Ambetter, Marathon Health to offer $0 primary care visits for eligible Indiana Ambetter CHOICE members in 2027

Centene Corporation’s Ambetter Health Solutions announced on 2026-10-07 that it is partnering with Marathon Health to expand primary care access for eligible Ambetter CHOICE members in select Indiana counties. The press release says eligible members will have $0 primary care visits, $0 lab services and access to Marathon’s virtual primary care beginning in 2027; Ambetter described the offering as available through CHOICE Arrangements (formerly ICHRA).

Centene’s release characterizes Marathon as an advanced primary care provider offering in-person, nearsite and virtual services including lab testing, chronic condition support, mental health services and navigation. Centene reported that Marathon’s model has shown, among engaged members, 15% fewer emergency-room visits and 41% fewer inpatient admissions. The release also says members will receive information about available services and how to access care prior to the start of the 2027 plan year.

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