Trinity Health reached agreement to accept United Healthcare insurance provider

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – An agreement has been reached between Trinity Health Of New England and United Healthcare to continue offering patients in-network access.

In July, Trinity Health said they’ve been forced out of the network by United Healthcare. Trinity Health said they were not adequately paid by the insurance provider and both companies have been attempting to negotiate a new contract.

In a news release sent to 22News from Trinity Health Of New England, a multi-year agreement has been reached with United Healthcare. This ensures in-network access to Trinity Health Of New England hospitals, doctors, and specialists for patients covered by United Healthcare commercial and Medicare Advantage plans, effective August 19th.

“Our goal always is to avoid disruptions for patients,” said Montez Carter, PharmD, FACHE, President and CEO, of Trinity Health Of New England. “This agreement was necessary to ensure Trinity Health Of New England can continue delivering the high-quality affordable care people need. With fair reimbursement, we can continue to invest in our colleagues, medical staff, innovative treatments and important health programs, protecting access to care now and in the future.”

Trinity Health owns medical centers in Springfield and Chicopee including Saint Francis Hospital, Saint Mary’s Hospital, Johnson Memorial Hospital, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital, Mercy Medical Center, and Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group.

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