Atlanta-based St. Joseph's, United Healthcare contract may end

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Atlanta Journal-Constitution, July 14, 2009

Atlanta-based St. Joseph's Hospital recently notified patients that it may end its relationship with medical insurance giant United Healthcare, effective Aug. 7, unless a new contract is reached. Kirk Wilson, St. Joseph's president and chief executive officer, said the two parties were "still negotiating in good faith" and expect an agreement to be reached.

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