February 1, 2007
DANVILLE, PA – Conemaugh Health System has joined Geisinger Health Plan’s network of participating hospitals and providers. The agreement includes Memorial Medical Center, Meyersdale Medical Center, Miners Medical Center, Windber Medical Center, and Crichton Center for Advanced Rehabilitation. In addition, more than 300 physicians have joined the Health Plan’s network.
The new terms went into effect February 1 and will be effective for two years. The contract applies to all Geisinger Health Plan’s product lines.
“Conemaugh Health System provides patients with compassionate, efficient health care,” says Michael Morucci, GHP’s vice president of marketing and sales. “We are happy to offer Conemaugh Health System as a health care choice for our members. This new contract will allow our members to receive services close to home.”
The Conemaugh Health System (CHS) is the largest health care provider in West Central Pennsylvania, with a culture based on innovation, customer service and quality. CHS offers a continuum of care, from highly specialized services such as a Level 1 Regional Resource Trauma Center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit to award-winning community wellness and clinical care. CHS offers seven physician residencies and strong research affiliations with government and academic partners. The System has also provided leadership in regional economic and community development, including the launch of the InforMedx Group, the Greater Johnstown Technology Park and a neighborhood revitalization project in the 8th Ward section of Johnstown.
About Geisinger Health Plan
Begun in 1985, Geisinger Health Plan is one of the nation’s largest rural HMOs and serves more than 208,000 members in 40 counties throughout northeastern and central Pennsylvania. Geisinger Health Plan has held the highest accreditation level from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) since 1993. In addition, GHP was named one of the top ranked plans in Pennsylvania and ranked #74 across the nation in the U.S. News & World Report/NCQA America's Best Health Plans 2006 list.
Geisinger Health Plan members have access to complete health-care benefits ranging from preventive care and routine office visits to hospital care and major surgery. Coverage is available for businesses of all sizes, individuals and families, and Medicare beneficiaries. Self-funded and indemnity plans are sold through Geisinger Indemnity Insurance Company. PPO and high deductible plans are sold through Geisinger Quality Options, Inc.
For more information, please contact
Amy Bowen, Public Relations Specialist, (570) 271-8135