Some CarolinaEast Physicians patients could find their provider is out-of-network by April

PRE News & Ideas | By Annette Weston

Published February 11, 2025 at 6:27 AM EST

Some CarolinaEast Physicians patients could find their provider is out-of-network by April.

CarolinaEast Health System officials say the practice is currently in negotiations with UnitedHealthcare, and if an agreement is not reached, CarolinaEast Physicians will be out of network as of April 1.

That will include commercial plans, Medicare Advantage Plan, and Medicaid)

The hospital itself is not part of the negotiations and officials say it remains in-network with UnitedHealthcare for all lines of business.

Annette Weston

Annette is originally a Midwest gal, born and raised in Michigan, but with career stops in many surrounding states, the Pacific Northwest, and various parts of the southeast. An award-winning journalist and mother of four, Annette moved to eastern North Carolina in 2019 to be closer to family – in particular, her two young grandchildren. It’s possible that a -27 day with a -68 windchill in Minnesota may have also played a role in that decision. In her spare time, Annette does a lot of kiddo cuddling, reading, and producing the coolest Halloween costumes anyone has ever seen. She has also worked as a diversity and inclusion facilitator serving school districts and large corporations. It’s the people that make this beautiful area special, and she wants to share those stories that touch the hearts of others. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.

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