Mental health is often treated separately from physical health, even though the two are deeply connected.  Recognizing that gap is more important than ever as families and communities navigate rising levels of stress, anxiety, and isolation. For Wellpoint New Jersey President Dr. Patrick Fox, the focus begins with behavioral health and the role it plays in how people think, feel, connect, and move through daily life. “Health is about more than being free from disease,” Dr. Fox said. “It encompasses an individual’s physical, emotional, spir...Read More

Georgia Foster Care System Faces Urgent Need for Mental Health Supports Georgia’s foster care system plays a vital role in providing care and stability for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. However, ensuring the overall well-being of these youth requires accessible and quality mental health services for them and their families. As the director of Georgia Families 360° (GF360), a managed care program serving over 32,000 children, and behavioral health clinician myself, I understand the significance of prioritizing mental health support for families involved in th...Read More

UNION, N.J. — Wellpoint has established the Wellpoint Health Research Award Endowment at Kean University to support student research focused on Black maternal and infant health through the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research. The award will empower Kean students to conduct research that expands knowledge and advocacy in a critical public health area while informing policy that affects communities within Kean’s footprint and beyond. Dr. Patrick Fox, CEO of Wellpoint New Jersey, said the investment reflects the organization’s commitment to improving h...Read More

 A Special 3-Part Series by The Narrative Matters Part 1 of 3 | Part 2 | Part 3 Breaking Promises: SSM Health's Shortfall in Minority Participation Goals In the heart of St. Louis, a massive construction project promised to be a beacon of economic hope. The new $467 million SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital wasn't just about building a state-of-the-art medical facility; it was supposed to build wealth in the community through fair contracts for minority and women-owned businesses (M/WBEs). However, recent projections reveal a disturbing reality. Instead of ...Read More

Wellpoint DC  started the new year by announcing it has been awarded NCQA Health Outcomes Accreditation and NCQA Community-Focused Care Accreditation—formerly Health Equity Accreditation and Health Equity Accreditation Plus—for its Medicaid health plan. Combined with its NCQA Health Plan Accreditation earned in October 2025, this distinction makes Wellpoint DC the first Medicaid managed care organization in Washington, D.C., to earn all three NCQA accreditations. These two new accreditations come just three months after Wellpoint DC earned Full NCQA Health Plan Accreditatio...Read More

Sponsored by Martin Luther King III and his book "What Is My Legacy?" inspire a live town hall event. Join the Conversation: Martin Luther King III on Legacy and Service Are you considering what mark you will leave on the world? Join us for the upcoming Martin Luther King III live town hall this February, a transformative digital gathering inspired by his profound new book, What Is My Legacy?. This special event offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with one of the world's most prominent human rights advocates. In an era where success is often measured by wealth or...Read More