UPMC, Highmark Reach Deal On Highmark Access To UPMC Facilities In 2015
UPMC and Highmark have agreed to a transition plan, sources tell KDKA-TV money editor Jon Delano.
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UPMC and Highmark have agreed to a transition plan, sources tell KDKA-TV money editor Jon Delano.
A multi-million dollar upgrade to Excela Health's Frick Hospital in Mount Pleasant is an economic boost to southern Westmoreland and northern Fayette Counties.
Gov. Tom Corbett says he plans to meet with officials from western Pennsylvania's biggest insurer, Highmark, and its dominant hospital system, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Gov. Tom Corbett says he wants to minimize the disruption if people who are covered through western Pennsylvania's biggest insurer, Highmark, lose in-network access to the dominant western Pennsylvania hospital system, UPMC.
Highmark Inc., the state's largest insurance company, is changing chief executive officers for the second time in less than two years.
Kim Francis, of Squirrel Hill, was surprised when she and her parents, Judy and Mike Sparlin, were invited to hear the president and vice president speak at CCAC on Wednesday. But that was just the start.
Allegheny County officials say they are sticking with Highmark as the health care provider for its employees.
It was a meeting set weeks ago, but Wednesday's discussion between Mayor Bill Peduto and UPMC's CEO Jeffrey Romoff took on greater significance in the wake of demonstrations that shut down part of Grant Street this week.
In a surprise move, the pharmacy chain CVS says it will discontinue the sale of all tobacco products on Oct. 1.
When you go to a drive through for fast food, you know exactly what it will cost you at the next window.
U.S. News Senior Career Editor Jada Graves gives the KDKA Afternoon News the details on the 100 Best Jobs in 2014.
The Pittsburgh-based Allegheny Health Network plans to announce "a formal affiliation" between the seven-hospital network and the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center in Baltimore.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonya Sotomayor has temporarily blocked a controversial part of Obamacare that affects the availability of contraceptives to women who work for Catholic-affiliated institutions.
Catholic groups in western Pennsylvania received another favorable legal ruling in their fight over mandates in the federal health care overhaul law.
Critics are taking aim at Gov. Tom Corbett's plan to bring billions of federal health care dollars into Pennsylvania.
Implementation of the health reform law continues through 2014 with these key dates.
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh has won a federal lawsuit that makes all Catholic institutions exempt from the Affordable Care Act.
A new law passed in Pennsylvania will allow health care providers the opportunity to apologize without backlash.
After telling Americans they could keep their old health plans -- only to find some policies cancelled because they failed to meet higher standards -- President Obama tried to make amends on Thursday.
Healthcare.gov enrollment numbers are lower than expected.
Bowing to pressure, President Barack Obama on Thursday announced changes to his health care law to give insurance companies the option to keep offering consumers plans that would otherwise be canceled.
Can the nation expect to see the same positive results across the country as was seen in Massachusetts?
The Affordable Care Act has caused an uproar of late and now the Archdiocese of Pittsburgh is heading to court to fight against the law.
It was the first Congressional hearing on why Healthcare.gov, the government's website to sign up for affordable health insurance under Obamacare, has been plagued with start-up problems.
UPMC and Highmark have reached a tentative agreement.
Police say the incident took place just before 3 a.m. Friday on Third Street in Ernest Borough.
Caleb Komolafe ran for 72 yards and a touchdown and Northwestern held on to beat Penn State 22-21 on Saturday.
Two people were killed in a crash in Westmoreland County on Saturday evening.
Pittsburgh police were called to the 1100 block of Federal Street for reports of a carjacking just before 6 p.m. Friday.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Police say the incident took place just before 3 a.m. Friday on Third Street in Ernest Borough.
Caleb Komolafe ran for 72 yards and a touchdown and Northwestern held on to beat Penn State 22-21 on Saturday.
Two people were killed in a crash in Westmoreland County on Saturday evening.
Pittsburgh police were called to the 1100 block of Federal Street for reports of a carjacking just before 6 p.m. Friday.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
The government shutdown is now in its tenth day.
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
The announcement comes days after President Trump presented a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
This closure marks the latest in a long list of retailers that have pulled out of the mall.
Spirit Christmas is coming to the Pittsburgh area this holiday season.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL! Here's a look back at the fun we had.
A Beaver County boy was not hurt when he got lost in a neighbor's cornfield earlier this week. Thankfully, he had a loyal dog that stuck by his side the whole time.
Local maker, Calamityware, is donating a portion of their October proceeds to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund. Here's how you can get your hands on their fun, quirky and whimsical designs.
In this edition of 'Burgh Buzz, Heather and David have a look at some of the fall festivals and activities going on around western Pennsylvania.
We're chatting with two of the actors from the Pittsburgh Opera as they prepare to bring the classic musical, "La Bohème," to the Benedum Center stage.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is responding after learning a swastika and what appears to be a German war eagle were found tiled into the floor of a Beaver County home.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
KDKA Investigates looked into what's behind the county's success in preventing deadly crime.
A Fayette County flower shop is sounding the alarm after learning another out-of-state business appears to be impersonating its company.
Families learn to overcome fear and find strength as they talk openly about loving someone who's struggling with addiction or recovery.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey has been walking a mile a day, and urging others to do so.
What Michelle Best of Cook Forest thought would be an easy bike ride landed her in the hospital and in a wheelchair.
Dr. Zach Shasteen is back in the studio. The chiropractor is showing us some stretches you should be doing before going to the pumpkin patch and carving your jack-o-lantern.
In the age of AI, it's easy to ask the technology about everything, including your health, but a doctor cautions, it could mean life and death.
Caleb Komolafe ran for 72 yards and a touchdown and Northwestern held on to beat Penn State 22-21 on Saturday.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Mason Heintschel threw for 310 yards and connected with Desmond Reid on a pair of touchdown passes as Pittsburgh defeated No. 25 Florida State 34-31.
On his 90th birthday, the Penguins and PPG Paints Arena will honor usher David Blackburn for more than six decades of service.
Kickoff from Cameron Stadium in Washington is set for 2 p.m.
People rallied to try and save both jobs and medical care at the only Allegheny Health Network facility in New Kensington.
The Community Supermarket in the Heights Plaza Shopping Center is closing.
It's the age-old question for Pennsylvanians: Sheetz or Wawa?
The company recently applied for $7.5 million in state grant funding that would be used to tear down the existing mall structures to make way for redevelopment.
Some Pittsburgh-area towns accuse one mall owner of deliberately running down his properties.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
The trailer for Season 4 of the Pittsburgh-filmed drama "Mayor of Kingstown" is out.
A ribbon-cutting and induction ceremony for the first 10 names being added to the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame will be held later this month.
It's been 15 years since a song talking about a couple of colors made a music artist a household name.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
The Pittsburgh International Airport took a step closer to opening its brand-new terminal on Saturday. A ribbon-cutting and open house welcomed more than 10,000 people for a first look. KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley shares more.
Two people were killed in a crash in Westmoreland County on Saturday evening.
Watch as teams from Charleroi, Somerset Area, and Springdale high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Charleroi, Somerset Area, and Springdale high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Charleroi, Somerset Area, and Springdale high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
Eli Holstein threw for 304 yards and 4 touchdown passes in the 45-17 Panthers' win over the Chippewas.
Spaun made a thrilling 64-foot birdie putt to win the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
It was a wet and rainy day at Oakmont Country Club for the third round of the U.S. Open.
