News Releases

L.A. Care Chief Health Equity Officer Joins National DEI Conference

Dr. Alex Li will join a panel addressing gun violence as a public health emergency and he will share actions L.A. Care has taken to address the crisis.

L.A. Care Awards $2.7 Million for Projects Addressing Food, Economic, and Housing Insecurity

As part of its commitment to advancing health equity, L.A. Care committed the funding to 12 organizations working to address the social needs of low-income and under-resourced communities.

L.A. Care Commits More Than $500,000 to Projects Working to Reduce Health Disparities and Promote Systemic Justice

The health plan is awarding three grants to support projects that support the healthcare safety net, reduce health disparities, and empower social service organizations to address systemic racism and…

L.A. Care’s Chief Medical Officer Joins Panel of Healthcare Experts Speaking on Support for Independent Providers

Dr. Sameer Amin will share L.A. Care's efforts to boost the workforce at safety net clinics and practices in Los Angeles County.

L.A. Care Health Plan Commits $150,000 for 2024 Provider Leadership Program

The 10-month program trains clinical providers on management skills, which will ultimately help improve health outcomes.

L.A. Care Covered Is the Most Affordable Health Plan in L.A. County for the Fourth Year in a Row

L.A. Care Covered™ provides an affordable path to wellness. Open enrollment starts November 1, and runs through January 31.

L.A. Care CEO to Receive Health Equity Award from Clínica Romero

John Baackes is being honored for showing exemplary leadership in the healthcare industry and unwavering commitment to the underserved in Los Angeles County.

L.A. Care Commits Nearly $2.1 Million to Address Social Factors that Affect Health

The funding will support 14 community clinics that are taking a whole person care approach to reduce health disparities.

L.A. Care’s Chief Medical Officer among Featured Panelists at Statewide Health Conference

Sameer Amin, MD, is joining a panel focusing on improving hospital discharge processes through collaboration and understanding of each party's role.

L.A. Care Named 2024 Community Champion at MEND’s Dignity Awards Gala

The nonprofit service organization credits L.A. Care with helping to feed the needy in the San Fernando Valley.