For those who come here and constantly defend Centene against real life concerns.... If they are so great then why the low STARS ratings and continuous loss of contracts? What say you!!!??

First day was last Monday, position gone four days later. Supposedly new position. Still haven’t heard anything. next Friday is my last day

Got hired last Monday, position eliminated by Friday. Changed will be in effect by July 1st. Another position promised. Heard nothing . Prayers.

Had new hire last Monday.. found out two days later my position was eliminated. They said they would find us something by July. Doesn’t look promising. Nothing in sight Pray for my strength during this difficult time. I don’t understand why bring me... — read more 

First day was last Monday, also found out the same week my position was gone. I’m sick… they say they would find us something internally. We have until the first. Pray for my strength during this difficult time.

What are your opinions on constructive firing, quiet firing, and hostile work environment? Do you believe that since the RIF in September 2023 (or even earlier the beginning of 2023) that they have changed performance metrics for employees to such... — read more 

What does it mean when a position with Centene is owned by corporats?

Help, I really need to know. Our state lost Wellcare, we had a meeting and our positions will be gone soon and they said HR will help us find something soon. Nothing else has been said and they talk as if they didn’t even say it. Changes are to be... — read more 

Corporate shills always give themselves away on this layoff boards and it is just as annoying as teen slang. Do you really want to be part of this broken culture? I have Zero respect for people who can’t explain an idea without using the... — read more 

Did anyone else got a skip level meeting with a manager? I just did this morning but it’s not until August. What could this be? Cant be good. But I’ll just take it as a 2 month bye bye notice. Time to look for a new job!

Our state lost its Wellcare. I have only been hired a few months. They say my positioned is being “ repuposed”. Anyone have any experience with this? What does this mean? And what is to follow?

I wasn't nervous about this until reading a different post on here but I recently hit a work anniversary with my current department but never received any recognition for it. In contrast-another teammate of mine who started the week after me just... — read more 

Can someone clear this up for me, please? Is Centene blackballing those laid off to prevent them from going elsewhere? Or is the company blackballed because of the lay offs and low Stars rating and as a result former employees are having a hard... — read more 

Is severence for being laid off still one month pay per year employed or was that a thing of the past?

I’m confused to how some posts just “disappear” but slamming the CEO is ok? To which I will state, I don’t agree one person is responsible for the mistakes made just because of their ranking at the very top. There are several layers of mgmt that... — read more 

Thanks to declining one offer for Centene I am now literally facing the real possibility of losing everything. I can't land a job to save my life. And the only thing I did wrong was accepted a job with them only to be laid off a short time later. — read more 

I’ve been told there are two layoffs scheduled in Q3 and Q4 within BTS. Can this be confirmed?

How many lay-offs have there been in 2024 thus far?

Had an interview today. 2nd interview. I met with a department VP of one of Centene's competitors. He made sure that I understood that leaving this company was a good choice. And yes, he made sure to note the decline of their reputation within the... — read more 

RIFs are not for underperformers and people who need to be cut. It is the failing of a company to it's people! Always remember this if you find yourself being let go. Centene and others FAILED YOU.

Working in a large organization can be overwhelming and discouraging. It often feels pointless to advocate for yourself, as it might lead to being blacklisted. This sense of helplessness can impact every aspect of you. Even if you try to document... — read more 

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/insider-sale-president-kenneth-fasola-065301827.html

There's an inherit conflict of being responsible for administering healthcare services for the most vulnerable (who should be at the center of every decision) versus yielding high EPS for shareholders. This debate has gone on forever but only... — read more 

In a place where politics eclipse the task, I despise my job, behind a hidden mask. Layoffs, oddly, seem a relief, For this workplace brings no peace, only grief. It's not the work itself that I resent, But those you appoint, who... — read more 

Working at Centene turned out to be a disappointing experience for me. Despite the job requiring a Bachelor's degree, I was surprised to see that none of my coworkers met this qualification. This discrepancy shed light on a serious problem with the... — read more 

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.