Verda Healthcare, Inc. is proud to announce a new partnership with AstranaCare Partners of Arizona and AstranaCare Partners of Texas. AstranaCare, through a large network of Independent Physician Associations (IPAs), enables providers to deliver high-quality care, efficiently with supportive local resources and technology tools that allow providers to focus more on patient care rather than administrative tasks. Astrana Health, the parent company, has over 20,000 in-network providers and manages over 1.6 million lives. This alliance extends to Arizona and Texas, signifying a significant step forward in advancing the quality and accessibility of healthcare in underserved communities across the country.
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Verda Healthcare, Inc. is a Medicare Advantage (MA) Plan focusing on Pan-Asian, Hispanic, and Arab Americans living in deprived counties throughout the United States. Verda offers two plans, Verda Noble Care, an MA plan with Open Enrollment from October 15 through December 7, and Verda Noble Chronic Care, a Chronic Condition Special Needs Plan, (C-SNP) plan available year-round.
Frank Vo, President and CEO of Verda Healthcare, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration stating, "We’re thrilled to partner with AstranaCare Partners and especially excited to leverage Astrana’s proven experience in delivering exceptional care, with particular expertise in serving Pan-Asian and Hispanic communities. Together, we’ll be able to offer our members across Greater Houston, Texas, and Phoenix, Arizona, more culturally responsive care options.”
Jaime Melkonoff, Senior Vice President Business Development and President of AstranaCare Texas, shared her excitement about the recent partnership when she said, “Astrana’s growth in Arizona and Texas through payer partnership like the one with Verda gives our networks the ability to support additional members through these culturally focused plans. We are excited to support Verda’s vision to serve more members in a way that meets their needs beyond just medical services.”
About Verda Healthcare, Inc.
Verda Healthcare, Inc. was established in 2024 as a pioneering Medicare Advantage plan committed to innovation and patient-focused solutions. Verda aims to transform the healthcare experience for underrepresented individuals and families in diverse, ethnic communities. The firm strives for excellence and inclusivity.
About Astrana Health, Inc.
Astrana Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTH) is a physician-centric, technology-powered, risk-bearing healthcare company. Leveraging our proprietary end-to-end technology solutions, Astrana Health operates an integrated healthcare delivery platform that enables providers to successfully participate in value-based care arrangements. Astrana’s goal is to empower entrepreneurial providers with the tools to deliver a higher level of care to our underserved patients in a cost-effective way, which we have done successfully for 35+ years.
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Expanding access to high-quality, culturally responsive healthcare for underserved Medicare Advantage communities in Texas and Arizona.
Contacts
Dorothy Chan, Plan President
Verda Healthcare, Inc.
(657) 286-4323 x3889
dorothyc@verdahealthcare.com
