Some area seniors are having to switch gears with their medical teams heading into next year as a major health provider in the South Sound will no longer be a part of some Medicare Advantage plans.
Meanwhile, a local competitor has announced an expansion of coverage.
In a statement sent to The News Tribune in response to questions, MultiCare said Friday, “Beginning in 2026, MultiCare will no longer participate in Medicare Advantage PPO plans and will focus on HMO plans, which allow us to better coordinate care within our network. This change helps us provide more consistent, high-quality care for our patients.”…