United Healthcare No Longer Accepted at Infirmary Health Post-Contract

TL/DR –

The contract between United Healthcare and Infirmary Health has expired, and as a result, Infirmary Health hospitals will no longer accept United Healthcare insurance. However, those with Medicare Advantage through United Healthcare, those who are pregnant or in the midst of cancer treatment, and those visiting any Infirmary Medical Clinic are unaffected. Other hospitals, such as USA Providence Hospital, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Springhill Medical Center, and University Hospital will still accept United Healthcare insurance.

United Healthcare Insurance No Longer Accepted at Infirmary Health Hospitals

United Healthcare insurance holders in Mobile, Alabama, need to heed a crucial health alert. Infirmary Health’s contract with United Healthcare has expired, meaning Infirmary Health hospitals will no longer accept this particular insurance.

This change could cause concern for those who have United Healthcare and visit Infirmary Health physicians for care. However, important exemptions should be noted.

Who will not be affected by this change?

Policyholders with Medicare Advantage through United Healthcare will not be impacted. Additionally, those currently pregnant or amid cancer treatments are likely eligible for continuity of care. Furthermore, patients can still see their doctors at any Infirmary Medical clinic.

What happens if you need hospital care?

If you have United Healthcare insurance and require hospital services, Infirmary Health hospitals will not partake in your coverage. However, USA Providence Hospital, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Springhill Medical Center, and University Hospital continue to accept United Healthcare.

United Healthcare issued a statement regarding the situation, stating: “We remain fully committed to restoring network access to Infirmary Health’s hospitals… We’re negotiating in good faith and have proposed rate increases to ensure fair reimbursement for Infirmary Health.”

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