Sustainability

Leading in the development of the next-generation health system in a socially conscious way.

How We Do It

At UnitedHealth Group, sustainability is an extension of our business strategy as we work to shape a health system that works better for everyone. We are committed to driving distinct value for our shareholders and society at large by leading in the development of the next-generation health system in a socially conscious way.

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Women’s History Month: Passion Meets Purpose

This March, we’re celebrating Women’s History Month and honoring innovative women like OptumHealth employee Andrea Deanovic Schmidt, co-creator of a first-of-its-kind program to support living organ donors.

Mar 01, 2021

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Rebuilding the Health of the Twin Cities

Read about our work with local nonprofit organizations to help rebuild and restore the health of the Twin Cities and advance health equity for all.

Fueled by a donation from @UnitedHealthGrp, @VisitLakeStreet has distributed $750,000 in grants to 10 health-focused businesses along Lake Street. https://t.co/GGzm1w8nlQ
— Twin Cities Business (@TCBmag) March 25, 2021

With $1M from UnitedHealth Group, NAZ and its Northside Partners announced they’re doubling food delivery to reach 300 families. Thank you @UnitedHealthGrp and partners for ensuring no Northsiders go hungry! @NorthPointMpls @mn_kitchen @afcmn @Humanity_Ally @2harvest pic.twitter.com/jr1BdNvtFC
— NAZ (@NAZMpls) February 20, 2021

Always appreciate local media stopping by to check in on our work! We stopped by @UnitedHealthGrp, who has been an amazing partner, this morning. Without these partnerships we wouldn’t be able to keep up with not only our busiest November and December, but busiest year ever. pic.twitter.com/OTSZupwJko
— Loaves & Fishes MN (@Loaves_FishesMN) December 22, 2020

Our People

We seek out individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in transforming health care for one person, one health system at a time. Our 325,000 team members worldwide are aligned around basic values — integrity, compassion, relationships, innovation and performance — that inspire our behavior as individuals and as an enterprise.

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Health Equity

We are working to build a company culture of inclusivity, address health disparities and help create a more equitable society.

Business Conduct

We are committed to meeting the highest standards of ethical behavior and appropriate business conduct in everything we do, every day.

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Healthier Communities

We combine our knowledge, experience and compassion – as an enterprise and as individuals – to make a meaningful difference in the communities where we live and work.

United Health Foundation

Our not-for-profit, private foundation collaborates with community partners to improve health and health care.

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United for Giving

Our people give generously to charitable causes they care deeply about and volunteer their time and skills to serve others.

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