Cityblock and Sunshine Health Announce Partnership to Deliver Comprehensive Care to Medicaid Members in Central Florida

Partnership Overview - Cityblock has partnered with Sunshine Health to provide primary care and care coordination services to high-need Medicaid members in 11 Central Florida counties, starting May 1, 2024 [1][2] - The partnership aims to offer 24/7 access to care teams, allowing members to engage with their multidisciplinary care team virtually, at home, or in local clinics [1][2] Company Profiles - Cityblock, founded in 2017, serves over 100,000 Medicaid and Medicare-Medicaid dually eligible beneficiaries, delivering integrated clinical care, behavioral health services, and social care [3] - Sunshine Health is one of the largest healthcare plans in Florida, offering coordinated care through various government-sponsored managed care programs, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation [6] Care Model and Impact - Cityblock's care model is designed for members with complex needs, aiming to reduce unnecessary emergency department visits and avoidable inpatient admissions while improving quality of care and member engagement [2] - According to Cityblock's 2024 Equity in Action Report, the care model has led to increased engagement, clinical continuity, and significant reductions in avoidable inpatient admissions [2] Market Expansion - The partnership marks Cityblock's expansion into Florida, building on its existing relationships with Centene in New York and Ohio [1][2] - Cityblock operates in multiple states, including New York, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Florida, and partners with three of the top five national Medicaid health plans [3]