Community Partnerships Leverage their active local engagement and partnerships, such as sponsorships with UMC Foundation and community events, to propose collaborative health initiatives, seat at the table for community health programs, and joint grant-funded programs that align with social impact goals.

Nonprofit Focus Target conversations around nonprofit governance, mission alignment, and potential for grant-supported programs. Emphasize cost-effective, value-driven care models that appeal to a local, charitable-focused audience and potential donors or sponsor programs.

Medicaid & STARPLUS Capitalize on leadership in Medicaid operations and STAR+PLUS familiarity to offer complementary services, technology upgrades, or analytics solutions that optimize member management, provider networks, and outcomes within government-funded programs.

IT & Data Stack Note reliance on legacy and enterprise tools (SQL Server, SAP Crystal Reports, Google/PIWIK analytics). Propose modern analytics, reporting, and data integration services to improve decision-making, interoperability, and member/provider insights.

Growth via Partnerships Identify opportunities to expand network partnerships with private insurers and local providers by highlighting potential cross-sell of care coordination, value-based care programs, and enhanced member engagement platforms suitable for a small to mid-sized health plan.