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Community Care Physicians, Albany Med Health System, and CDPHP Announce Strategic Collaboration to Enhance Patient Access and Outcomes
CDPHP·NY · Rheumatology·Provider News
Effective date
Apr 2, 2026
We identified it
Apr 2, 2026
Summary
Three major healthcare organizations (Community Care Physicians, Albany Med Health System, and CDPHP) have announced a strategic collaboration effective immediately that establishes improved referral processes, care coordination, and information sharing. The Albany Med Rheumatology & Infusion Center has opened at the Wellness Way location, creating a new point of service for rheumatology care in the Capital Region.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team and front desk staff must update referral routing and care coordination processes to direct eligible rheumatology cases to the new Albany Med Rheumatology & Infusion Center (Suite 113, Wellness Way). Update provider directories and referral templates to reflect the new location. Implement improved communication protocols with Albany Med clinicians to reduce prior authorization delays and improve care coordination. Ensure patient choice is maintained and no automatic redirects occur without clinical appropriateness. Verify that CDPHP member benefits and coverage align with referrals to the new center.