Bright Health to offer Medicare Advantage plans in New York

Bright Health has announced its intention to offer Medicare Advantage plans in New York City, making this partnership the newest market addition to Bright Health's exclusive Care Partner collaborations.

The company received conditional approval from the federal government to begin offering Medicare Advantage plans to 65+ consumers plans in New York during this fall's 2019 annual enrollment period.

In New York City, Bright Health is partnering with Mount Sinai Health Partners whose clinically integrated network coordinates effective and efficient care for more than 350,000 patients.

This Care Partner collaboration offers Medicare Advantage plans that are both affordable and comprehensive. Under this model, Bright Health customers have access to Mount Sinai's Medicare provider network and a set of clinical affiliates, delivering care and coverage that's convenient, efficient and reliable.

In total, Bright Health members can take advantage of more than ­­­­­2,500 network providers, 300 community locations and seven hospitals spanning Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn. With an extensive care delivery footprint including the State of New York's first hospital-sponsored ACO to be granted a certificate of authority, Mount Sinai aims to be a local, regional and national leader in delivering the highest quality care, best experience and best value for its patients.