Recognizing the important role hospitals and physicians play in caring for communities, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) has confirmed that all Prime Healthcare Illinois hospitals and medical groups – including St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet – will remain in network beyond June 1, 2026.
Prime Healthcare appreciates BCBSIL’s recognition of the importance of preserving access to care for patients and communities across Illinois, especially those who rely on essential safety net services. Consistent with Prime’s mission-driven commitment to health equity and social responsibility, recognized nationally by the Lown Institute, patients will continue to have uninterrupted access to care without increased costs, and BCBSIL will correct previously issued termination notices related to the June 1 date.
Prime Healthcare remains contracted with all major health plans in Illinois and is committed to continuing to work in good faith with BCBSIL to protect patient access and support the long-term sustainability of hospitals providing essential services across Illinois…