{"id":10216,"date":"2023-11-29T07:04:38","date_gmt":"2023-11-29T07:04:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/?p=10216"},"modified":"2023-11-29T07:10:18","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T07:10:18","slug":"anthem-blue-cross-wellstar-forge-4-year-healthcare-pact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/anthem-blue-cross-wellstar-forge-4-year-healthcare-pact\/","title":{"rendered":"Anthem Blue Cross &#038; Wellstar Forge 4-Year Healthcare Pact"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p>Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield&#8217;s four-year agreement with Wellstar Health System guarantees uninterrupted access to healthcare for 350,000+ Georgia members until May 2027. This agreement secures their inclusion within Wellstar&#8217;s extensive network, spanning hospitals, medical offices, specialized centers, and urgent care facilities. The primary focus of this partnership is to facilitate effortless access to a wide range of medical services for Anthem beneficiaries, emphasizing stability and assurance. By cementing this pact, both entities aim to reinforce confidence among members, providing uninterrupted access to diverse healthcare services, and ultimately promoting stability and peace of mind for those reliant on these crucial medical resources.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia and Wellstar Health System have solidified a crucial four-year agreement, preserving continued healthcare access for over 350,000 Anthem members in Georgia until May 2027. This significant partnership secures inclusion in Wellstar&#8217;s comprehensive network, encompassing various medical facilities and specialized centers, ensuring uninterrupted access to essential healthcare services.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/anthem-blue-cross-wellstar-forge-4-year-healthcare-pact\/#Georgian_Anthem_Members_Assured_Wellstar_Network_Access\" >Georgian Anthem Members Assured Wellstar Network Access<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/anthem-blue-cross-wellstar-forge-4-year-healthcare-pact\/#Anthem_Wellstar_Agreement_Secures_Care_for_350K_Georgians\" >Anthem, Wellstar Agreement Secures Care for 350K+ Georgians<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Georgian_Anthem_Members_Assured_Wellstar_Network_Access\"><\/span><em>Georgian Anthem Members Assured Wellstar Network Access<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The scope of this four-year arrangement is extensive, impacting over 350,000 Anthem members across Georgia, as confirmed by a press release issued by the payer on November 27. Under this agreement, Anthem members can access services within the expansive Wellstar network, encompassing all 11 Wellstar hospitals, more than 325 medical offices, 35 imaging centers, 11 cancer centers, 91 rehab centers, 18 urgent care facilities, nine pediatric centers, and five health parks.<\/p>\n<p>This contract&#8217;s reach is substantial, ensuring that Anthem beneficiaries maintain seamless access to an array of healthcare services offered by Wellstar. With the inclusion of various medical facilities and specialized centers, the agreement aims to provide comprehensive care and accessibility to a wide spectrum of medical needs for Anthem members across Georgia.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anthem_Wellstar_Agreement_Secures_Care_for_350K_Georgians\"><\/span><em>Anthem, Wellstar Agreement Secures Care for 350K+ Georgians<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The agreement between Anthem and Wellstar is anticipated to significantly benefit the extensive Anthem membership in the state. It not only ensures continued access to a vast network of healthcare facilities but also guarantees comprehensive medical care and support for diverse health requirements. This stability and continuity in the healthcare network are crucial for members&#8217; peace of mind, allowing them to access essential medical services within a familiar and trusted healthcare system.<\/p>\n<p>For Anthem members, this agreement provides reassurance and confidence in their access to essential healthcare services, knowing that they can continue utilizing Wellstar&#8217;s extensive network without disruption or concerns about being out-of-network. The broad coverage across various medical specialties and facilities within Wellstar&#8217;s network ensures that diverse healthcare needs can be met efficiently and effectively.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the sustained partnership between Anthem and Wellstar signifies a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within the healthcare landscape. This collaboration is essential in ensuring that patients receive high-quality care while maintaining affordability and accessibility to necessary medical services.<\/p>\n<p>The comprehensive nature of this agreement is a testament to the dedication of both Anthem and Wellstar in prioritizing the well-being of the community they serve. By extending this agreement for a substantial period, both parties affirm their commitment to ensuring continued access to quality healthcare for Anthem members across Georgia.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the recent four-year contract agreement between Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia and Wellstar Health System signifies a milestone in securing uninterrupted access to healthcare services for over 350,000 Anthem members in Georgia. The expansive coverage provided by Wellstar&#8217;s extensive network ensures that members can access a wide range of medical services without disruption, promoting continuity of care and peace of mind for those relying on these healthcare services. This agreement highlights a commitment to maintaining robust healthcare networks, fostering collaborative relationships, and prioritizing the well-being of the community through sustained accessibility and quality care.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield&#8217;s four-year agreement with Wellstar Health System guarantees uninterrupted access to healthcare for 350,000+ Georgia&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/anthem-blue-cross-wellstar-forge-4-year-healthcare-pact\/\" style=\"white-space: nowrap;\">Continue Reading <i class=\"fas fa-long-arrow-alt-right\" style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10217,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-10216","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-distilinfo-originals","8":"entry"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10216"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10216"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10216\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10222,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10216\/revisions\/10222"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10217"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10216"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10216"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/distilinfo.com\/healthplan\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10216"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}