11/14/2025
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital (WCCH) became an in-network provider with Aetna Medicare plans, effective November 1, 2025. This expansion builds upon WCCH's longstanding partnership with Aetna, which began in 1996, and broadens access to care for Aetna Medicare-insured members.
"We are pleased to expand our relationship with Aetna through this new agreement with Aetna Medicare," said Jobie James, WCCH chief financial officer. "This partnership reinforces our shared commitment to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to the residents of southwest Louisiana. Aetna Medicare members can now receive care at WCCH at in-network benefit levels, ensuring continuity of care and reduced out-of-pocket costs."
Through this expanded participation, Aetna Medicare members will have in-network access to WCCH's full continuum of services, including emergency, inpatient, outpatient and specialty care. In addition, WCCH-affiliated clinics are expected to join the Aetna Medicare network on December 1, 2025, further enhancing access to local, coordinated care.
"Strengthening our network partnerships continues to be an important step in advancing WCCH's mission and long-standing commitment to the communities we serve," James added. "We remain focused on ensuring our patients can receive exceptional care close to home with confidence in both its quality and affordability."
