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Recognizing excellence in care: Priority Health announces recipients of 2023 Quality Awards
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — October 3, 2024) Priority Health has announced the recipients of the 2023 Quality Awards, which recognizes top physician offices that improve health care outcomes for patients across Michigan.
Priority Health partners with Carrot Fertility to offer reproductive health, family-building and hormonal health support
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — September 23, 2024) Priority Health and Carrot Fertility, a leading fertility and family-building platform, have announced a new partnership for Michigan employers whose employees seek reproductive health care and support.
Priority Health expands innovative partnership with Epic to remain at forefront of simplifying patient experience
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — September 18, 2024) Priority Health is building on its investment with Epic's Payer Platform to utilize technology that is driving the future of health care.
Priority Health launches new solutions to address rising need for musculoskeletal care(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — September 12, 2024) Priority Health has launched two new solutions for Michigan employers in response to the increasing need for individuals to access quality, cost-effective care for MSK conditions.
Priority Health, HealthBar announce partnership to offer exclusive, onsite health care package for employers
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — September 5, 2024) Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan serving more than 1.3 million members, and Grand Rapids-based HealthBar have partnered to create an exclusive offering for employers seeking to provide onsite health care services for their employees and their families.
Priority Health ranked No. 1 for Medicare Advantage Plan Customer Satisfaction in Michigan
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — September 4, 2024) Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan serving more than 1.3 million members, is ranked No. 1 in overall customer satisfaction among Medicare Advantage plans in Michigan, based on the results of the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Medicare Advantage Study.
Priority Health director named a '40 Under 40' by Traverse City Business News
(TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — September 3, 2024) Lauren Harris, senior director of solutions consulting for Employer Solutions, has been selected as a "40 Under 40" honoree by Traverse City Business News.
Priority Health, Curai Health partner to offer free virtual health visits to Michigan’s uninsured population
Restoring human trafficking victims, promoting black breastfeeding and strengthening family connections
(DETROIT, Mich. – August 13, 2024) The Priority Health Total Health Foundation awarded $390,000 in grants to help strengthen Southeast Michigan families including nonprofits who promote breastfeeding, support fatherhood, fill in gaps in family services, and rescue and restore human trafficking victims.
Priority Health President Praveen Thadani receives national recognition for equity and inclusion efforts
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — August 12, 2024) Praveen Thadani, president of Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan serving more than 1.3 million members, has received national recognition for his efforts to advance equity and inclusion.
Priority Health expands access to wellness for Lansing community with second Priority Health Fitness Court®
(LANSING, Mich. – Aug. 2, 2024) The City of Lansing; Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan; and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) are pleased to announce the opening of an outdoor Priority Health Fitness Court® at Washington Park.
Priority Health Expands into Northern Indiana, Ohio through Acquisition of Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — June 19, 2024) Priority Health, a Michigan-based health plan serving more than 1.3 million members, and Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana (PHPNI) have announced plans for Priority Health to acquire PHPNI, a health plan based in Fort Wayne that currently serves more than 52,000 members in Indiana and Ohio.
Priority Health celebrates first outdoor Fitness Court® opening of 2024 in Lincoln Park community
(LINCOLN PARK, Mich. – May 22, 2024) The City of Lincoln Park, MI; Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan; and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) are pleased to announce the opening of an outdoor Priority Health Fitness Court® at 1556 Fort St.
Free vaccines, flexible hours food pantry, more dignity for older adults, all backed by $600K Priority Health Total Health Foundation grants
(DETROIT, Mich. – May 7, 2024) The Priority Health Total Health Foundation has awarded $608,000 in grants to eight nonprofits that are laser focused on improving and bettering lives for the underserved living in Detroit.
Priority Health announces new chief medical officer
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — May 6, 2024) After a nationwide search, Priority Health has named Elif Oker, MD, as senior vice president and chief medical officer. She will join Priority Health on May 20, 2024.
Priority Health's Christina Barrington sworn in as new president of national pharmacy board
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — April 18, 2024) Christina Barrington, PharmD, vice president and chief pharmacy officer at Priority Health, has been sworn in as president of the Board of Directors for the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) for 2024-2025.
Godwin Heights Public Schools receives a Priority Pups™ support dog to aid student mental health
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — April 10, 2024) Priority Health continues its mission of supporting student mental health with the placement of a Priority Pup at Godwin Heights Public Schools in Wyoming, Michigan. Meeka, a black goldendoodle facility dog, now supports the 385 students at North Godwin Elementary School.
Priority Health president Praveen Thadani meets with First Lady Jill Biden, other prominent health care leaders about cancer care
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — March 28, 2024) Praveen Thadani, president/CEO of Priority Health, met with First Lady Jill Biden and other health care executives to discuss expanded care for cancer patients.
Priority Health executive named top woman leader in health care by national outlet
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — March 11, 2024) Joyce Chan Russell, senior vice president of government markets at Priority Health, has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top Women Leaders in Health Care for 2024.
Priority Health launches PriorityBABY, a family-first program for parents, caregivers and babies
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — March 7, 2024) Priority Health has announced the launch of PriorityBABY™, a family-first program available to members with newly added newborn dependents.
Priority Health announces new vice president
(Grand Rapids, Mich.—March 06, 2024) Priority Health has named Julie Hurst as vice president of network development and contracting.
Priority Health Total Health Foundation awards grants to address early childhood care, youth hunger, digital literacy
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — February 19, 2024) The Priority Health Total Health Foundation awarded $667,500 to seven nonprofits.
Priority Health receives national recognition for diversity in the workplace
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — February 12, 2024) Priority Health is being nationally recognized for its commitment to offering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Priority Health announces new board member
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — February 2, 2024) Priority Health welcomes Joshua Hulst, co-founder and managing partner of Michigan Software Labs, as a new board member.
More than just a leader in health coverage, Priority Health impacts Michigan lives at the grassroots level
Priority Health appoints vice president of sales and distribution
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — January 22, 2024) Priority Health has appointed Steve Andrzejewski as vice president of commercial sales and distribution. He begins in this role January 22, 2024, and will be responsible for overseeing Priority Health’s accelerated new business growth strategies.
Priority Health $10,000 donation to United Way of the Lakeshore benefits children and families across three counties
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — January 9, 2024) Every act of generosity counts. The Medicare team at Priority Health partnered with United Way of the Lakeshore for its annual Giving Tuesday campaign.
Priority Health Total Health Foundation impacts lives with $375,000 in grants to nonprofits in Southeast Michigan
(DETROIT, Mich. — December 11, 2023) The Priority Health Total Health Foundation announces six recipients of its year-end grants who are actively engaging and promoting children, adolescents, older adults and those with disabilities in the Detroit area.
Welltok, Inc. data security event, no fraudulent activity detected
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — November 17, 2023) Virgin Pulse company Welltok, Inc. has notified people across the country of a national data security event caused by the MoveIT vulnerability.
Priority Health receives top ratings from State of Michigan for its Medicaid health plans
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — November 9, 2023) Priority Health has received the highest possible quality rating from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) for its Michigan Medicaid health plans. Priority Health’s Medicaid plan is the only one in the Lower Peninsula to receive four out of four apples.
Reach Out and Read Michigan uses Priority Health Total Health Foundation grant to provide books, program support to Wayne County pediatric clinics
(DETROIT, Mich. – November 6, 2023) The Priority Health Total Health Foundation awarded a $150,000 grant to Reach Out and Read Michigan, a program of its parent organization, Ready for School, a nonprofit that champions kindergarten readiness.
Health equity expert at Priority Health named a notable leader by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — October 30, 2023) Shannon Wilson, vice president of population health and health equity at Priority Health, has been named a “Notable Leader in Health Care” by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business.
Priority Health again has highest rated Michigan-based Medicare plans by federal health agency
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — October 30, 2023) Priority Health has again been recognized as a top performer through the 2024 Medicare Star Ratings released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Priority Health again receives high-level quality ratings for its health plans
(GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — October 11, 2023) Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan serving more than 1.3 million members, has again been recognized as a top performer by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for its accredited Medicaid, Medicare and commercial health plans.
Priority Health members informed of EyeMed incident, no fraudulent activity detected
(Grand Rapids, Mich. – October 2, 2023) There is an update regarding a 2020 security incident involving EyeMed who manages vision benefits on behalf of Priority Health.
Priority Health provides Michigan residents access to free mental health tool
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — September 26, 2023) To support the mental health of all Michigan residents, Priority Health is offering free access to myStrength, a digital mental health app, to Michigan residents ages 13 and up. The myStrength online tool is safe, secure and personalized and helps users recharge, refresh and improve their mood.
Quality Awards 2022: Priority Health recognizes top physician offices
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — September 13, 2023) Priority Health has announced the recipients of the 2022 Quality Awards, which recognize top physician offices that improve health care outcomes for patients across Michigan.
Priority Health receives national recognition for customer service
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — September 7, 2023) Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan serving more than 1.3 million members, is being recognized for its best-in-class customer service.
Priority Health launches Priority Pups™ signature program to support student mental health
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — September 7, 2023) To help reduce anxiety and encourage learning for students, Priority Health has developed a program with Canines for Change, called Priority Pups™. Priority Health will invest in five highly trained working facility dogs over the next several months to place in select Michigan school districts with the potential to scale the program.
Priority Health launches incentive program to encourage healthy living, lower employee costs
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — August 21, 2023) Priority Health has launched a program that lowers costs and incentivizes members who prioritize their health. It joins a group of incentive options available for large-group employers that purchase PriorityWell, a digital health and wellness solution that launched in 2022.
Total Health Care Foundation announces new name, 10 Southeast Michigan organizations awarded more than $900,000
(Detroit, Mich. — August 15, 2023) The Total Health Care Foundation is pleased to announce its new name, the Priority Health Total Health Foundation, in conjunction with the announcement of 10 new grant recipients, totaling more than $900,000.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for new Priority Health Fitness Court near Detroit, bringing free access to exercise for area residents
(Westland, Mich. — July 27, 2023) Priority Health and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) continue their commitment to provide free exercise to Michiganders through a newly opened Priority Health Fitness Court® in Westland, Michigan.
Priority Health announces new senior vice president of Employer Solutions
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — July 24, 2023) After a nationwide search, Priority Health has named Rick Abbott as senior vice president of Employer Solutions. He begins this role July 31, 2023.
Priority Health outdoor Fitness Court opens in heart of River Rouge, bringing neighbors equitable access to exercise
(River Rouge, Mich. — July 18, 2023) Thousands of River Rouge residents now have access to free exercise through a newly opened Priority Health Fitness Court® located in the heart of the city at Memorial Park.
Priority Health president named a “2023 Health Care Hero” by Crain’s Detroit Business
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — July 17, 2023) Praveen Thadani, president of Priority Health has been named a “2023 Health Care Hero” by Crain’s Detroit Business.
Priority Health's maternity management program celebrates two years of supporting moms, babies
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — July 6, 2023) On its two-year anniversary, a unique maternity management program offered by Priority Health has found success in helping expectant mothers make healthier decisions.
Total Health Care Foundation awards $150,000 grant during Rocket Mortgage Classic PGA tour supporting digital inclusion
(Detroit, Mich. — June 27, 2023) The Total Health Care Foundation awarded the Rocket Giving Fund a $150,000 grant to benefit Connect 313, a collaborative organization that improves citywide digital inclusion efforts.
Priority Health, Samaritas launch Community Care Management service
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — June 22, 2023) Priority Health has partnered with Samaritas, one of Michigan’s largest health and human services nonprofit organizations providing critical services to vulnerable populations, to launch Samaritas’ Community Care Management (CCM) service.
Grand Blanc community, Priority Health invest in health and wellness with new Priority Health Fitness Court
(Grand Blanc, Mich. — June 14, 2023) The City of Grand Blanc, Priority Health and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) are pleased to announce the opening of an outdoor Priority Health Fitness Court® at 203 E. Grand Blanc Rd.
Priority Health expands impactful diabetes management program with virtual support program
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — May 31, 2023) Priority Health has expanded its high-performing diabetes management program to support members with type 2 diabetes.
Priority Health provides mental health first aid training to professionals serving people experiencing homelessness
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — May 25, 2023) In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Priority Health sponsored Mental Health First Aid Training for up to 30 individuals from organizations in Grand Rapids that work closely with people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.
Priority Health behavioral health expert named a top leader by Crain’s Detroit Business
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — May 22, 2023) Dr. Charletta Dennis, M.D., CCHP, medical director at Priority Health, has been recognized as a “Notable Leader in Behavioral Health” by Crain’s Detroit Business.
Medicaid renewal process to begin for first time since spring 2020
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — May 12, 2023) With the passage of the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, Michigan will soon restart Medicaid eligibility renewals.
Priority Health adds second medical opinion program to commercial offerings
(Grand Rapids, Mich. — May 11, 2023) Priority Health has expanded its partnership with Accolade to offer a virtual second medical opinion program as a new standard benefit for all fully funded employer groups.
Nine Southeast Michigan organizations awarded over $1.1 million from the Total Health Care Foundation
(Detroit, Mich. — May 8, 2023) From helping to provide free student heart checks, to financial health coaching, to improving maternal and infant health, the Total Health Care Foundation has awarded nine Southeast Michigan organizations over $1.1 million in grants.
Priority Health marketing exec named a top leader by Crain's Detroit Business
(Grand Rapids, Mich. – April 24, 2023) Erin Sullivan, vice president of marketing and customer experience at Priority Health, has been recognized as a "Notable Leader in Marketing" by Crain's Detroit Business.
Priority Health confirms commitment to preventive care services for ACA members
(Grand Rapids, Mich. – April 6, 2023) Priority Health recognizes the importance of preventive health care services to help keep members healthy and health care affordable.
Priority Health receives Health Equity Accreditation from national health care organization
(Grand Rapids, Mich. – March 2, 2023) Priority Health has been awarded Health Equity Accreditation status from the National Committee for Quality Assurance, an organization that works to improve the quality of health care nationwide.
Priority Health executive elected to Detroit Metropolitan Affairs Coalition Board
(Detroit, Mich. – January 12, 2023) Carrie Kincaid, senior vice president of market development at Priority Health, has been elected as a director of the Metropolitan Affairs Coalition (MAC) in Detroit, Michigan.
Contacts
Jeremy Bakken
Director, Communications & Community
jeremy.bakken@priorityhealth.com
616.575.6183
Dottie Barnes
Manager, Corporate Communications
dottie.barnes@priorityhealth.com
Kelsey Pardue
Public relations specialist
kelsey.pardue@priorityhealth.com
616.464.4818
Beth Swantek
Public relations specialist
beth.swantek@priorityhealth.com
Leah Twilley
Public relations specialist
leah.twilley@priorityhealth.com
313.300.5704