The cardiology agreement will be terminated effective Oct. 19, according to the report. UnityPoint Health is working on a transition plan to ensure that coverage for its around-the-clock interventional cardiology care remains ongoing.
Iowa Heart Center will remain open and continue to care for patients at its Fort Dodge location upon termination of the agreement.
“UnityPoint Health-Fort Dodge and Mercy Iowa Heart are committed to working together to ensure a smooth and coordinated transition of services and patient care,” Leah Glasgo, president and CEO of UnityPoint Health-Fort Dodge, told the Journal. “We remain committed to providing high-quality cardiovascular care to Fort Dodge and the surrounding region.”
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