Patients brace for transition as Anthem Blue Cross may drop Scripps Health [Video]

SERRA MESA, Calif. (KGTV) – Come Jan. 1, you may need to change your doctor if you’re with Anthem Blue Cross.

Scripps Health is negotiating with Anthem Blue Cross, but starting at the beginning of 2025, the hospital’s providers could be out of network for the insurance carrier.

Over the years, John Concepcion has been treated for diabetes, sleep apnea and arthritis.

“Just a function of aging but having your health care changed at this part of the game, two-thirds through the ride, it’s still disconcerting,” said Concepcion.

Concepcion’s just one of the many Anthem Blue Cross members bracing for the possible next step in case Scripps Health is considered out of network.

Scripps Health and Anthem Blue Cross have been in negotiations.

In a statement, Scripps said, “Anthem’s policies force Scripps doctors and staff to spend significant time and resources navigating the insurance company’s red tape. Time and resources should be focused on …