Today we announced that we were able to successfully negotiate a nationwide contract extension with UnitedHealthcare so our patients remain in network. We are pleased we can continue our long-term relationship with UnitedHealthcare. The new agreement also provides an opportunity for clinicians and payors to work together to make progress toward a more effective healthcare system.
We have ensured that our patients who are covered by UnitedHealthcare have in-network access to Envision Healthcare clinicians and that our clinicians receive reasonable reimbursement for that care.