Concentra, Century Healthcare Present New Options for Health Care Coverage

ADDISON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the health care reform debate rages on, the majority of the discussion has focused on the merits of a public option versus private plans. However, health leaders understand that quality and affordable health care is not a one-size-fits-all issue. To help meet the individual needs of patients and employers, a new limited-benefit medical program from Century Healthcare is providing coverage for employees and keeping employer health care costs low by offering various health care solutions – without any congressional hearing needed.

“We welcome this opportunity to bring our quality health solutions to patients through an innovative new channel”

Instead of waiting for a new government entity to address the need for greater health care coverage, Century Healthcare has developed a new limited-benefit medical plan that offers wide-range coverage and various health options. Designed to meet the individual needs of employees and their eligible dependents, this innovative offering allows plan members to access more than 300 national Concentra Urgent Care centers for numerous medical services, including:

Primary care
Adult wellness services
Diagnostics and testing
X-ray services
Physical therapy

Plan options also include coverage for in and outpatient surgery, hospital confinement, emergency room visits, and a discount on prescription drugs that can save up to 70 percent on preferred brand and generic drugs. Depending on the level of coverage elected, a patient’s out-of-pocket cost could be as little as $20 for a complete medical visit at Concentra.

“We welcome this opportunity to bring our quality health solutions to patients through an innovative new channel,” said Concentra Chief Executive Officer Jim Greenwood. “The combination of Concentra’s expertise in convenient health care delivery with Century Healthcare’s limited-benefit medical plan allows employers to provide effective health and wellness programs to employees, and is perfectly aligned with our mission of improving America’s health, one patient at a time.”

Skyrocketing health care costs are a major concern for many Americans, as they continue to pay more for health care plans and get less for their money. Through Century’s limited-benefit medical plan, participants may enjoy wide-range coverage for the majority of health conditions, at a fraction of the cost of major medical plans. By adding the care and expertise of Concentra Urgent Care centers to Century Healthcare’s limited-benefit medical plan, employers and employees now have greater options to get the most from their health care benefits.

“In today’s economic climate, many companies and individuals in America are cutting back on their health care because of rising costs,” said Century Healthcare Regional Vice President, Sales, Steve Formhals. “Now more than ever, Century Healthcare’s limited-benefit medical plan, coupled with Concentra’s medical proficiency, is an excellent way for patients to benefit from affordable health care without having to compromise the quality of their health or the care they receive.”

A key element in the debate over health care reform is lower costs for both patients and employers. The Century Healthcare limited-benefit medical plan option offers a mainstream health care solution for employees with tight budgets, where affordability and first dollar coverage is critical. The program covers many day-to-day expenses, and employees and their eligible dependents can not be excluded due to pre-existing conditions. Century Healthcare’s affordable limited-benefit medical plan is designed to provide immediate savings to patients, while improving access to quality medical care, made possible by Concentra and its affiliated physicians and medical providers.

During the past 30 years Concentra has developed a reputation as the country’s leading provider of quality, affordable health care services. Today, Concentra continues to present new options in employee health care with innovative solutions and advanced delivery methods, while at the same time yielding a cost-savings to employers. For more information about the Concentra’s health and wellness solutions, visit www.Concentra.com.

About Concentra®

Concentra is a leading health care company focused on improving America’s health, one patient at a time. Through its affiliated clinicians, the company provides occupational medicine, urgent care, physical therapy, and wellness services from more than 300 medical centers in 40 states. In addition to these medical center locations, Concentra serves employers by providing a broad range of health advisory services and operating more than 250 worksite medical facilities. Through this complement of services, Concentra intends to raise the standard of health by putting individuals first, treating them with clinical excellence, and focusing on their ongoing wellness.

www.Concentra.com | www.ConcentraUrgentCare.com

About Century Healthcare

Century Healthcare (CHC) is a leader in the limited medical benefit plan industry. Founded in 2003, CHC is committed to helping employers meet the challenges of today’s complex healthcare environment. CHC’s industry expertise and alliances with “A” rated carriers and regional and national PPO networks, allow CHC to offer smart, affrordable healthcare solutions. CHC plans are customizable, resulting in greater options for affordable health care, lower costs, and simplified administration.