Network connection restored: Uncertainty ends as Portneuf Health and Regence settle insurance disagreement
Portneuf Health and Regence Blue Shield Reach Agreement POCATELLO — Portneuf Health and Regence Blue Shield of Idaho have finalized a long-term agreement that reinstates in-network access for Regence members at the Portneuf facility. This marks the end of a month-long dispute that had left many patients in southeastern Idaho facing higher out-of-pocket costs. The […]
As Portneuf and Regence keep discussing their contract, the CEO and spokesperson explain the issues at hand.
Contract Dispute Leaves Many Without Coverage POCATELLO – A breakdown in contract negotiations between Portneuf Health and Regence Blue Cross of Idaho has left thousands in East Idaho without in-network insurance after their existing contract expired earlier this week. Policyholders with Regence are now faced with tough choices: drive out of town for non-routine medical […]
Numerous people in eastern Idaho may face the loss of health insurance because of unexpected contract talks between Portneuf and Regence.
Potential Loss of Insurance Coverage in Southeastern Idaho POCATELLO — A number of residents in southeastern Idaho may soon find themselves without insurance, as a disagreement between Portneuf Medical Center and a major insurance provider unfolds. Regence Blue Shield of Idaho, a prominent player in the local insurance market, has revealed that it is in […]
Legacy Health is no longer in network for Regence members.
Contract Termination Between Legacy Health and Regence PORTLAND, OREGON — Legacy Health’s agreement with Regence has ended after the two entities couldn’t come to terms on reimbursement rates. Michael Cole, president of Regence Blue Cross, Blue Shield of Oregon, noted that their discussions were ultimately unproductive as they failed to establish rates that would address […]
Regence and OHSU remain in a contract impasse over insurance coverage
Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield Negotiations with OHSU There’s a situation brewing between Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield members and the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) along with Hillsboro Medical Center. They might not stay in the network much longer; contract negotiations have hit a snag. The current contract is set to expire on […]