Alabama hospital to remain open after new agreement with BlueCross BlueShield

Jackson Hospital leadership announced a major milestone during a press conference Monday in its path toward long-term financial recovery and stability for the River Region community.

John Quinlivan, president and CEO of Jackson Hospital, confirmed that the board has approved a formal four-year agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama. This announcement follows weeks after a verbal agreement was reached between the two entities.

Jackson Hospital continues to serve Montgomery

Most importantly for local residents, Jackson Hospital will continue operating without any interruption in care, maintaining full access to its 24-hour emergency department and general medical services.

“I went home some nights convinced that we’d have to close this hospital, but we didn’t walk away. Nobody gave up.”

John Quinlivan, Jackson Hospital president and CEO

Quinlivan extended gratitude to several key partners who helped keep the doors open:

• Hospital personnel + medical staff: Thanked for their dedication, noting that the facility is retaining an “incredible group” of healthcare workers
• The local community: Thanked for their continued prayers for the hospital during critical times
• Jackson Investment Group: Spearheaded by Rick Jackson, a Georgia gubernatorial candidate, who provided vital financial resources and took a chance on the hospital when “no one else would.”
• BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama: Praised for staying at the negotiating table and investing in the facility’s ultimate success.
• Local, state and federal officials: Recognized for their support and financial contributions toward the recovery effort.

As Jackson Hospital celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, its deep roots in the community remain evident. Quinlivan shared that throughout the process, numerous residents reminded him that they were born at the facility.

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