AmeriHealth New Jersey Signs Multi-Year Contract Extension with Robert Wood Johnson`s University Medical Group

MT. LAUREL & ISELIN, N.J.--(Business Wire)--
AmeriHealth New Jersey has entered a two-year contract extension with University
Medical Group.

University Medical Group is the faculty practice group affiliated with Robert
Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. It is one of the largest
multi-specialty groups in New Jersey, comprising more than 600 physicians and
with expertise in more than 210 subspecialty clinical programs. Robert Wood
Johnson`s academic physicians provide a full range of highly specialized
services for the pediatric and adult populations.

"AmeriHealth New Jersey has one of the largest and highest-quality physician
networks in the state, including outstanding groups such as Robert Wood
Johnson's University Medical Group," said Paul Portsmore, AmeriHealth New Jersey
vice president of Health Services. "We are pleased to announce that our members
will be able to continue their relationships with all providers affiliated with
University Medical Group."

About AmeriHealth New Jersey

AmeriHealth HMO, Inc. and AmeriHealth Insurance Company of New Jersey
(AmeriHealth New Jersey), with offices in Mt. Laurel and Iselin, are a growing
group of companies whose product portfolios include health insurance, workers'
compensation, property and casualty insurance, and management services.

AmeriHealth New Jersey is committed to offering value-added insurance solutions
through innovative wellness and incentive programs and benefits designs. With
one of the largest provider networks in New Jersey, AmeriHealth New Jersey
offers access to hospitals and doctors across the nation. AmeriHealth New Jersey
earned top ratings for customer service and quality of care as part of the
state`s recent health plan performance report. AmeriHealth HMO Inc. has received
the highest possible accreditation by the National Committee for Quality
Assurance (NCQA). For more information, visit www.amerihealth.com.

Mann Communications
Phil Mann, 212-207-9232
Phil@MannCommunications.com
or
AmeriHealth New Jersey
Stacy Peters, 856-778-6525
stacy.peters@amerihealth.com

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