News Releases

L.A. Care CEO Honored with Visionary Award by the Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health

John Baackes is being recognized for the his leadership and innovation at L.A. Care, which has helped advance the well-being of students and communities across Los Angeles County.

L.A. Care Urges Medical Professionals to Promote Gun Safety

The U.S. Surgeon General has declared gun violence a public health crisis and as a public health plan, L.A. Care is committed to helping medical professionals learn how to take action to end gun…

L.A. Care General Counsel Receives Distinguished Service Award

The Indiana University Maurer School of Law honored Augie Haydel, Esq., recognizing her hard work, passion, and accomplishments that define the school's ideals.

L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Health Plans Offer Free Flu and COVID-19 Vaccines at their Community Resource Centers across Los Angeles County

The first of seven events is tomorrow, September 13, and individuals vaccinated at all of the events will receive a $20 grocery gift card, while supplies last.

L.A. Care CEO Delivers Keynote Address at State of Reform Conference

John Baackes discussed the future of California health care and initiatives that L.A. Care initiated to meet challenges facing Medi-Cal.

L.A. Care CEO Joins Groundbreaking for the Health Professionals Education Building at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science

The new building will house the L.A. Care Center for Faculty Excellence.

L.A. Care to Launch 2024 Fight the Flu and COVID-19 Campaign

The campaign will include seven vaccine events that kick off on September 13.

L.A. Care and Health Net Commit $90 Million to Launch Two Innovative Health Care Programs to Support Those Experiencing Homelessness in L.A. County

The health plans have launched a new care coordination model for their 85,000+ members who lack stable housing.

L.A. Care CEO Receives Excellence in Health Care Award from the Los Angeles Business Journal

John Baackes also participated on a panel on the state of health care.

L.A. Care Hosts Blood Drive as the American Red Cross Declares an Emergency

The blood supply across the country has dropped more than 25% since July 1 creating a dangerous situation.