Transcarent and OrthoForum Value Network Partner to Expand Local Access to High-Quality Orthopedic Care

Partnership expands access to more than 160 of the country’s leading independent orthopedic groups and 12,000 clinicians with coordinated care and bundled surgery pricing

SAN FRANCISCO & KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Transcarent, the first agentic AI-powered health and care platform, today announced a strategic partnership with OrthoForum Value Network (OVN), one of the nation’s premier physician-led musculoskeletal (MSK) clinically integrated networks. The partnership represents more than 160 leading, independent orthopedic practices across 47 states, giving Transcarent Members the ability to access surgery sooner and closer to home through coordinated access and bundled pricing that provides high-quality, cost predictability for both Members and their employers.

For people who need orthopedic surgery, finding a qualified surgeon is only part of the challenge. Scheduling delays, travel requirements, and uncertainty about costs can make getting care more difficult. Transcarent and OVN help to address these barriers to high-quality care through an expanded local network, coordinated referrals, and scheduling assistance to reduce delays between a surgical recommendation and treatment, and bundled pricing established before care begins.

“A surgery benefit should do more than help someone find a surgeon. It should help people confirm whether they need surgery, know how soon they can get care, and what it will cost,” said Glen Tullman, Chief Executive Officer of Transcarent. “Together with OVN, we're expanding access to independent orthopedic practices closer to where our Members live and work, helping them get required surgery, and providing clear, up-front pricing so they can focus on their recovery.”

Transcarent’s end-to-end MSK & Surgery Care experience begins with an orthopedic consult or expert medical opinion through industry leader, 2nd.MD, that provides face-to-face appointments with expert specialists and surgeons. During such consults, Members receive specialist guidance on their diagnosis, treatment options, including whether surgery is appropriate. When surgery is needed, Transcarent’s Surgery Care team provides benefits guidance and support before and after the procedure, while OVN’s independent orthopedic groups, representing more than 12,000 clinicians nationwide, lead treatment decisions and care delivery.

OVN is the nation’s largest physician-led musculoskeletal clinically integrated network and the only physician-driven national MSK provider network designed to deliver community-based high-quality care at scale. Its comprehensive model spans operative and non-operative care and is built around quality, clinical appropriateness, transparency and value, helping employers and their people access the right care, from the right provider, at the right facility, at the right time. By supporting clinically appropriate care in lower-cost settings, including ambulatory surgery centers, and with transparent pricing, quality and value at the center of its model, OVN helps make MSK and surgical care more accessible, predictable and affordable.

“OVN was built to connect people with the full spectrum of MSK care through independent orthopedic practices in their communities — organizations committed to quality, efficiency, transparency, and an exceptional patient experience,” said Heath Kirschner, Chief Executive Officer of the OrthoForum Value Network. “Through our partnership with Transcarent, we’re able to engage people earlier, bring expert medical opinions into the decision process, and ensure they receive the right intervention at the right time — from conservative care through surgery and recovery.”

Through its partnership with OVN, Transcarent expands local access to high-quality orthopedic care with clinically guided support and predictable bundled pricing. For eligible procedures, employers know the cost of the surgical episode in advance, while Members receive a clear explanation of any out-of-pocket responsibility, with no surprise bills for services included in the bundle. Transcarent Surgery Care delivers average savings of $17,943 per surgical episode, with a 0.63% complication rate and a 0.05% readmission rate.¹ By comparison, published industry benchmarks show a 3.6% complication rate² and 2.7% to 3.1% readmission rates for common orthopedic procedures³.

For OVN practices, the partnership creates a connection to Transcarent’s employer clients and Members who need orthopedic care. Transcarent supports referrals, benefits coordination, and the Member experience, while independent orthopedic physicians lead treatment decisions and care delivery in their local communities.

About Transcarent

Transcarent makes it easier for people to access high-quality, affordable care with the WayFinding® platform, powered by agentic AI. Transcarent brings medical, pharmacy, and point solution benefits together in one experience — including transparent pharmacy care, 2nd.MD expert medical opinions, virtual primary care, surgery and cancer centers of excellence, and specialized support for weight health. More than 1,700 employers and health plans trust Transcarent to support 21 million Members with a better experience, more access to quality care, and lower costs. Learn more at transcarent.com.

About OrthoForum Value Network

OrthoForum Value Network combines the collective strength and coverage of OrthoForum and OrthoConnect to advance musculoskeletal value-based care delivery. OVN connects employers and patients with the most appropriate, timely care through access to experienced, independent musculoskeletal professionals. OVN includes more than 160 independent orthopedic groups, 12,000 clinicians, and more than 2,000 locations nationally. Learn more at orthoforumvaluenetwork.com.

¹ Transcarent internal data, 2026

² CMS Complications Database, 2026

³ Iowa Orthopaedic Journal, 2024