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Thursday, August 31, 2006

Linkia Seeking Providers

Saw your post on the list-server.

Just a quick note on my experience with Linkia.

I had Linkia, Inc. call me to get me to participate as a provider, as there are no Hanger facilities in my state, and they are striving to create their network out here.

His proposal was that if I were to become a member of the network, that I would take 30-35% below the medicare allowable for my services. Our Medicare is near the floor already. I believe they are asking other providers for up to a 50% deduction, but am not sure.

I can't tell you how long I literally laughed in his face, but that there will almost certainly not be anyone worth seeing that will accept this type of arrangement, and definitely no one in this area (which means patients will need to drive at least 2-4 hours out of their way to see a participating provider).

Your are correct. The loser is the patient who has Cigna as their insurance. Hopefully Cigna will wake-up before they lose all their customers.

Linkia is also trying to get these "exclusive" contracts for other insurance companies. Call and give them a piece of your mind @ 1-877-754-6542 ext. 3635.

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posted by Daniel Gottry at 8:33 AM