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Singleton Associates and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Sign Long-Term Agreement to Protect In-Network Access to Radiology Care in Texas

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Singleton Associates, P.A. (Singleton Associates), a Radiology Partners-affiliated practice, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) have reached a new multi-year agreement, effective November 1, 2026.

This long-term agreement represents a significant achievement for patients, providers, and healthcare organizations across Texas, reflecting both organizations’ commitment to network stability, continuity of care and uninterrupted access to high-quality, in-network diagnostic and interventional radiology care.

Together, Singleton Associates and BCBSTX coordinated closely to reach an agreement, recognizing that fair, sustainable reimbursement and strong network relationships are in the best interests of patients, providers, health plans and the healthcare system as a whole.

“We commend BCBSTX for recognizing the realities of the severe, nationwide radiologist shortage and the importance of partnering to ensure sustainable rates and access to critical emerging technologies to preserve access, reduce total system cost and enhance detection of life-threatening disease,” said Dr. Byron Christie from Singleton Associates. “We are pleased to continue our partnership with BCBSTX and believe this agreement demonstrates what is possible when health plans and providers work together to solve complex healthcare challenges.”

Singleton Associates provides a broad range of hospital-based and outpatient imaging services across Texas, including 24/7 emergency radiology coverage and highly specialized diagnostic and interventional services. As a Radiology Partners-affiliated practice, Singleton Associates radiologists have access to advanced technology, artificial intelligence tools, quality programs, and clinical support resources that help deliver timely, high-quality care to patients throughout the state.

This agreement establishes a foundation for continued collaboration between Singleton Associates and BCBSTX and positions both organizations to advance high-quality healthcare delivery across Texas for years to come.

About Singleton Associates, P.A.
Singleton Associates got its start more than 65 years ago as the first radiology provider to offer 24/7 in-house services to hospitals to make sure patients received the radiological care they needed, when they needed it. Learn more at singletonassociates.radpartners.com.

About Radiology Partners
Radiology Partners, through its affiliated practices, is the leading technology-enabled radiology practice in the U.S., serving more than 3,400 hospitals and other healthcare facilities with high quality radiology, technology and artificial intelligence solutions. As a physician-led and physician-owned practice, our mission is to transform radiology by innovating across clinical value, technology, service and economics, while elevating the role of radiology and radiologists in healthcare. Using a proven healthcare services model, Radiology Partners provides consistent, high-quality care to patients, while delivering enhanced value to the hospitals, clinics, imaging centers and referring physicians we serve. Learn more at radpartners.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and YouTube.

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