Anthem Managed Care Update

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Southwest General Reach New, Multi-Year Agreement

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio and Southwest General Health Center have reached a new, multi-year network participation agreement.

This agreement ensures continued, uninterrupted in-network access to Southwest General and its affiliated physicians for Anthem members across Northeast Ohio. Patients can continue receiving care from the physicians, caregivers and facilities they know and trust--without disruption.

Southwest General remains committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care close to home, and we appreciate Anthem's partnership in reaching an agreement that supports patient access and continuity of care.

Have questions?

Anthem members should contact Anthem Member Services using the phone number listed on the back of their Anthem ID card for plan-specific details.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Did Southwest General and Anthem reach an agreement?

A. Yes. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio and Southwest General Health Center have finalized a new, multi-year network participation agreement.

Q. What does this mean for Anthem members?

A. Anthem members continue to have in-network access to Southwest General and its affiliated physicians. There is no interruption in coverage as a result of this agreement.

Q. Does this affect my ability to see my current provider?

A. No. Patients may continue seeing their Southwest General provider and receiving care at Southwest General facilities without disruption.

Q. Are hospital and physician services included?

A. Yes. The agreement includes Southwest General Health Center and its affiliated physicians who participate in Anthem networks.

Q. Do I need to take any action?

A. No action is required. Coverage continues as normal under this new agreement.

Q. What if I have questions about my specific Anthem plan?

A. For plan-specific questions, Anthem members should call Member Services at the phone number listed on the back of their Anthem ID card.