AmeriHealth
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Health insurance |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Headquarters | Cranbury, New Jersey , United States |
Area served | New Jersey, United States (nationwide coverage through PHCS PPO) |
| Products | Health insurance plans, wellness programs |
AmeriHealth is a health insurance company based in Cranbury, New Jersey that provides coverage to both employers and individuals throughout New Jersey. Through its affiliation with PHCS, a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), it extends coverage nationwide and includes wellness initiatives and incentive schemes as part of its offerings.
History
Originally established in 1995 under the name Delaware Valley HMO, AmeriHealth initially catered to employers located in Pennsylvania and select southern New Jersey counties such as Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem. By 1997, the company broadened its service area to encompass the entire state of New Jersey. In 2013, AmeriHealth introduced plans available on New Jersey’s federally operated health insurance exchange.
Wellness programs
AmeriHealth provides on-site health coaching through nurse wellness specialists tailored for small to medium-sized organizations within New Jersey. Its workplace wellness offerings consist of health education sessions, seminars, health screenings, and ongoing support from registered nurses. The Embrace Well-Being incentive program motivates individuals and groups by supplying resources and rewards aimed at encouraging healthier lifestyle choices.
Community involvement
Demonstrating its dedication to Newark’s development, AmeriHealth is the sponsor of the New Jersey Devils’ training center, known as the AmeriHealth Pavilion. The company also supports Special Olympics New Jersey’s yearly “Lincoln Tunnel Challenge,” which drew 3,500 participants in 2009. Furthermore, AmeriHealth contributes to the Benjamin Franklin Bridge Challenge benefiting the Larc School for students with disabilities and serves as a sponsor for Rutgers University along with various local minor league baseball franchises.