The Future Of A Proposed Merger Between Mountain States Health Alliance And Wellmont Health System Now Hinges On One Decision. Tennessee Commissioner Of Health Dr. John Dreyzehner Is To Decide If The Benefits Of The Proposed Merger Will Outweigh The Disadvantages. The Federal Trade Commission Has Spoken Out Against The Merger Saying It Will Be A Monopoly On Heath Care In The Region, But Both Hospitals Disagree And Say It Will Actually Lower The Cost Of Health Care In Our Region. The Decision Is Expected By The End Of The Week. Virginia Will Also Have To Approve The Merger As Well.