Miami, FL. (April 3, 2024) – Independent Living Systems (ILS), a leading provider of health and social services for complex populations in the Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible markets, is honored to be named a finalist for the prestigious 2024 South Florida Business Journal Company of the Year Award.
The South Florida Business Journal Company of the Year Award recognizes outstanding businesses that demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, community involvement, and
financial performance.
The recognition highlights ILS's commitment to innovation, excellence, and community impact.
For over 20 years, ILS has served the most vulnerable populations with a compassionate team of over 1,400 people committed to improving the life of the most susceptible in our community.
"Being named a finalist for the South Florida Business Journal Company of the Year is a
tremendous recognition of our team's dedication to improving the lives of those we serve," said Nesto Plana, CEO of ILS. "We are proud to contribute to the economic and social well-being of South Florida and will continue to work with our partners to ensure person-centered, comprehensive health and social care for those that we serve.”
With a focus on empowering individuals to live independently and improve their quality of life,
ILS has made significant strides in driving positive outcomes and transforming health care delivery.
Mr. Plana founded ILS to assist health plans and other organizations in the delivery of
community-based services as an alternative to costly institutional based care. Through diverse partnerships and a compassionate staff, ILS ensures person-centered, comprehensive health and social care for more than 4 million
members.
The honor from South Florida Business Journal comes only a few months after Latino Leaders magazine named ILS the largest Latino privately-owned health care company in the United
States.
