Austin, TX— CommUnityCare Health Centers is proud to announce that Tara Trower, the organization’s Chief Strategy Officer and Interim Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Sendero Health Plans, a local nonprofit health insurance company and member of the Central Health Enterprise. 

“Tara’s appointment represents a significant step forward in advancing systemwide alignment to better serve our communities,” said Dr. Nicholas Yagoda, CommUnityCare Health Centers Chief Executive Officer and Central Health Executive Vice President of Ambulatory Services. “Her deep operational insight and strategic acumen will bring valuable perspective to Sendero’s work and will ultimately benefit the patients we all serve.” 

Sendero Health Plans provides health insurance coverage to Central Texans, including individuals who are medically complex, low-income, or who face barriers to accessing care. The organization plays a key role in expanding access to affordable health coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace. 

With Trower serving on the board, CommUnityCare Health Centers will gain valuable insight into local health insurance strategy and operations. This will strengthen the organization’s ability to advocate for patients and respond to changes in coverage, cost, and access to care. Her appointment reinforces the organization’s commitment to building a more equitable and sustainable healthcare system in Travis County. 

“Every decision we make about coverage and care has a direct impact on the lives of the people we serve,” said Trower. “I’m honored to represent community health centers in this work and committed to ensuring that patients’ voices remain central as we build a more connected, equitable healthcare system in Travis County.” 

 

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About CommUnityCare Health Centers 

Central Texas Community Health Centers, dba CommUnityCare is a 501.c.3 tax-exempt charitable corporation operating a network of 30+ federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in Central Texas. Our mission is to strengthen the health and well-being of the communities we serve. The services at CommUnityCare Health Centers are available regardless of insurance status or household income. For more information, please visit https://communitycaretx.org.