Anthem BCBS, Franciscan Alliance Partner for ACO

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has signed a new accountable care contract with the Mishawaka, Ind.-based Franciscan Alliance hospital system.

The three-year contract begins April 1 and involves all 11 of Franciscan's hospitals in Indiana, according to an Indianapolis Business Journal report.

"We're very enthused with Franciscan and their willingness to go this route," said David Lee, MD, Anthem's vice president for provider engagement and contract, in the report. "It says they want to do what's best for patients."

Franciscan is now accountable for the cost and quality of care provided to almost 63,000 patients who are insured with Anthem, according to the report.

This is the first ACO Anthem has formed in Indiana. Dr. Lee told the Indianapolis Business Journal the insurer is having discussions with other hospital systems in the state about forming accountable care organizations. 

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