Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has entered into a multi-year provider network agreement with US-based Resurgens Orthopaedics on clinical data integration.

The agreement also includes initiatives to improve digital connectivity for minimising administrative burdens, enhancing processes, and providing patient-centred care.

Resurgens patients under Anthem health plans can benefit from improved health outcomes.

Comprising nearly 100 physicians in the Atlanta metro area, Resurgens provides patient-centred orthopaedic and spine care to the residents of Georgia and the southeastern region.

Resurgens Orthopaedics chairman Raj Bhole said: “We are excited to continue our valued partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia.

“With 25 office locations, Resurgens Orthopaedics is able to provide Anthem members convenient access to high-quality musculoskeletal care and sub-speciality trained physicians in the communities where they live and work.”

Resurgens offers specialised expertise and experience in joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma care, and orthopaedic surgery.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield president Robert Bunch said: “Our continued partnership with Resurgens Orthopaedics reinforces our commitment to complete musculoskeletal care for our members.

“Resurgens Orthopaedics shares our dedication to whole health and serving members across their health journey as seen in their comprehensive care offerings from injury diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and imaging services.”

Last month, nonprofit healthcare provider Inova signed a multi-year agreement with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia to continue providing healthcare service access for plan members of Anthem.

In October the previous year, Vera Whole Health partnered with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Connecticut to introduce an advanced primary care model in Hartford.