No agreement yet: deadline approaches for contract talks between Northern Light and Anthem
BANGOR, Maine Friday marks the deadline for Northern Light Health and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield to finalize a new contract. Anthem released a statement expressing frustration, saying, “Despite our best efforts, including doubling the proposed payment rate increase, we are extremely disappointed that Northern Light Health’s latest request is a 24.8% increase in hospital […]
With the ceasefire in place, thousands journey to northern Gaza
Thousands of Displaced Palestinians Return to Northern Gaza On Friday, a significant number of Palestinians who had been displaced began their return journey to northern Gaza following the activation of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Images captured by Gaza-based freelance photojournalist Fadel Mugari showcased the moments right after the ceasefire announcement near the Mediterranean […]
Landslide strikes a bus in northern India, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 individuals
Late Tuesday, a tragic landslide in northern India resulted in the death of at least 15 individuals, according to local officials. The bus was navigating the hilly vicinity of the Vilaspur district when the landslide occurred, following a period of heavy rainfall. At the time, there were approximately 20 to 25 passengers on board. Among […]
Northern Light and Anthem reach a 30-day extension while negotiating a long-term agreement.
Northern Light Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield announced on Wednesday that they will extend their current contracts for an additional 30 days while continuing negotiations for a long-term agreement. This temporary extension ensures that Northern Light doctors and healthcare providers, including primary care professionals, can still offer services under Anthem’s personal health […]
Northern Light and Anthem decide to extend their contract by 30 days
Northern Light Health and Anthem Extend Contracts for 30 Days Brewer, Maine (WABI) – In a press release issued Wednesday afternoon, Northern Light Health and Anthem announced they have agreed to extend their existing contracts for an additional 30 days. This extension aims to facilitate ongoing discussions towards a long-term agreement focused on affordability, patient […]
Northern Light is no longer in-network for Anthem customers. Here’s what this means.
Northern Light Health’s contract with Anthem Insurance has come to an end after months of negotiation failure during mediation. While some organizations may still be working on agreements, many patients will start facing out-of-network fees from today. If you receive care from Northern Light and have insurance through Anthem, here’s what to keep in mind: […]
Anthem requests more time for reimbursement talks with Northern Light Health.
Ongoing Dispute Between Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Northern Light Health PORTLAND – The stalemate between Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Northern Light Health drags on, with thousands of patients caught in the middle. Northern Light plans to sever ties with Anthem late Wednesday night if an agreement isn’t reached. An Anthem representative […]
Northern Light to exit Anthem network following unsuccessful contract negotiations
Northern Light Health and Anthem Conclude Negotiations Without Agreement After several weeks of negotiations, Northern Light Health and Anthem have failed to come to an agreement regarding the inclusion of the health system’s hospitals and doctors in Anthem’s insurance network. On Tuesday, Northern Light spokesperson Suzanne Spruce confirmed to Bangor Daily News that negotiations had […]
Deadline approaches for Northern Light Health and Anthem contract agreement
Uncertainty for Patients in Maine as Negotiations Continue Bangor, Maine – Over 30,000 patients in Maine are facing uncertainty as the deadline for contract negotiations between Northern Light Health and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield approaches. The two companies need to finalize their agreements by the end of Tuesday. If they do not reach a […]
Two people die in Cuba as Tropical Storm Imelda brings heavy rainfall to the northern Caribbean.
Most schools in the Bahamas were closed on Monday due to heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Imelda, which has been impacting the northern Caribbean. The storm is situated roughly 165 miles (270 km) north of the Bahamas, near Great Abaco Island, which is still in recovery mode after being hit by Hurricane Dorian in 2019 […]