Citrus Health Care Approved to Enroll New Members.

TAMPA, Fla. -- Citrus Health Care, Inc. announces that Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) has fully approved new membership enrollment to begin during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) with an effective date of January 1, 2010.

"The employees at Citrus Health Care have worked diligently over the past year to address the concerns of CMS, and we are gratified that our efforts have been recognized," said Bruce Carpenter, CEO of Citrus Health Care, Inc.

With the full reinstatement of Citrus Health Care, Florida Medicare eligibles now have a choice of insurance options. Citrus Health Care is committed to ensure delivery of high quality medical services throughout the state of Florida.

For enrollment information, consumers can call 1-877-624-8787.

About Citrus Health Care:

Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., Citrus Health Care, Inc. (CHC) is a Florida based HMO that provides comprehensive insurance policies to individuals and families. For more information, visit www.citrushc.com.