Humana

Humana Inc. is a prominent American health insurance company founded in 1961. Initially established as a nursing home operator, the company evolved to include hospital management before transitioning to its primary focus on health insurance plans in the 1980s. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Humana is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest health insurance providers in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive range of health and well-being products, including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as supplemental benefits. Humana serves diverse consumer groups, including families, seniors (with a significant presence in Medicare Advantage plans), military members, and self-employed individuals. Its business model emphasizes an integrated care approach, combining services like pharmacy, home-based care, and clinical services to improve member health outcomes and reduce system costs. Humana is also involved in community investment and philanthropic efforts through The Humana Foundation, which focuses on health equity and supporting underserved communities. The company has made strategic investments in startups, such as its $100 million investment in the telehealth home care startup Heal, to expand its offerings and enhance member access to care.