Negotiations threaten Premera coverage for over 100K MultiCare patients in WA

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: May 8, 2026

Words: 721

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Starting in June, Washingtonians on Premera Blue Cross insurance may no longer pay in-network rates at MultiCare hospitals and clinics, if the insurer and healthcare organization can’t agree on reimbursements.

The situation is the latest symptom of fragility in the healthcare system, as hospitals grapple with federal spending cuts while insurers and their customers struggle to keep up with rapidly increasing costs.

With no agreement on how much Premera will reimburse MultiCare providers, …

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