Piedmont Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield sign agreement

One week after Governor Nathan Deal announced a handshake deal between Piedmont Healthcare and Blue Cross Blue Shield, an agreement.

The two said they have now signed an agreement restoring coverage for thousands of Georgians.

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The new deal begins on June 1 and will last until 2021.

All visits and services since the contract expired will be covered.

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