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Deadline Passes: Northern Light Health, Anthem Contract Negotiations Stall

11/2/2025

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Northern Light Health and Anthem, the insurer, failed to reach a contract by the October 31 deadline.
Northern Light Health President Dr. R. Guy Hudson said patients will continue to receive in-network care without disruption.
Negotiations have been ongoing for months over reimbursement rates.
Emergency care remains in-network under federal law.
Northern Light Health hospitals could become out-of-network after December 31 if no agreement is reached.

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Story summary

Northern Light Health and Anthem, the insurer, failed to reach a contract by the October 31 deadline.
Northern Light Health President Dr. R. Guy Hudson said patients will continue to receive in-network care without disruption.
Negotiations have been ongoing for months over reimbursement rates.
Emergency care remains in-network under federal law.
Northern Light Health hospitals could become out-of-network after December 31 if no agreement is reached.