Recently, US News and World Report published a special issue on healthcare plans.   Out of 257 accredited plans, HNE was ranked number 11 – within the top ten percent of all health plans in the United States.  HNE's overall score was 89.9 – the highest score received by any plan was 93.  HNE scored five-star rankings in the categories of "Access to Care,"  "Prevention" and "Treatment."

According to Pat Scheer, HNE Quality Operations Manager, "The high ranking we received in this report is evidence of HNE's ability to deliver, measure and continually improve upon quality services for our members.   This recognition should be a source of pride for every associate, provider and member associated with HNE."