STATEWIDE -- Northern Light Health is just days away from ending their contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and both sides are casting blame amid stalled negotiations. Thousands of people could be impacted if the two fail to reach an agreement.
Over the past week, healthcare system Northern Light Health and insurance giant Anthem have leveled multiple claims against one another as they struggle to reach a mutually agreeable contract..
With contract deadlines looming , many Mainers are on edge.
"I have Anthem, my doctors at Northern Light and I don't know next week if I'll be able to get healthcare," said Sen. Mike Tipping (D)-Penobscot.
Maine Senator Mike Tipping says the disconnect between Northern Light Health and Anthem highlights some bigger issues facing the healthcar