Centene CEO Sarah London was paid $18.6 million in total compensation in 2023, up from $13.2 million in 2022. The company's CEO-to-employee pay ratio in 2023 was 234:1, according to regulatory filings Centene published March 28.

Have you all seen the news this week on Judge allowing the plantiffs motion on fraud in 26 states against Centene to move foward. Lawsuit is claiming that Centene has been overcharging its most poverty stricken members in 26 states. Not really... — read more 

I heard there’s talks of Centene being bought out! I surely said it! They didn’t say who but I bet it’ll be Cigna especially since Cigna currently has our $35B pharmacy contract with 20 million members. They’ve been trying to buy Centene since... — read more 

Former employee here. I made a connection with a CMS person I worked with while at Centene. They've asked for all of the dirty details. They've given me some dirt as well. Should I spill the beans?

May 3, 2024, 7:20 AM PDT Centene to Face Proposed Class Fraud Claims Over Health Plans About 2 million people in 26 states have these groups’ plans. Health insurance consumers can proceed with a proposed class action alleging that Centene Corp. and... — read more 

https://www.newsweek.com/rankings/americas-greatest-workplaces-mental-wellbeing-2024

I just moved to a new department and I absolutely love it! The leader is driving positive change and has the best attitude! Centene gets a bad wrap because of some toxic management (that needs to go). But there are some really great leaders who... — read more 

If you are having problems as a Centene employee DO NOT TALK TO H.R. They are NOT your friend. Call a lawyer immediately.

The Corporate Marketing team is next up. Layoffs began this week. I was impacted, along with at least 2 others that I’m currently aware of. GOOD RIDDANCE!

Despite not facing layoff yet, I'm in an uncomfortable position, contemplating resignation, waiting for termination, or hoping for a layoff to receive my tenured severance. I'm overwhelmed with tasks beyond my expertise, despite repeatedly asking for... — read more 

October layoff still searching for a job. I found out my PL has been giving bad references, and she shouldn't be giving a reference at all. She is supposed to send people to the WorkDay number. I had a feeling this was happening, so I sent an... — read more 

I don't know if the stock or employee morale would be performing any better under different leadership, but something about these announcements seems off. Layton was a 20+ year Centene veteran so he seemed like a shoe in. And then a board member... — read more 

My team was just notified that anyone under Jen Drexinger is losing the flexible schedule option. You now have to pick a set schedule and stick to it. If you log in more than 15 minutes late it's considered a tardy. Not sure when it goes into effect... — read more 

I watched the Segment and I’m so happy John Oliver called out their bullsh-t!!! Highly recommend. It’s on YouTube.

I hope you don’t find this message insulting in anyway, I just cannot contain my excitement any longer. I finally, finally, finallllyyy put in my resignation. I got a new position, different company, different field. And I literally screamed from... — read more 

How is this even justified given the stock performance? Health Payer Specialist Centene’s 2023 Pay Boost For C-Suite Averaged 30% CEO Sarah London saw her compensation rise 40% last year. By Ron Shinkman|April 1, 2024 All members of the Centene... — read more 

Centene has a CEO that is utterly unqualified to run an enterprise like this, not a clue with so many great leaders in healthcare with histories of success they chose as such, maybe for being a woman and an ok story teller, but the true is she ... — read more 

I have never seen an IT organization which has so many VPs, directors and senior directors and less worker bees. Can Centene IT have max 5-6 layers of management instead of 10 or more and have more worker bees? That will lead to more efficiency... — read more 

Can someone please give more information on this? Is it just BTS? Is there anyway to tell when and who is getting hit?

My last working day is approaching, following RIF of my entire department. HRBP said our health insurance coverage continues for 3 mos, but documents today said it ends in about 3.5 wks. If they treat their employees this way, I can't imagine the... — read more 

How Health Insurance Became America’s Biggest Hustle. https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertpearl/2021/03/01/how-health-insurance-became-americas-biggest-hustle/?sh=6c7a1280476f

So - from upper leadership, they have identified the next rounds of layoffs (hearing hardware folks - not sure what this means atm). They will be notified in April 2024 and will be exited in May 2024. This will not be like the last time where they... — read more 

What happened?

Don't be surprised if layoffs in this place, Centene under Sarah/Drew is not only poorly run, is also the most treacherous, backstabbing place you can find, this people smile with you, tell you how great you are and tomorrow fire you. No even in the... — read more 

I wasn't an employee very long with CNC, but if they ever had a good reputation in the industry...it's gone now. I hate they are on my CV.

In the town hall today they said they “could not rule out” more layoffs, and some areas still need to be “right-sized”. Anyone have info on when the layoffs will happen? If they are saying that much in the town hall, you can pretty much bet there... — read more 

Anyone get a cost of living adjustment in addition to their annual review percent increase? Some on my team did while others did not. How is the decision made on who gets a cost of living increase if inflation impacts everyone?

I’ve been here 5 years. Every single application I have put on for a position outside of my department has been denied. I haven’t even made it to the office interview stage. They talk all this cr-p wanting to keep talent in house. Rarely happens... — read more 

Maybe our team had more lenient supervisors in the past or the one we have now is so stuck up in her a$$. Forcing us to use PTO for something we can make up the same day or same week is wild to me? Also said leader wants everyone to start and... — read more 

Today in BTS all teams meeting, it’s clearly stated by our CFO that another round of layoffs will be happening soon. I am thinking they want to go in the route of AI heavy and reduce headcount.

They just keep taking and taking and taking.

Prior to January 2023, I’ve heard great things about this company. But since then, it’s one negative thing after another. Even veteran employees are either planning on leaving or gone. What changes occurred? Do you plan on staying or leaving?... — read more 

It’s disheartening by the recent survey scores. I can't speak for every leader but it’s unfair for those leaders who inherited a new team right before the survey is rolled out and blamed for the low ratings. We’re slapped with, do better and find... — read more 

70% of them are in leadership role meaning they decide who to hire and fire

We have to apply for the jobs we are in!!

Does anyone know why some are getting bonuses and some are not? I have colleagues that are not corporate who are getting the bonus and I’m with corporate and not receiving. Why some and not all?

I worked here for about 10 yrs as a people leader. I can tell you the determination of your performance rating is often established prior to the completion of you writing your performance review. For ratings above “meets” requires an explanation... — read more 

Was there ever a single one that was not a colossal waste of time?

Anyone notice that bonus amounts (if you get them) were lower this year? I’ve heard from a few colleagues that bonuses were lower despite the percentage increase.

If the talking points from today's Town Hall are any indicator of what Centene Executive Leadership talks about in their own private meetings then it's no surprise why this company is taking a nosedive.