Full-Time
Posted on 7/25/2025
Primary-care focused, affordable health insurer
$55k - $60k/yr
Buffalo, NY, USA
Remote
Hybrid option available for local candidates; remote option for others.
Centivo provides health insurance focused on primary care. It aims to keep members healthier and reduce hospital and ER visits by prioritizing primary care and predictable costs. The product works through free primary care, no deductibles, and low, predictable copays, plus an integrated virtual care service and a simple app that lets members access care wherever they are. Centivo differentiates itself by curating providers to meet stringent price and quality standards, emphasizing high-quality primary care, and by delivering employer-sponsored plans that promise lower medical costs and higher plan usage for both employers and employees. The company’s goal is to lower the total cost of care for its members while improving access and the member experience.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series D
Total Funding
$226.4M
Headquarters
Buffalo, New York
Founded
2017
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Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life & diability
401k plan
Access to a health savings account
Commuting and dependent care FSA
Competitive salary, bonus, & equity
Centivo, a pioneering healthcare company committed to making quality healthcare radically affordable, today announced the appointment of Sarah Fraser as its Chief Financial Officer.
What You Should Know: – Centivo, a pioneering healthcare company dedicated to making quality healthcare radically affordable, today announced the strategic appointment of Sarah Fraser as its new Chief Financial Officer. – In her new capacity, Fraser will spearhead Centivo’s capital markets strategy, managing critical banking, debt, and equity relationships. She will also apply a rigorous, data-driven strategic approach to financial performance across various customer segments, product lines, and markets, directly fueling the company’s ambitious expansion plans.Experienced Executive with a Record of Scaling Innovative VenturesFraser brings a wealth of experience to Centivo. She joins the company from Capsule, an innovative digital pharmacy, where, as CFO, she was instrumental in building the finance organization from its inception and played a critical role in establishing Capsule as a category-defining, patient-centered healthcare brand. Her prior experience includes leadership positions in other high-growth start-ups and a background as a private equity investor, providing her with a comprehensive foundation in both financial strategy and operational execution.“Centivo is leading the charge in reimagining how healthcare should work in the U.S.,” said Fraser. “The opportunity to help scale a company that’s making high-quality, affordable healthcare a reality is incredibly exciting. I’m eager to help Centivo build a strong foundation for sustainable growth, both organically and through strategic transactions.”Additionally, the launch of its expanded primary care-centered offering, Centivo Care, and a strategic partnership with Premise Health, demonstrate Centivo’s ongoing commitment to delivering on its mission to fundamentally transform the U.S
The partnership comes as businesses look to alternative health plans amid growing frustration with health insurance premium increasesBRENTWOOD, Tenn., Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Premise Health , the largest direct healthcare company serving large employers and unions, and Centivo , the pioneering healthcare company dedicated to making high-quality healthcare more affordable for employers and their employees, today announced that they are launching a new, primary care-centered health plan. This plan combines Premise's advanced primary care model, delivered through onsite and nearsite health centers nationwide, with Centivo's clinically integrated network.This new collaboration and health plan is a paradigm shift in delivering and paying for care. It gives members an affordable healthcare plan option that requires a relationship with a primary care provider. Members can get the highest quality primary care at and near where they work and then seamlessly access a network of coordinated specialists who know their needs. The result is a better healthcare experience for patients that delivers:Easy access to care: Fostering strong patient-provider relationships and ensuring timely care.Fostering strong patient-provider relationships and ensuring timely care
What You Should Know:–Premise Health, the largest direct healthcare company serving large employers and unions, and Centivo, the pioneering healthcare company dedicated to making high-quality healthcare more affordable for employers and their employees, today announced that they are launching a new, primary care-focused health plan that combines Premise’s onsite health centers with Centivo’s clinically integrated network. – This new collaboration and health plan is not just an alternative option but a paradigm shift in delivering and paying for care. With this plan, members can get the highest quality primary care right where they work and then seamlessly access a network of coordinated specialists who know their needs.Transforming Healthcare Access and AffordabilityPremise Health is redefining healthcare delivery by providing seamless access to high-quality care while lowering costs for employers and employees. As the leading direct healthcare company and one of the largest digital providers in the U.S., Premise Health partners with commercial and municipal employers, health plans, unions, and tribes, serving millions of members across more than 800 wellness centers in 46 states and Guam. Its mission is to help individuals achieve and maintain well-being through accessible, affordable, and comprehensive care.By prioritizing exceptional healthcare experiences, Premise Health delivers:· Easy access to care – Strengthening patient-provider relationships and ensuring timely medical attention.· Cost transparency and affordability – Eliminating complex billing processes and providing clear, predictable healthcare costs.· Comprehensive care coordination – Enhancing efficiency through integrated provider collaboration and guiding patients through the healthcare system.The rising cost of healthcare necessitates innovative solutions. According to the Business Group on Health’s 2025 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey, nearly 15% of employers adopted non-traditional medical plans in 2025, with expectations for increased adoption in 2026. This shift highlights the demand for new benefits models like those introduced by Premise Health and Centivo, designed to help employers optimize their healthcare strategies.The financial burden of healthcare has escalated significantly, with insurance premiums increasing by nearly 50% over the past decade
What You Should Know:– Centivo, a pioneering healthcare company committed to making quality healthcare radically affordable, is thrilled to announce the launch of Centivo Care, a virtual primary care practice seamlessly integrated into Centivo-administered health plans.– This innovative platform addresses the growing challenge of primary care access, offering a streamlined digital experience that connects patients and providers with unprecedented ease.Revolutionizing Healthcare Access: Centivo Care’s Primary Care-Centered, Virtual-First ApproachCentivo is on a mission to make affordable, high-quality healthcare accessible to millions of workers who face challenges managing medical expenses. The company’s innovative health plan addresses inefficiencies in traditional employer-sponsored plans, reducing total care costs by 30% or more while delivering value to employers, employees, and partner health systems. In collaboration with leading local health systems, Centivo offers a primary care-centered model that integrates virtual care services for an effective alternative to conventional health insurance carriers.Centivo Care: A Pioneer in Virtual Primary CareCentivo Care stands out as one of the first virtual primary care practices to earn Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), highlighting its commitment to exceptional patient care. Designed for seamless, user-friendly experiences, the platform combines affordability with comprehensive, patient-centered services.Key features of Centivo Care include:Free Appointments: Patients benefit from cost-free consultations.Comprehensive Support: A dedicated primary care team integrates behavioral health services and urgent after-hours assistance.Ease of Access: The intuitive mobile app connects patients to providers anytime, anywhere.Specialist Referrals: Patients are seamlessly guided to in-network specialists for continuity of care when advanced treatment is necessary.Empowering Patients Through Digital ToolsCentivo Care places control in patients’ hands through its user-friendly app, enabling them to:Engage in continuous chat with their care team for questions and progress tracking.Access personalized care plans and after-visit summaries.Request prescription refills and receive preventive care reminders.Transition to in-person care when needed.This patient-centric approach has resulted in a 96% customer satisfaction (CSAT) score. One patient shared, “I received care that I otherwise would have skipped,” demonstrating how Centivo Care ensures patients access essential healthcare.A Holistic and Personalized ApproachUnlike traditional telemedicine, Centivo Care fosters long-term relationships between patients and their primary care teams, ensuring personalized, whole-person care. This model is particularly attractive to younger individuals, over 70% of whom prefer the convenience of virtual healthcare.Leadership and Strategic GrowthDr