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On October 6, 2017, Independence Blue Cross and Tower Health agreed 
to a new three-year contract, effective immediately, that ensures Independence 
customers continue to receive in-network health care coverage at Jennersville, 
Pottstown, Phoenixville, Brandywine, and Chestnut Hill hospitals. Independence 
and Tower Health were committed to resolving these discussions quickly in the 
best interest of members, patients, physicians, and the community. 
The following Tower Health hospitals and entities remain in the Independence 
network:
- Brandywine Hospital
- Chestnut Hill Hospital
- Jennersville Regional Hospital
- Phoenixville Hospital
- Pottstown Memorial Medical Center
- Surgery Center of the Main Line
- Surgery Center at Limerick
- Blue Bell Surgery Center
- Pottstown Medical Transport
- Pottstown Clinic Company
- Phoenixville Clinic Company
- Coatesville Clinic Company
- Chestnut Hill Clinic Company
- West Grove Clinic Company
- Schuylkill Internal Medicine Associates
- West Grove Family Practice
- Jennersville Family Medicine
- Coatesville Cardiology Clinic
- Phoenixville Orthopedic Specialists
- Coventry Clinic Company
- Village Medical Center Associates
Note: Reading Hospital, whose agreement with Independence was 
scheduled to end on November 1, will also remain in the Independence 
network.
Providing our patients and members continued access to quality, affordable 
care in this region is paramount for both organizations. We are confident that 
this agreement with Tower Health will serve as the foundation for a strong 
relationship between our two organizations. 
If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service at 
1-888-580-9500.
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