April 13, 2023
After a long negotiation, EvergreenHealth has come to terms with Premera and rescinded their termination. This new multi-year agreement ensures there is no disruption for Premera members who receive care at EvergreenHealth.
The new contract allows members across all Premera lines of business, including commercial, individual, and Medicare Advantage, to retain in-network access at EvergreenHealth, which has facilities throughout King and Snohomish counties. It also represents collaboration between the two organizations to provide stability and access to affordable care, and focuses on improving the patient experience through value-based reimbursements.
The current economic environment in the healthcare industry is challenging for everyone. Like health systems, Washington businesses and Premera aren’t immune from serious financial pressures. These negotiations are not about Premera; they are about our customers. Double-digit rate increases are not sustainable for our customers. We work closely with our provider partners to find ways to improve quality lower costs, reduce administrative burden, and offer reasonable rate increases. We served as your advocate during these discussions. We’re grateful for the patience of our customers as we worked hard with the team at EvergreenHealth to reach an agreement.
Additional information including frequently asked questions and a series of videos from the Premera Provider Network Management team can be found on the Premera Healthsource blog.