SAN DIEGO, CA — Sharp Health Plan, a not-for-profit health plan serving San Diegans for the past 25 years, announced today that they have once again been recognized nationally and in California for their high-quality care and service.
Sharp Health Plan achieved an “Excellent” accreditation, the highest status awarded by the
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), and is recognized among the nation's highest member-rated health plans with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 in NCQA's Private Health Insurance Plan
Ratings 2018-19. NCQA is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving health care quality that accredits and certifies a wide range of health care organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance.
NCQA is committed to providing health care quality information for consumers, purchasers, health care providers and researchers.
In addition to this prestigious national recognition, Sharp Health Plan is rated the highest member-rated
health plan in California — for the fourth year in a row — with the highest member ratings for health care, health plan and personal doctor among reporting California health plans.1 And, Sharp
Health Plan earned a 5-star rating - the highest possible - in Covered California's 2018
Coverage Year Quality Ratings for Summary Quality Rating, Getting the Right Care and Plan
Services for Members.2
“We raise the bar in excellent, cost-effective care thanks to our high level of integration with the Sharp HealthCare delivery system,” explains Cary B. Shames, DO, chief medical officer of Sharp Health Plan. “By going above and beyond
in partnering with Sharp-affiliated doctors, hospitals and other providers, we are able to help improve members' quality of care.”
“Our members are at the center of everything we do,” says Melissa Hayden Cook, president and chief executive officer of Sharp Health Plan. “We're committed to providing affordable, high-quality health care and coverage that exceeds our
members' expectations. San Diegans expect The Sharp Experience - the best patient-centered care and highest level of service you could ask for from your health insurance. This customer-based approach has earned us recognitions in the state of California
and nationwide, year after year.”
As part of its commitment to members and the larger San Diego community, Sharp Health Plan strives to deliver high-quality, affordable coverage that is accessible, easy to use and personalized to each of its members. More information about Sharp Health
Plan's honors and accreditations can be found at sharphealthplan.com/honors.
About Sharp Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan is a not-for-profit health plan that has been serving San Diegans since 1992. With over 140,000 members, Sharp Health Plan offers San Diegans access to high-quality and affordable health insurance through their individual and family
plans, commercial group plans, and Medicare plans. They continue to be recognized nationally and locally for their award-winning healthcare for San Diegans of all ages. To learn more, visit sharphealthplan.com.