What You Need to Know 

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Vanderbilt Health and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee have reached a mutual decision not to renew the contract for BlueAdvantage (PPO) after Dec. 31, 2024. This means that, as of Jan. 1, 2025, Vanderbilt Health facilities and providers will be removed from our BlueAdvantage (PPO) network. We know many of our Medicare Advantage members value having their Vanderbilt providers in network. That’s why we’re sharing this news now. We know the doctor-patient relationship is important to you. If you want to keep seeing your Vanderbilt doctor, then you may want to work with an insurance broker to find a Medicare Advantage plan that has Vanderbilt in their network. If you prefer to not change plans, our network has many other providers to choose from.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Our current Medicare Advantage PPO contract with Vanderbilt Health extends through Dec. 31, 2024 — so you won’t see any change or impact until Jan. 1, 2025.
  • Our Medicare Advantage members covered by a BlueAdvantage (PPO) plan will still be able to receive transplant care from Vanderbilt facilities and providers. But all other forms of care will be considered out-of-network after Dec. 31, 2024.
  • If our Medicare Advantage members covered by a BlueAdvantage (PPO) plan have a true emergency, they should go to the closest emergency room, including those at Vanderbilt Health facilities, even after Dec. 31, 2024. Check out our FAQ page for additional information.
  • We’ll work to help you find care from our other in-network providers. Annual enrollment runs from Oct. 15-Dec. 7, and Medicare Advantage members who stay with BlueAdvantage will have many other in-network providers to choose from. 

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