“We selected Frye Regional Medical Center because it represents a commitment to patients during some of the most critical points of care whether they are living with cancer, heart disease, are in need of a transplant or their newborn has intensive care needs,” said Chris Pricco, chief operations officer for OptumHealth, which oversees the COE program. “We commend Frye for its excellence in providing this level of quality in the care of patients.”
“We are grateful to have received this designation as it reflects OptumHealth’s support of our mission to provide quality care that is accessible to people facing serious medical challenges while also highlighting our joint commitment to help people live their lives to the fullest,” said L. James Cook, MD, Frye’s Bariatric Program Medical Director.
For more information on Frye’s Surgical Weight Loss program, please call 828-315-5577, for a physician referral, call 828-315-3391.