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Across the country, prescription drug costs in the U.S. are increasing faster than inflation. Rising healthcare costs – especially for prescription drugs and hospital services – continue to challenge doctors, patients, health plans, businesses and...
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BUFFALO, NY – Univera Healthcare has announced the recipients of its 2026 Health Equity Innovation Awards, an annual funding initiative that supports nonprofit organizations working to eliminate health disparities and improve health outcomes across...
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March 26, 2026

When Dr. Lorna Fitzpatrick - a Buffalo-based pediatric oncologist and vice president of medical affairs at Univera Healthcare - traveled to Kenya for the first time 14 years ago, she carried with her the same purpose that has guided her entire...
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Research supports what many doctors anecdotally know – blood pressure seems to increase in the winter months. Knowing about and managing that change could save your life. “People tend to move less in the winter, then push themselves with short,...
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In a time of unprecedented growing demand and rising costs for health care, providers responding to a recent satisfaction survey highlight Univera Healthcare’s commitment to provider collaboration. The health plan reports earning an 81% overall...
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– Biosimilars for blockbuster autoimmune treatment, Stelara, added to list of covered drugs –

A stark increase in the use and cost of specialty medications is challenging health insurers’ affordability efforts nationwide. If this issue is left unaddressed, specialty medications would account for more than half of all drug spending at Univera...
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As winter illnesses like colds, flu, or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) surge, it’s important for people to know where to go for care. “When you’re sick and it’s not an emergency, start with the doctor who knows you best – your primary care...
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Univera Healthcare has announced the recipients of its 2025 Health Equity Innovation Awards, an annual funding opportunity that supports nonprofit organizations working to eliminate health disparities and improve health outcomes across Western New...
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As we age, maintaining optimal health becomes increasingly important—and often more complex. To help individuals live their healthiest lives, Univera Healthcare is reinforcing the importance of preventive care through science-driven wellness...
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It’s normal to feel uncertain about your first mammogram, but the experience is quicker and more comfortable than you might expect—and it’s one of the most effective ways to catch breast cancer early. Why Mammograms Matter Mammograms are one of...
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At this time of year when many people are re-enrolling in health care coverage, we see that scammers increase their activity. Univera Healthcare has several tips to help you avoid scammers and stay safe. “All of us should be vigilant year-round,...
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Early detection saved me At 41, I was living the life I had always dreamed of — a new home, a fulfilling career, and just days away from marrying the love of my life. A moment that changed everything It was the week before my wedding—when life...
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What began as a simple invitation to share garden surplus or pick up extra produce from local farmers markets turned into a powerful act of community care. Employees take action on food access Last month, health plan employees came together to...
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Social media channels are filled with sad stories about actors, musicians, athletes and other celebrities who have died at a young age or suffered bouts with serious illnesses, especially types of cancer of which they were previously unaware. The...
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Univera Healthcare has announced the promotion of Dave Kurpiewski to Director of Account Management and Retention. In this role, Kurpiewski will lead strategy and service for both small and large group commercial accounts. Kurpiewski brings 17...
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Martin Stallone, M.D., has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Healthcare Services Officer of Univera Healthcare and its parent company, The Lifetime Healthcare Companies. Stallone is currently CEO of Centralus Health. He will start his new...
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Univera Healthcare has officially opened the application portal for its 2025 Health Equity Innovation Awards, inviting nonprofit organizations to apply for funding that supports community-based solutions to health disparities. This annual...
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What seemed like ordinary knee pain after basketball turned out to be the start of a life-changing journey for 10-year-old Henry Weigel. A routine doctor’s visit quickly turned into a diagnosis of a rare condition in his knee that required him to...
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As health care costs continue to rise and consumers look for ways to maximize their insurance coverage, practical strategies to get the most value from health insurance coverage are important now more than ever. Helping people avoid unexpected...
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As individuals age, maintaining optimal health becomes increasingly important—and often more complex. To encourage people to live their healthiest possible lives, Univera Healthcare is reinforcing the importance of preventive care through...
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In celebration of youth, wellness, and community spirit, Univera Healthcare honored 22 local students with a special send-off to the 2025 Jim Kelly Football Camp — completely free of charge.  Held at Univera Healthcare’s Williamsville...
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Rising health care costs can be frustrating and create financial difficulties. Increases in cost and demand for care are causing higher premiums and higher out-of-pocket costs nationwide. Expensive prescription drugs, increases in outpatient...
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We understand how important it is to plan ahead and make informed decisions about your care. Our new educational videos are designed to help you get the most out of our Find a Doctor and Estimate Medical Costs tools. These short, easy-to-follow...
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Univera Healthcare’s Pharmacy Concierge program was initially designed to focus on improving member care. If the program slowed growth in drug spending, that would be an added benefit. The health plan’s metrics show the Upstate, N.Y.-based health...
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Several not-for-profit health plans are calling on Congress to protect older adults in upstate New York. Univera Healthcare, CDPHP and MVP Health Care have come together to urge elected officials to pass bipartisan legislation that will protect...
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We understand that rising health care costs can create difficulties for you. Expensive prescription drugs, increases in outpatient procedures, and high-cost hospital care are challenging patients, doctors, businesses, health plans, and the entire...
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What is a negotiated rate and why does it matter? When a provider is “in-network” this means they accept your insurance. A provider can be an individual doctor, a hospital or facility, or a larger health system. The amount your health insurance...
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When you go to a healthcare provider that is "out-of-network," it means they don’t accept your insurance. This usually means you'll have to pay more for the same services compared to using an "in-network" provider, who does accept your...
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Upstate New York health plans are showing their support for recently introduced bipartisan legislation to protect benefits and access to care for hundreds of thousands of people enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans in upstate New York. Univera...
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For over 100 years, St. Gerard’s Parish was the center of Buffalo’s Bailey Delavan neighborhood, where families could come together as a community. Although the final mass was held in 2008, the site’s century-long outreach to its surrounding East...
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