Centene Subsidiary, Meridian, & Samsung Donate Smartphone Devices To Michigan Health Care Professionals To Facilitate Telehealth

Meridian, a Centene subsidiary in Michigan, is working with Samsung Electronics America to supply health care provider organizations in Michigan with Samsung Galaxy A10e smartphones to distribute to consumers who would not otherwise have access to telehealth. The focus is on expanding access to telehealth for individuals and families living in rural and underserved communities. Meridian announced the initiative on October 21, 2020.

For this initiative, Meridian will deploy 425 Samsung Galaxy A10e smartphones, with 90 days of free wireless service, to select federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), health systems, other health care provider organizations, and community support organizations. Many . . .