Mercy Iowa City (Iowa) and UnityPoint Health-Cedar Rapids (Iowa) signed a letter of intent to enter into a relationship to provide residents in the area better access to care, according to KCRG-ABC9 News.
The organizations have not yet determined the details of the proposed relationship. Officials said their goal is to enhance efficiency and clinical quality for patients and employees, according to the article.
"Bringing our two organizations together will improve our value-based care and care-coordination capabilities," said Mike Heinrich, executive vice president, CFO, interim president and CEO of Mercy Iowa City.
"As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and change, it is increasingly important for organizations and systems to collaborate and partner in order to continue to provide quality, affordable healthcare," said President and CEO of UnityPoint Health-Cedar Rapids Ted Townsend.