Brown Health Expands Network with Merger of Brown Physicians Inc.

Providence, RI – Brown Health Medical Group and Brown Physicians Inc. (BPI) finalized a merger on October 1, 2025, uniting over 1,500 providers to enhance patient care coordination and expand access to services across Rhode Island. The merger, which underwent reviews by both the Federal Trade Commission and Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha, aims to deliver high-quality, innovative care as a unified entity.

What the Merger Means for Patients

A key benefit of the merger is the integration of BPI practices into Brown Health’s electronic health record (EHR) system. This transition is designed to optimize care delivery, enhance data sharing and ensure all providers have access to a unified patient record, leading to more integrated and efficient care. Patients will experience reduced paperwork, timely access to test results, and improved coordination among specialties, all accessible through a single patient portal. Brown Health Medical Group states this merger expands access and strengthens their commitment to the communities they serve.

About Brown Physicians Inc. And Brown Health Medical Group

Brown Physicians Inc. (BPI) is a multi-specialty practice group founded and led by faculty affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. BPI’s six foundations – Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, and Urology – have joined Brown Health Medical Group, a physician-led and governed multi-specialty medical group that is part of the Brown University Health system. Brown Health reports the combined organization now comprises more than 1,500 providers.

Expanding Primary Care Access

As part of the merger agreement, Brown Health is committed to expanding access to primary care. The organization will expand services to 30,000 fresh patients within three years, with the potential to reach 40,000 new patients by the end of 2029. The Brown Daily Herald reports this expansion aims to decrease patient wait times.

Recent Cybersecurity Incident

Brown Health Medical Group patients should be aware of a recent data breach affecting TriZetto Provider Solutions (“TPS”), a billing-related services provider. The cybersecurity incident impacted protected health information of patients whose healthcare providers use TPS. Individuals seeking more information can access a fact sheet detailing the incident and protective measures. More information is available on the Brown Health website.

Key Takeaways

• The merger of Brown Health Medical Group and Brown Physicians Inc. Is finalized.
• Over 1,500 providers are now part of a unified healthcare network.
• Patients will benefit from a streamlined EHR system and improved care coordination.
• Brown Health is committed to expanding primary care access to tens of thousands of new patients.
• A recent data breach at a billing services provider may affect some patients.