The Kaiser Permanente Difference
At Kaiser Permanente, we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Driven by our mission to provide the highest quality preventive medicine, we are committed to eliminating health care disparities, and to making lives better through innovation, technology, and research.
Our dedication to delivering the best possible care starts with creating an environment where everyone feels respected and supported - among our members, in our communities, and with each other. We believe that everyone - regardless of circumstance - deserves access to high-quality, affordable care, which further drives our motivation to expand our reach.
Founded 80 years ago, our unique business model sets us apart — positioning us to drive improvements across industry and around the world. By addressing and embracing the different needs and experiences of those we serve, we create stronger, healthier communities where everyone has an opportunity to achieve their best health.
Our Business Model
Operating in eight regions across the U.S., with headquarters in Oakland, California, the key to our model's success is having insurance, care providers, and care services all under one roof.

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Our not-for-profit insurance plans and offerings.
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The nonprofit, public benefit corporation that owns and operates community hospitals and outpatient facilities.
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Our physicians and clinicians, part of 8 independently operated medical groups.
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Numbers Based on Our 2023 Annual Report
Partnership in Practice
Inspiring ongoing communication, innovation, high performance, and pride, our Labor Management Partnership is the most comprehensive of its kind.
Working Here
We are 235,000+, working as one. And each one of us is essential to achieving our collective mission. Explore what it means to be a part of an incredible team that is leading an industry.
Our Events
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