[WOODLAND HILLS] – February 26, 2025 – Anthem Blue Cross today proudly named
Seoul Medical Group (SMG), based in Los Angeles, CA, as one of only 19 national
recipients in its inaugural Care Provider Recognition Program. Created in partnership
with its affiliated health plans across the country, Anthem’s new program celebrates top
performing independent and hospital-owned medical groups across the nation,
recognizing those who deliver unparalleled patient care.
Seoul Medical Group was selected for recognition based on key health measures for
care delivered to Anthem’s Medicare Advantage members. These metrics include
preventive care screenings, immunization rates, chronic disease management,
medication adherence, and several other health outcomes metrics. Fewer than 5% of
care providers in Anthem’s Medicare Advantage network qualified for the Care Provider
recognition Program.
“We are honored to receive this recognition from Anthem Blue cross and value its
partnership. Our staff and physicians remain dedicated to the wellness of patients and
families that deserve caring medical professionals who are attuned to their cultural
needs. Giving the gift of wellness to those that have sacrificed so much to care for
others is the biggest reward of all,” said Myong Lee, CEO, SMG. “We will always strive
to constantly evolve with the technology and knowledge to better support our
underserved communities.”
The program is part of Anthem’s commitment to collaboration and active partnership
with care providers to create a positive impact on the health of plan members
throughout the state.
“This program honors Seoul Medical Group’s exceptional care delivery and the resulting
best-in-class health outcomes, but it also spotlights that work as an example for others
to follow as we work closely with all our care provider partners to achieve and maintain
whole health for our members in California,” said Todd Benson, President, Anthem Blue

Cross Medicare Health Plans in California. “We congratulate Seoul Medical Group on
this achievement.”

Discover more about Anthem’s Care Recognition Program and explore the complete list
of this year’s honorees visit Anthem Blue Cross’s Care Recognition Program.
About Seoul Medical Group:
Seoul Medical Group (SMG) is a national network of independent community physicians
who share a vision of improving the health and well-being of patients. Their network of
Primary Care Physicians and Specialist Providers promote patient wellness while
coordinating comprehensive care. Founded in 1993, Seoul Medical Group is one of the
country’s leading physician-run IPAs with 4,800 primary care and specialist physicians
dedicated to helping patients with both clinical and non-clinical healthcare services. Visit
www.SeoulMedicalGroup.com to learn more.
About Anthem Blue Cross (Blue Cross of California)

As a long-time trusted health partner, Anthem Blue Cross has been providing high-
quality, affordable health care for Californians for more than 86 years. Anthem Blue

Cross is the trade name of Blue Cross of California. ANTHEM is a registered trademark
of Elevance Health, Inc. Anthem Blue Cross and Anthem Blue Cross Life and Health
Insurance Company are independent licensees of the Blue Cross Association. To learn
more, visit www.anthem.com/ca. Also, follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter at or Facebook.

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Media Contacts:
James Lee
213-245-5223
jameslee@amm.cc
Anthem Blue Cross in California:
Michael Bowman
916.584.6043
michael.bowman@anthem.com