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CountyCare Ranked Highest-Quality Medicaid Health Plan in Illinois
Chicago, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) awarded a four-star rating to CountyCare, Cook County Health’s Medicaid managed care plan covering nearly 400,000 members across Cook County. This makes it the highest-ranked Medicaid plan in Illinois and for county residents enrolled in HealthChoice Illinois, the state’s Medicaid managed care program. Nationally, only 22 percent of all Medicaid plans received a four-star rating or higher this year.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · September 16, 2025
Cook County Health Embraces New Payment Models with First Value-Based Care Contracts and Medicare Shared Savings ACO
In embracing alternative payment models, CCH is focusing on delivering high-quality care, improving patient outcomes, and diversifying revenue as Medicaid cuts loom.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · August 27, 2025
Cook County Health Celebrates 50th Anniversary of First Community Health Center
Chicago, IL, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cook County Health is proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Dr. Jorge Prieto Health Center, the health system’s first community-based health center and a turning point in the delivery of care for Cook County residents.  
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · August 15, 2025
Cook County Health Cuts Ribbon on New Health Center in Bronzeville Neighborhood
Chicago, IL, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joined by Cook County leaders and patients, Cook County Health cut the ribbon on a new community health center at 467 E. 31st Street, Chicago, in the city’s Bronzeville neighborhood, on April 22.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · April 25, 2025
Cook County Health Celebrates Milestones, Advancements in 2024
Chicago, IL, Jan. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Cook County Health (CCH) enters the new year, the health system celebrates a year of transformative progress and historic advancements. Through significant and strategic investments in services, cutting-edge technology, infrastructure, and community health initiatives, CCH has strengthened its foundation and set the stage for continued success. These achievements have positioned the health system for sustained growth and innovation as 2025 begins.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · January 1, 2025
Provident Hospital Earns 2024 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety
Chicago, IL, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Cook County Health’s Provident Hospital was named a Top General Hospital by The Leapfrog Group.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · December 17, 2024
CountyCare Earns Prestigious Four-Star Rating from NCQA
Chicago, IL, Sept. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CountyCare, a Medicaid Managed Care Plan, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a four-star rating by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), making it one of the highest-quality Medicaid health plans for Cook County residents enrolled in HealthChoice Illinois, the State’s Medicaid managed care program.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · September 17, 2024
Cook County Health Unveils Brand Evolution, Including New Tagline & Website
Chicago, IL, Sept. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cook County Health (CCH), one of the nation’s leading public health systems, has unveiled its updated branding and visual identity that reflects the system’s historic mission, modern services, and bright future.  
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · September 13, 2024
Cook County Health’s Correctional Health Program at Cook County Jail Accredited for Quality Health Care Services
Chicago, IL, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cook County Health’s (CCH) Cermak Health Services has earned accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) for demonstrating full compliance with NCCHC’s nationally recognized standards of care for correctional health services in jails.
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · April 25, 2024
Cook County Health Celebrates the Launch of New Robotic Surgery Program
Chicago, IL, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On April 17, Cook County Health cut the ribbon on its Intuitive da Vinci® surgical system, celebrating the health system’s new robotic surgery program. 
By Cook County Health · Via GlobeNewswire · April 18, 2024