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| AHIP Blog: A Patient-Centered Approach to Health Care in Michigan |
As part of its Value Partnerships program, Blue Cross partners with physicians and hospitals to improve health care across our state. BCBSM has spent more than a decade working to standardize value-based rather than volume-driven care and strengthen relationships between physicians and patients to deliver more affordable, accessible, and effective care.
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| Arkansas Blue Cross And Blue Shield’s Pep Rallies With A Purpose Featured In National Community Investment Report |
" Blue Cross Blue Shield companies take seriously our responsibility to the places we serve. Collectively, we invest time, money and leadership in innovative programs that promote the health and well-being of all Americans," said Mr. Scott P. Serota , president and CEO of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
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| A response from Kim Keck, president & CEO of Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island to the Senate's Better Care Reconciliation Act |
Given our current political climate, it’s difficult to remember a time before healthcare and healthcare reform dominated the headlines. The high cost of care, particularly escalating prescription drug costs, and the uncertainty and unpredictability surrounding healthcare reform have left many people feeling vulnerable, wondering what will happen to their own health insurance.
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| BCBSVT Customer Service Team Members Earn Top Awards from National Service Quality Management Group |
" Ms. Emily Fair is a driving force behind first call resolution here at BCBSVT . Her leadership skills, and willingness to share her team’s best practices, translate to other world-class call centers across the United States and Canada,” said Dr. Catherine Hamilton PhD , vice president of consumer services and planning
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| SelectAccount: Moving Mainstream - CDHP plans gain ground |
Today, the average annual premium for covered workers across all industries has risen to $18,142 for family coverage and $6,435 for single coverage*. The rising cost of health care has forced brokers, agents and employers to find new ways to contain costs while maintaining a desirable benefits options for employees. To achieve this, many brokers, agents, and employers are turning to newer plan types, such as consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs).
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| CaliforniaChoice Small Business Employee Benefits Website Recognized for Outstanding Design |
“Since the website’s launch in 2016, it’s proven to be a valuable tool for employers seeking an experienced employee benefits broker who can offer assistance onboarding a benefits solution for their business. Mycalchoice.com is also a great resource for business owners who want to keep up with news about health reform, the Affordable Care Act, and its impact on small businesses in California," said Mr. Ron Goldstein , president and CEO of Choice Administrators
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| Medica Research Institute Finds Provider Consolidation can Lead to Higher Physician Prices |
“In theory, an IDS providing both hospital and physician services should be able to accept global reimbursement for care from public and private payers and more easily coordinate care, creating the possibility of higher quality, lower-cost care. However, this concentration in the provider market may also result in increased bargaining power and higher prices," said Ms. Caroline Carlin , Medica Institute investigator and study author
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| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma: Jane Pauley announced as keynote speaker for 2017 Champions of Health Gala |
"The Champions of Health gala is a wonderful opportunity to highlight those great individuals, organizations and groups who are working together to create a healthier Oklahoma. I'm looking forward to attending the event and witnessing the positive impact of the honorees," said Jane Pauley, Award-winning journalist and keynote speaker for the 2017 Champions of Health gala
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| Cambia Partners with Metro Parks Tacoma to Restore a Piece of Tacoma History |
"As Cambia reflected on our centennial, we wanted to mark this milestone for our company, and honor our historical home of Tacoma. We hope by honoring our roots in this way, we give something back to be shared and enjoyed by this community for the next 100 years," said Mr. Mark B. Ganz , President and CEO of Cambia Health Solutions.
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| Cigna Foundation Provides $100,000 Grant to Back on My Feet; Cigna Executive Dave Guilmette Named as Vice Chair of Back on My Feet Board |
"I'm honored to be able to serve in an even deeper leadership capacity with Back on My Feet, an organization that is providing individuals a chance to overcome homelessness, with opportunities to better understand their physical and mental well-being, maintain physically active lives and make healthy lifestyle decisions," said Mr. David Guilmette , President, Global Employer and Private Exchanges for
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| BCBSND: Nick Vculek joins Noridian Insurance Services, Inc. as Service Representative |
Mr. Nick Vculek has joined Noridian Mutual Insurance Company Insurance Services, Inc. (NISI) as a Service Representative in the Fargo office. NISI is a wholly owned subsidiary of BCBSND . In his role, Vculek is responsible for enrolling new members and renewing benefits of groups across the eastern part of North Dakota.
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