Managed Healthcare Systems

Managed Healthcare Systems (MHS) was a specialized healthcare management firm that focused on providing managed care services to Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries. The company played a significant role in the development of coordinated care models for underserved populations, aiming to improve health outcomes while managing costs for state and federal programs. MHS eventually rebranded as AmeriChoice to reflect its growth into a national provider of government-sponsored health plans. In 2002, the company was acquired by UnitedHealth Group for approximately $560 million, eventually becoming part of the UnitedHealthcare Community & State business segment. The organization is recognized for its early leadership in the Medicaid managed care industry and its successful integration into one of the world's largest healthcare companies.