"Providence has declined to work with us in the past, although we continue to welcome the opportunity for collaboration moving forward," says Anne Udall, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette.

CareOregon did not respond to a request for comment. Gary Walker, a Providence spokesman, says CareOregon patients and advocates need not worry. He says the deal is still in preliminary stages and nobody will be denied coverage they currently have.