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Sonora, CA — Those with Anthem Blue Cross health insurance will be able to continue to use Adventist Health Sonora as their network hospital.
After weeks of negotiations, a new multi-year contract was announced by both parties.
John Pickett, regional vice president of Anthem Blue Cross, said, “We are pleased to have entered into a mutual agreement with Adventist Health that provides our members with continued access to care at Adventist Health facilities. The successful resolution of our discussions builds on our long-term partnership and shared commitment to providing access to high-quality care to members of the communities we serve.
The new agreement takes effect immediately.
Michelle Fuentes, president of Adventist Health Sonora, adds, “Each of us at Adventist Health Sonora loves caring for this community, and we are thrilled that this contract allows us to continue to provide quality care to Anthem members. Blue Cross in the Mother Lode. Thank you to all of our patients for trusting us with their care and for their patience through this process.
Details and specific terms of the contract have not been made public.