Centene Corporation (CNC)

US — Healthcare Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol CNC
  • Rev/Share 361.0388
  • Book/Share 55.7251
  • PB 0.4695
  • Debt/Equity 0.6414
  • CurrentRatio 1.0979
  • ROIC 0.0286

 

  • MktCap 12803837310.0
  • FreeCF/Share 2.1882
  • PFCF 11.8554
  • PE 6.2643
  • Debt/Assets 0.2034
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.0753

 

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Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade CNC Cantor Fitzgerald Overweight Neutral -- $38 July 28, 2025
Downgrade CNC Wells Fargo Overweight Equal Weight -- $30 July 23, 2025
Downgrade CNC TD Cowen Buy Hold -- $33 July 21, 2025
Downgrade CNC BofA Securities Neutral Underperform -- $30 July 16, 2025
Downgrade CNC Morgan Stanley Overweight Equal Weight -- $33 July 10, 2025
Downgrade CNC JP Morgan Overweight Neutral -- $48 July 2, 2025
Downgrade CNC UBS Buy Neutral -- $45 July 2, 2025
Resumed CNC Morgan Stanley -- Overweight -- $70 June 9, 2025
Downgrade CNC Barclays Overweight Equal Weight -- $65 June 2, 2025
Upgrade CNC Jefferies Underperform Hold -- $64 April 8, 2025

News

Meridian and the Centene Foundation Announce $1 Million Grant to the Food Bank Council of Michigan
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Published: July 31, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

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 …

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Deadline Alert: Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
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Published: July 31, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 8, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CNC) securities between December 12, 2024 to June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
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Published: July 31, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK , July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company")(NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext.

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Centene Corporation (CNC) Faces Shareholder Ire Amidst Plummeting Stock and Lawsuit Over “Inflated Guidance” – Hagens Berman
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Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

SAN FRANCISCO, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Before the markets opened on July 25, 2025, investors in Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) saw the price of their shares decline about 10% in pre-market trading after the company reported disastrous Q2 2025 financial results.

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Peach State Health Plan Builds Upon Community Partnership with Barrow County Schools to Support Student Health and Readiness
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Published: July 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

ATLANTA , July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Peach State Health Plan ("PSHP"), a leading managed care organization in Georgia and a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) ("Centene"), continues to deepen its collaboration with the Barrow County School System through community-focused initiatives that prioritize student wellness, academic readiness, and family support. Following the success of the Barrow Together CommUNITY Fest in May 2025, PSHP partnered once again with Barrow County Schools to support the annual Back-to-BOLD back-to-school event held on July 25, 2025.

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CNC Investor Alert: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Urges CNC Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm
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Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

RADNOR, Pa., July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Centene Corporation (“Centene”) (NYSE: CNC) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene securities between December 12, 2024, and June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). The lead plaintiff deadline is September 8, 2025.

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CNC INVESTORS: Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC) Investors may have been Affected by Fraud – Contact BFA Law by September 8 about Potentially Recovering Losses
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Published: July 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) and certain of the Company's senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Centene, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/centene-corporation-class-action-lawsuit.

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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
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Published: July 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP announces that investors with losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company") (NYSE: CNC). IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR CENTENE INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE BEFORE SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT What Is The Lawsuit About?

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INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
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Published: July 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $75,000 In Centene To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you suffered losses exceeding $75,000 in Centene between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or …

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Superior HealthPlan and Centene Foundation Announce Grand Opening of CHDI Multi-Purpose Community Health Center in Uvalde
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Published: July 28, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

The $16 million center is managed by Community Health Development, Inc., and offers healthcare services, community support, and other resources UVALDE, Texas , July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior HealthPlan and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene (NYSE: CNC), today joined Community Health Development, Inc. (CHDI) to open a new $16 million multi-purpose community health center in Uvalde. The 16,000-square-foot space provides healthcare services, community support and outreach, education and workforce development, and a meeting space for the Uvalde community and the surrounding region.

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Centene's Bottom May Already Be Here - Risk Mitigation In Process
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Published: July 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

CNC has offered FY2025 adj EPS range at between $1.25 (-82.5% YoY) and $1.75 (-75.5% YoY), as medical costs rise drastically and higher morbidity sign-ups replace a healthier base. These have directly triggered the drastically lower consensus forward estimates, with the healthcare providers expected to report impacted, new normal profit margins. Despite so, readers must note that CNC is already engaging on risk mitigation while driving improved profitability through rate adjustments from 2026 onwards.

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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
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Published: July 28, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”)(NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.

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CNC Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Centene Corporation Securities Fraud Lawsuit with the Schall Law Firm
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Published: July 28, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES , July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or "the Company") (NYSE: CNC) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before September 8, 2025.

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Centene's Worst Quarter In Years Could Be A Gift
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Published: July 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Centene's Q2 results were ugly but better than feared, with losses largely expected and a visible path to recovery emerging. Management is aggressively addressing ACA and Medicaid margin pressures, with rate adjustments and reratings expected to restore profitability by 2026. Valuation remains highly attractive, trading at under 7x PE, offering potential for the stock to double as earnings rebound and multiples normalize.

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Time To Buy Centene Stock?
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Published: July 28, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Negative

Centene (NYSE:CNC) recently reported a surprise loss of $0.16 per share for Q2, significantly missing analyst expectations of $0.23 per share. This downturn is primarily attributed to a continued increase in medical costs for government-backed insurance plans, evidenced by a 540 basis point year-over-year surge in its health benefit ratio to 93% in Q2.

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Centene raises Wall Street optimism that Medicaid insurers can improve profits
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

Wall Street regained confidence in Medicaid insurers after Centene said on Friday it expects to be able to raise rates charged to states for 2026 health plans for low-income Americans and strengthen profit margins.

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Centene Stock Up 5% After First Loss In 13 Years, Bullish Guidance
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of Centene -- a St. Louis-based managed-care company offering services through Medicaid, Affordable Care Act plans and Medicare – have been on a roller coaster.

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Centene Corporation (CNC) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 25, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants a - Corporate Participant v - Corporate Participant Andrew Lynn Asher - Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Lynch Gilligan - Senior Vice President of Investor Relations Sarah M. London - CEO & Director Conference Call Participants Albert J.

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Medical Expenses Erode Centene's Bottom Line in Rare Q2 Earnings Miss
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

CNC reports rare Q2 loss amid surging medical costs, lower investment and other income despite strong revenue growth.

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INVESTOR DEADLINE APPROACHING: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $75,000 In Centene To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

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Centene Stock Showing Signs of Life After Revenue Beat
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

Centene Corp (NYSE:CNC) stock is 3.9% higher to trade at $27.75 this morning, even after the managed healthcare company reported an adjusted second-quarter loss of 16 cents per share, steeper than the 11 cents per share projected.

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Centene: Pricing In Complete Obliteration
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Managed care insurance is at record pessimism, with Centene trading at decade-low valuations, creating a potential generational buying opportunity. Regulatory headwinds, rising medical costs, and bearish industry data have led to guidance withdrawal and significant EPS reductions for Centene. Centene is responding by repricing plans for 2026 and focusing on cost controls, while Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug segments outperform expectations.

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Centene stock plunges after surprise loss and soaring medical costs
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Published: July 25, 2025 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Centene Corp. dropped sharply on Friday morning after the health insurer reported a surprise quarterly loss, driven by rising medical costs and a significantly higher-than-expected health benefits ratio. The results underscored the mounting challenges facing the health insurance industry, which has been grappling with elevated care utilization and regulatory uncertainty.

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Deadline Alert: Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
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Published: July 24, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOS ANGELES, July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 8, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene Corporation (“Centene” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CNC) securities between December 12, 2024 to June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

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Will Escalating Medical Costs Dampen Centene's Q2 Earnings?
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Published: July 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

CNC's Q2 earnings are likely to have felt the pinch as rising medical costs pressure margins despite higher premium revenues.

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Centene Corporation (CNC) Investors Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
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Published: July 23, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

BENSALEM, Pa. , July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Howard G.

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SHAREHOLDER REMINDER: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Centene
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Published: July 23, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $75,000 In Centene To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you suffered losses exceeding $75,000 in Centene between December 12, 2024 and June 30, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK , July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or …

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Centene Corporation Class Action: Levi & Korsinsky Reminds Centene Investors of the Pending Class Action Lawsuit with a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of September 8, 2025 – CNC
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Published: July 22, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company") (NYSE: CNC) of a class action securities lawsuit.

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Unveiling Centene (CNC) Q2 Outlook: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
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Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Evaluate the expected performance of Centene (CNC) for the quarter ended June 2025, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.

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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Centene Corporation of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines - CNC
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Published: July 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK , July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Centene Corporation ("Centene" or the "Company")(NYSE: CNC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext.

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About Centene Corporation (CNC)

  • IPO Date 2001-12-13
  • Website https://www.centene.com
  • Industry Medical - Healthcare Plans
  • CEO Sarah M. London
  • Employees 60400

Centene Corporation operates as a multi-national healthcare enterprise that provides programs and services to under-insured and uninsured individuals in the United States. Its Managed Care segment offers health plan coverage to individuals through government subsidized programs, including Medicaid, the State children's health insurance program, long-term services and support, foster care, and medicare-medicaid plans, which cover dually eligible individuals, as well as aged, blind, or disabled programs. Its health plans include primary and specialty physician care, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, emergency and urgent care, prenatal care, laboratory and X-ray, home-based primary care, transportation assistance, vision care, dental care, telehealth, immunization, specialty pharmacy, therapy, social work, nurse advisory, and care coordination services, as well as prescriptions and limited over-the-counter drugs, medical equipment, and behavioral health and abuse services. This segment also offers various individual, small group, and large group commercial healthcare products to employers and directly to members. The company's Specialty Services segment provides pharmacy benefits management services; nurse advice line and after-hours support services; vision and dental services, as well as staffing services to correctional systems and other government agencies; and services to Military Health System eligible beneficiaries. This segment offers its services and products to state programs, correctional facilities, healthcare organizations, employer groups, and other commercial organizations. The company provides its services through primary and specialty care physicians, hospitals, and ancillary providers. Centene Corporation was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.