Cincinnati-based TriHealth and UnitedHealthcare have successfully negotiated a new agreement just hours before their previous contract was set to expire. This deal ensures that TriHealth’s hospitals, outpatient centers, and physicians will remain in-network for thousands of patients across Greater Cincinnati who rely on UnitedHealthcare’s employer-sponsored, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid health plans.
In a statement, TriHealth expressed its satisfaction with the agreement, emphasizing that it will allow for continued, uninterrupted care for patients under UnitedHealthcare’s various plans. Mark C. Clement, President and CEO of TriHealth, highlighted the organization’s primary goal of serving the health care needs of the Greater Cincinnati community. He acknowledged the challenging period of uncertainty during the negotiations, reassuring patients that the resolution allows them to focus on their health and well-being.
The news of the agreement brings relief to many residents of Cincinnati who were worried about potential disruptions in their health care access. Prior to the new deal, they faced concerns about rising health care costs and the possibility of having to seek care outside of their current providers if an agreement was not reached before the new year.
This development reinforces TriHealth’s commitment to providing high-quality health care services to its patients and ensures continuity of care for those under UnitedHealthcare insurance. The resolution of these negotiations serves as a reminder of the important partnerships within the health care community, aimed at improving patient outcomes and access to essential services.