofit Medicaid plan by a former hospital bookkeeper, Elizabeth “Betty” Brinn. Founded as Family Hospital Physician Associates, the company was renamed Centene Corporation in 1997, and its corporate office was established in St. Louis, Missouri.
Who is on the Centene Board of Directors?
The Centene Board of Directors represents a range of experiences in areas that are relevant to the company’s business activities. We believe our directors should understand the wide range of populations we serve and possess the highest personal and professional ethics, integrity, and values, and be committed to representing the interests of our stakeholders. Fred Eppinger is the Chairman of Board. Read more about who is on the Board of Directors at centene.com
Is Centene in all 50 states?
Centene offers affordable, quality-focused products to more than 1 in 15 individuals across all 50 states, including Medicaid and Medicare members (including Medicare Prescription Drug Plans) as well as individuals and families served by the Health Insurance Marketplace. Availability varies by state.
What are Centene’s subsidiaries?
Centene provides a full spectrum of managed healthcare products primarily through our health plans offering Medicaid, Medicare, and Health Insurance Marketplace products. Learn more about Centene subsidiaries.
Washington residents: “Wellcare” is issued by WellCare Health Insurance Company of Washington, Inc., a subsidiary of Centene Corporation.
