UCare has initiated layoffs impacting approximately 102 employees in Minneapolis. These job reductions are a direct result of losing state Medicaid contracts to Medica. The affected positions span various roles, including care coordinators and customer service staff. Layoffs began on October 2 and are anticipated to continue through November. This situation highlights the significant employment consequences of shifts in Minnesota's health insurance market.
Minneapolis, MN
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