Humana and BlackRock form joint venture for senior clinics
HUM•BlackRock will replace WCAS as Humana’s partner in a venture that owns nearly 150 senior primary care clinics, in a deal valued at about $2.8 billion. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
1. New venture partner
Humana said BlackRock would acquire the majority ownership stake previously held by Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe in the joint venture, which owns nearly 150 senior primary care clinics. Humana’s CenterWell division will retain a minority stake and continue to run day-to-day operations at all locations.
2. Expected closing
The deal is valued at about $2.8 billion and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
