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Missouri Care, a subsidiary of WellCare Health Plans, has signed an agreement with SSM Health that provides in-network coverage to Missouri Care's MO HealthNet Managed Care (Medicaid) members.
The agreement includes access to SSM Health's academic medical centers, community hospitals, physicians, urgent care centers, ambulatory care centers and other services and facilities.
"Our agreement with SSM Health further supports Missouri Care's effort to partner with strong provider networks to provide the best care for our members," said Lou Gianquinto, president of Missouri Care.
"Our members' health is our first priority, and our focus is ensuring they get the right care at the right time, in the most appropriate setting. Our partnership with SSM Health will help deliver cost-effective health care solutions for our members."
Under the agreement, Missouri Care and WellCare's Medicaid members will have access to more than 75 SSM Health locations and over 3,000 providers, covering more than 100 medical specialties, throughout the state of Missouri.
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