houston, February 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — St. Luke’s Health and its academic affiliates Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) has returned to its network with Cigna, adding the insurer to its larger group. in-network carrierThe deal opened the door for more than 66,000 Cigna patients to receive care from St. Luke’s Health network hospitals or Baylor physicians. The effective date of St. Luke’s Health is March 1, 2023the BCM date is January 9, 2023Patients can start booking in-network services now.Please ensure your booking is made after March 1, 2023.
St. Luke’s Health continues to work toward an expedited agreement with the transplant network, Cigna LifeSOURCE, to ensure coverage for transplant-related care.
“The new covenant is good news for thousands of families around the world. Southeast Texas People who have Cigna insurance and rely on St. Luke’s Health for care,” said St. Luke’s Health CEO. T. Douglas Lawson“This allows us to continue to provide the essential high-value, high-quality care our patients and their families have come to expect from us.”
The newly signed deal marks the end of a long period of time when St. Luke’s Health hospitals and BCM physicians have been away from Cigna and the network. “Ending our previous contract was a difficult decision,” Lawson said. It’s a great value option for good health care without a big impact on your premium rates. ”
“We would like to thank our patients, healthcare providers, employers and others for supporting our efforts during this closing period,” Lawson said.
Cigna-insured patients with questions about their medical options at St. Luke’s Health should contact a Cigna representative at the number on the back of their insurance card.
St. Luke’s Health is the world’s trusted and respected resource. houston When Southeast Texas medical community. St. Luke’s Health physicians conduct cutting-edge research while adhering to Christian healing ministry, with an integrated health network dedicated to providing advanced, compassionate care. In addition to our unique academic and community partnership with Baylor College of Medicine, Texas A&M Universityand St. Luke’s Health, the Texas Heart Institute, are nationally recognized for having the best doctors and hospitals in the country.
St. Luke’s Health’s network of clinically integrated care includes 16 high quality short term acute care hospitals, 5 independent emergency departments and 2 acute care/emergency centers. houston, Brian/College StationWhen Lufkin When east texasSt. Luke’s Health has more than 362 employees and 1,585 affiliated providers delivering superior care, employs more than 21,000 employees, providers and volunteers, and is supported by academic and community partners. We provide safe, high quality and compassionate care through our comprehensive network.
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