Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and two major health systems, Southwestern Health Resources, which includes UT Southwestern and Texas Health Resources, reached a new contract agreement late Friday, ending a period of uncertainty for thousands of North Texans. The agreement, announced at 9:30 p.m., is retroactive to April 1 and will last for three years.
The negotiations between the insurer and the health systems had caused confusion among patients and had raised concerns about access to care. The resolution of the contract dispute means that patients with Blue Cross and Blue Shield insurance will continue to have access to the services provided by UT Southwestern and Texas Health Resources.
This new agreement ensures that patients will not face disruptions in their healthcare and can continue to receive the care they need from these major health systems. Both parties expressed relief and satisfaction with the outcome of the negotiations, emphasizing their commitment to providing quality healthcare to the community.
The resolution of the contract dispute represents a positive development for patients and healthcare providers in North Texas. The collaboration between Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and the health systems demonstrates a commitment to working together to address challenges and ensure that patients receive the care they need. This new agreement brings stability and assurance to the healthcare landscape in the region.
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