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Malaysian Reserve
31-07-2025
- Health
- Malaysian Reserve
Meridian and the Centene Foundation Announce $1 Million Grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan
The partnership aims to expand access to fresh food and enhance health outcomes in rural southwest Michigan food deserts DETROIT, July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Meridian Health Plan of Michigan, Inc. ('Meridian'), a leading managed care organization in Michigan, and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced today a $1 million grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM), a cooperative network of the state's regional food banks dedicated to alleviating hunger and food insecurity. The grant will support efforts in Prosperity Region 8, which includes Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties to upgrade current food pantries, equipping community members with food as medicine interventions, and providing technological support to future In Lieu of Services (ILOS) implementation. Additionally, the two-phased program will fund a fresh food pharmacy program at a federally qualified health center to support patients with diet-sensitive chronic conditions while offering health coaching supporting. 'Research shows that hunger, health and well-being are deeply connected,' said Patty Graham, Meridian Plan President and CEO. 'People who are food insecure are affected by diet-sensitive chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. By focusing on a proactive coordinated approach, this partnership will increase food access, remove transportation barriers and create a holistic pathway to address the root causes of health problems and health disparities in rural Michigan.' Phase One will designate and upgrade two existing food pantries to serve as Nourish MI Pantries, a model developed by the Food Bank Council of Michigan in collaboration with regional food banks, funders, and healthcare partners to support and enhance community pantries across the state. The model offers a shared standard that expands access to fresh, nutritious foods, enhances client experience, and supports partnerships in health and equity. Participation in the model reflects a commitment to practices like client-choice shopping, fresh and frozen food availability, set hours, and a wide variety of healthy options. Pantries may also receive the ILOS Certified designation, allowing them to serve enrollees of Michigan's Medicaid Health Plans (MHPs) participating in the Comprehensive Health Care Program (CHCP) Nourish MI Pantry Packs, a curated food pack that aligns with healthcare and nutrition goals. The Phase One pantries will be equipped to deliver food as medicine interventions supported by local food bank development teams to implement a long-term plan for sustaining access to fresh food. Support could include the purchase of food, cold storage (such as refrigerators or freezers), shelving and other storage supplies, and technological support such as computers or tablets to support future In Lieu of Services (ILOS) implementation. The food banks will also provide technical assistance as needed to help the pantries effectively support ILOS patients. The initiative aims to strengthen local food access while also building capacity for ILOS operations for all participating Medicaid health plans. Phase Two, set to begin in 2026, will expand the program, designating and upgrading five additional Nourish MI Pantries across the same region. It will also fund the Fresh Food Pharmacy (FFP) program at Grace Health, a federally qualified health center in Battle Creek. The funding for FFP helps eligible members with diet-sensitive chronic conditions access nutritious food and health education, while also supporting efforts to build a long-term sustainability strategy for the program. Eligible patients of Grace Health with chronic conditions can shop at the on-site pantry and participate in health coaching support. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Michiganders facing food insecurity has continued to grow and is especially prevalent in rural communities, where many travel long distances to get fresh produce because of limited grocery stores and limited public transit. This, along with other factors such as low income and few job prospects, can lead to food insecurity, which can adversely impact health and well-being. More than 1.4 million people are food insecure in Michigan, according to Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap, and more than 378,000 of them are children. 'At the Food Bank Council of Michigan, our mission is to create a food-secure state through advocacy, collaboration and innovative solutions,' said Dr. Phil Knight, Food Bank Council of Michigan Executive Director. 'This partnership with Meridian and the Centene Foundation exemplifies that commitment by bringing lasting, fresh food access to rural communities in a way that's both sustainable and designed to improve health outcomes. Together, we're not only addressing hunger today, but laying groundwork to solve it for tomorrow.' By investing in the sustainability of the Fresh Food Pharmacy program and partnering with local pantries to strengthen and designate them as Nourish MI Pantries aligned with food as medicine principles, Meridian and the Centene Foundation further their commitment to bring fresh food year-round to rural areas. This includes areas of the state where residents face access barriers ensuring a healthier, more food-secure future for all Michiganders through this three-year partnership. About Meridian Health Plan of Michigan, provides government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors and individuals with complex medical needs primarily through Medicaid (Meridian), Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (WellCare), Medicare-Medicaid Plans (MeridianComplete) and the Health Insurance Marketplace (Ambetter from Meridian). Meridian is a Centene Corporation company. For more information, visit About the Centene FoundationThe Centene Foundation (the 'Foundation'), a private nonprofit focused on investing in economically challenged communities, is the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) ('Centene'). The Foundation supports projects and initiatives strategically aligned with Centene's mission-driven culture and enhances the work Centene is doing to remove the barriers to wellness underserved and low-income populations face. The Foundation is committed to addressing drivers of health and improving health equity in three distinct areas of focus: healthcare, social services and education. To learn more, visit the Centene Foundation's website. About Food Bank Council of Michigan The Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM), founded in 1984, leads a unified effort to end hunger across the state. By addressing the root causes of hunger, FBCM raises awareness, advocates for policies that protect those in need, conducts in-depth research to find sustainable solutions, and provides thought leadership and resources to Michigan's food banks. Working with its network of regional food banks, over 2,800 hunger relief agencies, private companies, farmers, state and federal officials, and other allies, FBCM strives to ensure that no Michigander goes without food. To learn more about the Food Bank Council of Michigan's role in eliminating food insecurity, visit or call 517-485-1202.
Associated Press
18-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Adonis Partners with Instacart to Support Claims Billing for Instacart Health Nutrition Programs
Adonis now supports the leading grocery technology company in North America, streamlining revenue cycle operations for Instacart Health nutrition programs offered through health plans NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Adonis, a leading revenue cycle technology partner, today announced its partnership with Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the leading grocery technology company in North America, to support billing for health plans that offer Instacart Health nutrition programs to their members. Using Adonis, Instacart will be able to submit claims for these programs in states across the country that offer pathways for nutrition support as part of Medicaid Section 1115 waivers and In Lieu of Services (ILOS) provisions. 'We are so proud to be partnering with Instacart as they make momentous strides in creating better access to nutritious food and strengthening the role that it plays in healthcare through Instacart Health. As such, their unwavering dedication to support consumer health outcomes is a mission we directly identify with here at Adonis,' said Akash Magoon, Co-Founder and CEO of Adonis. 'Instacart continues to drive innovation and best-in-class consumer experiences, while working with health plans to make nutritious food more accessible. Instacart's decision to partner with Adonis to streamline revenue cycle operations will ensure a more seamless experience for its health plan partners so they can offer nutrition programs to more communities.' 'Through Instacart Health, we want to make it easier for health plans to offer food as a covered benefit, ensuring more people can access the nutritious foods they need to support their health,' said Sarah Mastrocco, Vice President and General Manager of Health at Instacart. 'Leveraging Adonis' technology, we're streamlining billing as claims for medically-tailored nutrition programs as part of Medicaid Section 1115 waivers and In Lieu of Services (ILOS) provisions. By investing in our Health infrastructure, we're not only simplifying the process for health plans – we're seamlessly supporting all customers on their personalized health journeys.' Through the partnership with Adonis, Instacart will leverage intelligent revenue cycle technology to work with innovative health plans and increase the ways in which communities and individuals gain access to healthy foods. Moreover, Adonis will help streamline billing operations and drive efficiencies. About Adonis Adonis is the leading AI Orchestration platform for RCM, purpose-built for healthcare organizations seeking to transform their revenue operations. Traditional RCM processes often struggle with inefficiencies, costing providers up to 15% or more of their potential revenue. Adonis addresses these challenges by leveraging advanced automation, data science, and AI to create the infrastructure that RCM teams need to detect vulnerabilities, optimize workflows, and deploy precise solutions that drive reliable and scalable financial outcomes. Whether identifying issues before they escalate, recommending tailored resolutions, or automating the deployment of those resolutions, Adonis creates a seamless, future-proofed approach to RCM. Discover how Adonis is equipping healthcare providers with smarter, more agile RCM strategies at About Instacart Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, works with grocers and retailers to transform how people shop. The company partners with more than 1,800 national, regional, and local retail banners to facilitate online shopping, delivery and pickup services from more than 100,000 stores across North America on the Instacart Marketplace. Instacart makes it possible for millions of people to get the groceries they need from the retailers they love, and for approximately 600,000 Instacart shoppers to earn by picking, packing and delivering orders on their own flexible schedule. The Instacart Platform offers retailers a suite of enterprise-grade technology products and services to power their e-commerce experiences, fulfill orders, digitize brick-and-mortar stores, provide advertising services, and glean insights. With Instacart Ads, thousands of CPG brands – from category leaders to emerging brands – partner with the company to connect directly with consumers online, right at the point of purchase. With Instacart Health, the company is providing tools to increase nutrition security, make healthy choices easier for consumers, and expand the role that food can play in improving health outcomes. For more information, visit and to start shopping, visit Maplebear Inc. is the registered corporate name of Instacart. Contacts: Dani Pietro
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Adonis Partners with Instacart to Support Claims Billing for Instacart Health Nutrition Programs
Adonis now supports the leading grocery technology company in North America, streamlining revenue cycle operations for Instacart Health nutrition programs offered through health plans NEW YORK, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Adonis, a leading revenue cycle technology partner, today announced its partnership with Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the leading grocery technology company in North America, to support billing for health plans that offer Instacart Health nutrition programs to their members. Using Adonis, Instacart will be able to submit claims for these programs in states across the country that offer pathways for nutrition support as part of Medicaid Section 1115 waivers and In Lieu of Services (ILOS) provisions. "We are so proud to be partnering with Instacart as they make momentous strides in creating better access to nutritious food and strengthening the role that it plays in healthcare through Instacart Health. As such, their unwavering dedication to support consumer health outcomes is a mission we directly identify with here at Adonis," said Akash Magoon, Co-Founder and CEO of Adonis. "Instacart continues to drive innovation and best-in-class consumer experiences, while working with health plans to make nutritious food more accessible. Instacart's decision to partner with Adonis to streamline revenue cycle operations will ensure a more seamless experience for its health plan partners so they can offer nutrition programs to more communities." "Through Instacart Health, we want to make it easier for health plans to offer food as a covered benefit, ensuring more people can access the nutritious foods they need to support their health," said Sarah Mastrocco, Vice President and General Manager of Health at Instacart. "Leveraging Adonis' technology, we're streamlining billing as claims for medically-tailored nutrition programs as part of Medicaid Section 1115 waivers and In Lieu of Services (ILOS) provisions. By investing in our Health infrastructure, we're not only simplifying the process for health plans – we're seamlessly supporting all customers on their personalized health journeys." Through the partnership with Adonis, Instacart will leverage intelligent revenue cycle technology to work with innovative health plans and increase the ways in which communities and individuals gain access to healthy foods. Moreover, Adonis will help streamline billing operations and drive efficiencies. About AdonisAdonis is the leading AI Orchestration platform for RCM, purpose-built for healthcare organizations seeking to transform their revenue operations. Traditional RCM processes often struggle with inefficiencies, costing providers up to 15% or more of their potential revenue. Adonis addresses these challenges by leveraging advanced automation, data science, and AI to create the infrastructure that RCM teams need to detect vulnerabilities, optimize workflows, and deploy precise solutions that drive reliable and scalable financial outcomes. Whether identifying issues before they escalate, recommending tailored resolutions, or automating the deployment of those resolutions, Adonis creates a seamless, future-proofed approach to RCM. Discover how Adonis is equipping healthcare providers with smarter, more agile RCM strategies at About InstacartInstacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, works with grocers and retailers to transform how people shop. The company partners with more than 1,800 national, regional, and local retail banners to facilitate online shopping, delivery and pickup services from more than 100,000 stores across North America on the Instacart Marketplace. Instacart makes it possible for millions of people to get the groceries they need from the retailers they love, and for approximately 600,000 Instacart shoppers to earn by picking, packing and delivering orders on their own flexible schedule. The Instacart Platform offers retailers a suite of enterprise-grade technology products and services to power their e-commerce experiences, fulfill orders, digitize brick-and-mortar stores, provide advertising services, and glean insights. With Instacart Ads, thousands of CPG brands – from category leaders to emerging brands – partner with the company to connect directly with consumers online, right at the point of purchase. With Instacart Health, the company is providing tools to increase nutrition security, make healthy choices easier for consumers, and expand the role that food can play in improving health outcomes. For more information, visit and to start shopping, visit Maplebear Inc. is the registered corporate name of Instacart. Contacts:Dan MurdochAdonismurdoch@ Dani PietroInstacartdpietro@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Adonis Sign in to access your portfolio
