SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) released the following statement in response to Aetna and provider groups BJC Healthcare and WashU Medicine finalizing an agreement that preserves coverage for members enrolled in the Illinois Total Retiree Advantage Illinois plan:
“As a fierce champion for healthcare, I am proud to see an agreement made that provides relief for the residents who worked hard for reliable health insurance. Now, Central Illinois retirees can rest assured that they will retain access to quality healthcare.
“I commend Aetna, BJC Healthcare and WashU Medicine for coming together to do what’s right for retirees. I will continue monitoring the situation to ensure healthcare for Central Illinois retirees is protected.”
