What does Kaiser Permanente do?

Kaiser Permanente is an integrated managed care consortium founded in 1945 and headquartered in Oakland, California. The organization provides high-quality, affordable prepaid health care services through its health plan, hospitals, and medical groups. Kaiser Permanente emphasizes prevention, evidence-based care, and community health improvement. The roots of Kaiser Permanente trace back to the 1930s, when it began as a medical care plan for workers on major construction projects. It expanded significantly during World War II, providing comprehensive care to shipyard workers. The organization adopted its current name in 1953 and has since grown to include a network of hospitals and medical groups across various regions, including Southern California, the Pacific Northwest, and Hawaii. Kaiser Permanente is committed to improving the health of its members and the communities it serves through innovative practices and a focus on integrated care delivery.