Humana and YMCA of the USA Announce Partnership to Educate Public on Health Care Coverage

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Humana and YMCA of the USA Announce Partnership to Educate Public on Health Care Coverage

Humana will sponsor health and wellness community events and seminars at YMCA locations throughout the country

LOUISVILLE, Ky. & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Humana Inc. (NYS: HUM) today announced a partnership with the YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), one of the nation's leading nonprofits dedicated to strengthening community, to educate individuals and families this fall about health insurance and public exchange options that take effect in 2014 under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the federal health care reform law.


"The YMCA, known for strengthening communities across the country, is a highly trusted organization," said Roy A. Beveridge, M.D., Humana's Chief Medical Officer. "Given the important need for education on health care reform, Humana's partnership with the Y helps provide people with information they can use to make well-informed decisions about their health coverage choices."

Humana plans to sponsor free public events at Ys in states where Humana has filed its intent to participate on health care exchanges. During the open enrollment period, from October 2013 through March 2014, individuals will be able to purchase health coverage on the exchanges, with some qualifying for financial assistance. Humana will sponsor health and wellness community events and health care reform educational seminars - led by Humana representatives - at YMCA locations throughout the entire six-month open enrollment period.

"The Y is a leading voice on improving the nation's health and well-being. Through this partnership with Humana, we will help individuals and families make informed decisions on health coverage," said Kate Coleman, Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy/Advancement Officer, YMCA of the USA. "Combining the Y's reach with Humana's resources will make a positive impact in communities across the country."

Earlier this month, Humana announced its online strategy to educate individuals about health care reform. This includes "Health Care For You," which can be accessed at www.humana.com/HealthcareForYou, and is designed to help educate individuals on their health care coverage options via a character-driven experience focused on baby boomers, families with children and young independents.

About Humana

Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Ky., is a leading health care company that offers a wide range of insurance products and health and wellness services that incorporate an integrated approach to lifelong well-being. By leveraging the strengths of its core businesses, Humana believes it can better explore opportunities for existing and emerging adjacencies in health care that can further enhance wellness opportunities for the millions of people across the nation with whom the company has relationships.

More information regarding Humana is available to investors via the Investor Relations page of the company's web site at www.humana.com, including copies of:

  • Annual reports to stockholders;

  • Securities and Exchange Commission filings;

  • Most recent investor conference presentations;

  • Quarterly earnings news releases;

  • Replays of most recent earnings release conference calls;

  • Calendar of events (including upcoming earnings conference call dates and times, as well as planned interaction with research analysts and institutional investors);

  • Corporate Governance information.

About YMCA

The Y is one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children - regardless of age, income or background - to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. www.ymca.net

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Humana Corporate Communications
Alex J. Kepnes, 502-580-2990
akepnes@humana.com
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YMCA OF THE USA
Mamie Moore, 800-872-9622 ext. 8418
media@ymca.net

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