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.

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