221 Michigan NE, Suite 402
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone
616-391-3447
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I as a physician benefit from becoming a member of WMPN? WMPN is a physician driven organization where physicians have a coherent, united voice as a large organization in contract negotiations. Physician members sit at the table monthly with Spectrum Health administration leadership to discuss physician/system issues.
What is the relationship between Spectrum Health and WMPN? WMPN is an independently owned physician organization and affiliated to Spectrum Health through the physician hospital relationship (Spectrum Health Physician Hospital Organization) where there is 50/50 ownership and board representation.
Is WMPN affiliated with or owned by Priority Health or any other managed care payors? No, WMPN is an independent, physician-owned organization which negotiates managed care contracts for its physician members.
What is Priority Health? Priority Health is not-for-profit, provider-owned managed care organization located in West Michigan. Spectrum Health and Holland Community Hospital own 80% and 20% of Priority Health, respectively. Priority Health has contracts with more than 5,000 employer groups in West Michigan and a network of over 2,200 physicians who provide specialized care. Spectrum Health PHO has negotiated a Commercial/HMO contract with Priority Health.
Can I become a member of WMPN if I'm a member of POWM? Yes, WMPN and POWM offer different products/contracts. The two physician organizations have different focuses. WMPN is the physician organization connected with Spectrum Health in forming Spectrum Health Physician Hospital Organization (PHO).
How do I join WMPN and Spectrum Health PHO? Send email to Vicki Woodard