Reading Health System and UPMC Health Plan announced they have finalized an agreement to form a provider-payer joint venture. Beginning January 1, 2017, this Reading-UPMC Health Plan enterprise will combine access to Reading Health System’s high-quality clinical care, expert providers, and advanced healthcare facilities with UPMC Health Plan’s experience, expertise and advanced analytics to improve the health of the community. The new joint venture will offer a full line of health coverage and related services to individuals as well as employers and their employees in the Reading Health System service area. Read the Cision PR newswire >>> If you have questions, contact Matt Pfeiffenberger, VP, Health Benefits Solutions, at (717) 397-9600.