Pittsburgh Health Systems Merge to Improve Patient Care

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The merger of the Allegheny Health Network and the Heritage Valley Health System in the Pittsburgh area has been approved by the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office. The combination will add two Heritage Valley medical facilities to the Allegheny Health Network, with the goal of improving patient care across the region.

Why it matters

The merger of these two major health systems in the Pittsburgh area is expected to strengthen the regional healthcare ecosystem by combining resources and expertise. This should lead to enhanced patient care and services for the community.

The details

The merger will add Heritage Valley Sewickley and Heritage Valley Beaver to the Allegheny Health Network's existing medical facilities. Highmark Health, the parent company of Allegheny Health Network, says it is committed to strengthening the regional healthcare system through strategic partnerships.

• The Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office held a hearing on the merger on Monday, February 17, 2026.
• The merger is now approved and will move forward.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The merger of Allegheny Health Network and Heritage Valley Health System is now approved and will move forward, combining operations to improve patient care across the Pittsburgh region.