The two companies aim to improve health care challenges and close gaps in specific communities in the state

NEW YORK—CINQCARE, a company that focuses on delivering care to minority communities, and health company Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), are teaming up to serve Medicare Advantage members throughout New York.

Together, the two companies aim to improve health care challenges and close gaps in specific communities in the state.

"Our partnership with Humana represents a pivotal moment in our ongoing dedication to deliver care that treats members like family," said Rodney Armstead, M.D., CINQCARE's chief medical officer. "Together, Humana and CINQCARE will work to create a positive and enduring impact on improving health, care and well-being in the homes and communities of those who need it most."

CINQCARE, through its "Care at Home" model, will offer care management to qualifying Humana members including around-the-clock telephonic nurse support and remote monitoring, and at-home services including visits from nurses and physicians.

"At Humana, our unwavering commitment has always been to provide high-quality care and improve health outcomes," said Humana Northeast Regional Medicare President Julie Mascari. "By combining our expertise and resources, Humana and CINQCARE hope to make significant strides in improving the health and well-being of the diverse population of Medicare Advantage members we serve in New York."