Agreement takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027

MU Health Care and Ambetter Health, the Health Insurance Marketplace product of Centene Corporation, have reached a new agreement that will add MU Health Care and participating providers to Ambetter Health's Marketplace network, effective Jan. 1, 2027.

Through this agreement, eligible Ambetter Health members will have in-network access to MU Health Care's seven hospitals, more than 80 clinics and an extensive network of primary and specialty care providers. The agreement expands options for patients seeking high-quality care while allowing them to maximize their in-network health plan benefits.

"We are pleased to reach this agreement with Ambetter Health and provide its members greater access to the high-quality care available at MU Health Care," said Ric Ransom, CEO of MU Health Care. "Ensuring patients have access to the physicians, specialists and services they need is central to our mission.  We look forward to welcoming Ambetter Health members and delivering the exceptional, compassionate care our patients expect from MU Health Care."

“Expanding our network with MU Health Care is about giving Ambetter Health members greater access to quality care close to home,” said Katherine Kirby, President of Ambetter Health. “We’re proud to work together to strengthen access for Missourians and continue building a network that supports the health care needs of the communities we serve.”

MU Health Care remains committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care throughout the region and collaborating with health plans to ensure patients have access to the care they need close to home.

Patients can review MU Health Care's accepted insurance plans and additional information on our website.

Contact: Eric Maze, mazee@health.missouri.edu, (573) 884-3656