HonorHealth is stepping in to bring high-quality care to communities in the East Valley and Florence
Earlier this year, Steward Health Care faced some financial hurdles and declared bankruptcy, leading to their facilities being up for sale.
Here’s the good news: Starting Wednesday, Sept. 11, HonorHealth will step in to begin managing four Steward Health Care facilities and multiple outpatient physician practices while licensing and important systems are transitioned. Once this transition period is complete, HonorHealth plans to assume full operational ownership.
The facilities are:
- Florence Hospital in Florence: 4545 N. Hunt Hwy, Florence, AZ 85132
- Mountain Vista Medical Center in Mesa: 1301 S. Crismon Road, Mesa, AZ 85209
- Steward Mesa Hospital – Emergency Room: 5750 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85206
- St. Luke’s Hospital in Tempe: 1500 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281
Read more about how Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs applauds the decision and commends us for working diligently to find solutions that prioritize patient safety and access to quality care.
HonorHealth’s focus on high-quality, collaborative care will extend to these new locations.
With nearly 100 years of healthcare expertise in Arizona, we have a strong and proven track record for safety, clinical excellence and care that simply feels better. We’re excited to bring this same level of trusted care to communities in Florence and Phoenix’s East Valley.
FAQs
Q: Why is this happening?
A: Earlier this year, Steward Health Care declared bankruptcy, leading to their facilities being up for sale. As part of our commitment to responsible healthcare development, we believe acquiring the four existing facilities, multiple outpatient physician practices and their established workforce is the best way to ensure you continue to have access to great healthcare.
Q: Will the same doctors and other team members continue working at these facilities?
A: To continue providing high-quality care, our intention is to retain all Steward Health Care staff, physicians and other team members as part of the operational ownership transition to HonorHealth on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Q: Will the signs at each of these locations change?
A: Yes. All facilities will be rebranded to HonorHealth.
Q: What happens between Wednesday, Sept. 11, when HonorHealth begins managing the facilities, and Tuesday, Oct. 1, when HonorHealth plans to assume operational ownership of the facilities?
A: It takes time to transition licensure from Steward Health Care to HonorHealth, and to switch over to new tools and systems – like electronic medical records. Starting Sept. 11, HonorHealth will be managing the facilities using Steward’s software and tools. A transition to our standard operating procedures is planned to be completed by Oct. 1.
Q: Will the impacted locations remain open during the transition?
A: Yes, these locations will remain open during the transition period.
Q: What if I have a balance or statement from a previous visit at these locations?
A: Between Wednesday, Sept. 11, and Tuesday, Oct. 1, you can contact Steward Health Care directly for billing statements or questions.
Q: How do I pay a bill from Steward Health Care?
A: Between Wednesday, Sept. 11, and Tuesday, Oct. 1, you can contact Steward Health Care directly for billing statements, questions or how to pay your bill.
Q: What services will these locations provide?
A: The services at each facility and affiliated practices will remain the same.
Q: Will the hours of operation change?
A: No, the hours of operation will not change.