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Healthy Blue, Formerly Amerigroup Louisiana, Becomes New Health Plan Brand for More than 235,000 Louisiana Medicaid Members |
“We are pleased to introduce our newly branded Healthy Blue Louisiana Medicaid plan and join our members with a family of more than 1.5 million people who call themselves Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana customers. This is an initial step in following through on our commitment to enhance health care delivery across our state, and we look forward to many more progressive efforts that continue to demonstrate our abilities as Louisiana’s primary healthcare solutions partner," said Mr. Aaron Lambert MPH, MBA , Healthy Blue president
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Recognized for Diversity & Inclusion Programs |
“Sharing and learning about diverse perspectives is good for Blue Cross as a whole – it just makes good business. It’s positive for our employees’ communities and those we serve, and ensures we’re not limited in our viewpoints where product development and marketing efforts are concerned," said Ms. Bridget G. Hurd , Senior Director, Diversity & Inclusion at Blue Cross
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Kaiser Permanente: The Real Health Care Revolution |
Twenty-two years ago, the health care industry was changing — and so was Kaiser Permanente . Facing a fundamental restructuring, the organization began cutting costs – and union workers began to strike in response. Kaiser Permanente and its union workforce were locked in an intractable disagreement, with no obvious way out.
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Tufts Health Plan: 2016 Massachusetts Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Information |
Both Massachusetts and Federal law (Affordable Care Act) requires that health insurance companies spend a minimum percentage of premium dollars on medical claims, including clinical services and activities designed to improve health care quality.
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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island reports 15 percent decline in outpatient antibiotic prescriptions over a seven-year period |
" BCBSRI remains dedicated to collaborating locally with our public health departments, providers, and members to raise awareness about when antibiotics are appropriate and when they are not. Only by working together can we ensure antibiotics remain effective over time," said Dr. Katherine Dallow MD, MPH , M.D., vice president of clinical affairs at BCBSRI
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BCBSNE: Fearless Grant awarded to South Sioux City non-profit |
“Both of these programs have proven to help adults improve A1C levels, reduce body weight and BMI, and improve their quality of life. Supporting them will have an impact on people’s lives and that is an important part of our mission," said Ms. Joann Schaefer , executive vice president, BCBSNE
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Nancy Lopez Inspires Cambia Women’s Employee Resource Group |
In town for the LPGA Portland Classic tournament that she won four times (1979, 1985, 1987, 1992), golf legend Nancy Lopez visited our office on Aug. 29 and spoke to Cambia 's Women's Employee Leadership Lab (WELL), one of Cambia's Employee Resource Groups. Even now, Nancy says she has a special place in her heart for the Portland Classic, a tournament that has been around since her career began.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama: Pediatricians Leading the Way as Antibiotic Prescription Rates Decline in Alabama |
“Since 2009, we have collaborated with our provider partners to develop value-based payment opportunities for physicians with the goal of enhancing overall patient care. Several of our physician measurement and value-based incentive programs have included a focus on appropriate antibiotic usage, most specifically for bronchitis, sore throat and upper respiratory infections," said Dr. Darrel Weaver M.D. r, M.D., Vice President, Healthcare Network Services, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
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Iowa, South Dakota Communities Win Big with the Wellmark 3-Point Play |
“Every season of 3-Point Play provides a new opportunity to partner with civic leaders and engaged residents toward a future of better health. And, we’re excited to collaborate on projects that will make a lasting impact in each of our winning communities," said Ms. Chris Verlengia , sponsorship manager, Wellmark
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