Highmark Health, a Pittsburgh-based health insurer, has recently announced layoffs that will affect 47 employees, including 11 in central Pennsylvania. This decision comes after a previous round of layoffs in March that impacted 182 individuals, including 40 in the Harrisburg region. The company justified these changes as part of its ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving member needs and community dynamics through its Living Health model while ensuring financial stability.
In a statement, Highmark Health emphasized the importance of transforming its operations to align with the quintuple aim: improving patient experiences, enhancing clinician satisfaction, promoting health equity and outcomes, and reducing costs. The organization is prioritizing the establishment of a future-ready workforce by assessing talent gaps, investing in high-demand roles like nursing, and leveraging technologies such as AI to meet consumer needs effectively and efficiently.
Despite the recent layoffs, Highmark Health has been actively hiring new employees to support its transformation efforts. In 2023, the company welcomed over 6,100 new employees across its various entities, reflecting a 2% year-over-year growth. Continuing this trend, Highmark Health has already hired more than 1,300 individuals this year.
Highmark Health serves as the parent company for Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, enGen
