In today's complex healthcare landscape, sustainable and scalable partnerships among MCOs (payers), providers, and community-based organizations are essential to providing integrated medical and social care. This session will explore the significant role that cross-sector partnerships between public, private, and nonprofit community organizations can have in improving overall public health, while focusing on individual needs and whole-person care. Population health is the intentional work of improving the health and well-being of all members, including addressing disparities between groups. By prioritizing all members and deploying strategies that span across the continuum of care, we can improve outcomes in the communities we serve. A "whole person" approach to care means understanding how someone's circumstances impact their health and well-being. This approach ensures that medical and social care work hand in hand. Cross-sector partnerships are vital in addressing the social determinants of health (SDoH) — the conditions in which people live, learn, work, and age. These determinants, such as housing, income, and employment, heavily influence health outcomes and contribute to health inequities. By dismantling the silos that have traditionally existed between healthcare and social care, we can create a more inclusive and sustainable healthcare system that works better for everyone, including those in the greatest need and the most vulnerable among us. To achieve scale and sustainability, it is essential to move beyond the current referral-based model to one that supports long-term improvement in community health through person-centered data sharing and direct payment for social care services. This involves leveraging data and technology to unlock new possibilities and provide a comprehensive picture of the health of the populations we serve. By translating this data into actionable information, we can be more proactive and personalized in the services we provide, empowering care providers, policymakers, and members to identify areas of greatest need and make more informed decisions. Additionally, by screening members for social needs and automatically connecting them to additional benefits and community resources, we are assuaging barriers to care and providing necessary support. By analyzing patterns of needs, we can address them at a population level. These efforts help to create a more inclusive and sustainable healthcare system that addresses both medical and social needs. Some examples of this work for UHC include our collaborations with Epic Health and Hazel Health. The Epic Payer Platform (EPP), in collaboration with Epic Health, is a groundbreaking initiative that connects provider and payer organizations to improve member care, information sharing, lower costs, and reduce administrative work. This network allows approved end users to review and interact directly with member charts, enhancing the quality of care through seamless information flow. In partnership with Hazel Health, the nation's largest and most trusted provider of school-based telehealth, UHC is helping transform schools into accessible front doors to pediatric healthcare. Through this partnership, school-centered teletherapy and virtual care are available to millions of K-12 students across the nation. This collaboration ensures that students have timely access to mental and physical health services, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status, thereby supporting their overall well-being and academic success. By fostering sustainable and scalable partnerships among payers, providers, and community-based organizations, we can create a more inclusive and sustainable healthcare system that addresses both medical and social needs. This integrated approach not only improves individual outcomes but also drives population health, lowers costs of care, and reduces the burden on the health system. Note: If desired, Dr. Billioux could invite a partner to join the session.