Blue Companies News Archive

Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Alabama Gives Back To The Community With Day Of Caring ›

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is giving back to the community by hosting a Day of Caring. On Saturday, June 16, more than 200 employees and their families will work on projects that will enhance and make a positive difference in the Birmingham area.

35 New Generic Medicines In 2012-2013 Offer Region More Than $700 Million In Annual Savings  ›

– Upstate New Yorkers could see more than $700 million in annualized savings as 35 brand-name prescription drugs become available in their generic form during 2012 and 2013, according to a new report issued by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS).

BlueCross Names Vitulli Vice President, Provider Networks  ›

Christy Vitulli has been named the vice president of provider networks and contracting for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. In this position, Vitulli will play a vital role in the management of provider contracting activities throughout all lines of business, including commercial, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Delaware Hosts Olympic Event  ›

As a new affiliate of Highmark Inc. (Highmark), Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware (BCBSD) had the opportunity to host an event to recognize Highmark’s relationship with the U.S. Olympic Team. As part of the event, which will also be held at seven other Highmark locations, the official torch from the Olympic Games in Atlanta was brought to BCBSD’s headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware.

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Announces First-Year Patient-Centered Medical Home Results ›

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) today announced that nearly 60 percent of eligible primary care Panels (small groupings/teams of primary care physicians and nurse practitioners) earned increased reimbursements for their 2011 performance in CareFirst’s Patient-Centered Medical (PCMH) program. Increased reimbursements – or Outcome Incentive Awards (OIAs) – are based on a combination of savings achieved by a particular Panel against projected 2011 total care costs for CareFirst members as well as the attainment of quality points in the provision of care to Panel patients. OIAs will be paid to PCMH participants in the form of increased fee reimbursements for certain primary care services beginning July 1, 2012 and continuing through June 30, 2013. Currently, nearly 3,600 primary care

Blue Cross Graphic Designer Brings Home Silver At National ADDY® Awards ›

Genevieve Procell, senior graphic designer in Corporate Communications at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, received a Silver ADDY® Award at the 2012 American Advertising Federation (AAF) national convention, ADmerica!, held in Austin, Texas, June 2-5. Procell’s award-winning entry, one of 55,000 submitted nationwide, was a printed program showcasing Blue Cross’ 2011 Angel Award.

Free Body Composition Screenings From Blue Cross & Blue Shield Of Rhode Island ›

To help individuals better determine if they are leading a healthy lifestyle, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) is offering two free body composition screening events during the month of June.

Premera Blue Cross And Washington Providers Collaborate On Healthcare Redesign ›

Blue Cross Foundation Challenge Grant Program Generates $110 Million In Innovative Ideas For A Healthy Louisiana  ›

A panel of leading healthcare experts from across the country will gather in Baton Rouge later this month to review applications for Challenge for a Healthier Louisiana, a $10 million statewide challenge grant program presented by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation in partnership with the Pennington Biomedical Research Center. The challenge grant program aims to reduce the rising obesity rate across Louisiana by providing financial support to innovative programs that promote healthy eating and active living.

Highmark Board Of Directors Names Industry Leader And Former Assistant Secretary Of Defense For Health Affairs As New CEO ›

The board of directors of Highmark Inc. today announced the appointment of William Winkenwerder, Jr., M.D., M.B.A. as the company’s new president and chief executive officer.

Why Health Care Coverage Is So Expensive ›

Three trends are the culprits for the escalating cost of health insurance: increased pharmacy and technology, waste and fraud, and unhealthy lifestyles. While there is no quick fix, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is collaborating with the medical community to better manage the costs.

Capital BlueCross Launches PersonalBlue Saver PPOSM Plan ›

Capital BlueCross understands that there are times when people want protection from unexpected medical expenses, but aren’t interested in full coverage with all the extra, more costly benefits. That’s why the company has rolled out PersonalBlue Saver PPO, a new product that caters to people with specific health insurance needs.

Independence Blue Cross Supports 2012 Senior Games ›

Blue Cross Executive Christy Reeves Honored As Influential Woman In Business ›

Blue Cross executive Christy Oliver Reeves has been named one of the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report’s 2012 Influential Women in Business. Since 2007, Reeves has served as the director of Community Relations for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. She is also the executive director of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation, the company’s charitable subsidiary.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Members Benefiting From Higher Portion Of Premiums Spent On Medical Care  ›

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) spent $255 million more on hospital and physician services, prescriptions and other medical benefits for its commercial members than federal and state standards required in 2011, under the provisions of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, officials reported today.

Health Care Reform Will Not Translate To Greater Access To Care For Tennessee’s Minority Populations ›

Despite reform, minorities in Tennessee will continue to have less access to health care services and poorer health outcomes in general than other Tennesseans, according to the latest study by the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Institute.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield Of Rhode Island Challenges Seniors To Participate In The “Never Too Old To Play” Challenge  ›

To support community initiatives that assist seniors in achieving a healthier lifestyle, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has announced the “Never Too Old to Play” Senior Challenge. Open to all Rhode Islanders aged 60 and older, participants will compete for the highest number of exercise minutes completed during June. At the end of the 30-day competition, one male and one female with the most logged exercise minutes at each participating location will receive a medal of honor and statewide bragging rights.

Blue Cross Expands “Open Streets” Events To Seven Minnesota Communities In 2012 ›

Events promote walking, bicycling for better health while supporting local businesses Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) announced today that it will help seven communities sponsor “Open Streets” events across Minnesota to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get out and enjoy their community by foot, bike, skateboard, wheelchair or even pogo-stick!

WellPoint Joins Hero Health Hire To Promote Employment Of America’s Wounded Warriors And Veterans ›

WellPoint, Inc. announced today that it has joined Hero Health Hire, a coalition of companies and other entities in the health care industry that are united with the goal of employing wounded warriors and veterans. Launched in Washington, D.C., at a 2011 industry summit that included the U.S. Secretary of Labor, members of Congress, and representatives of a number of government agencies and the military, Hero Health Hire includes companies, associations and hospitals from across the spectrum of health care that collectively employ hundreds of thousands of employees. Each has committed to working to help veterans find and retain jobs in health care.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield Of Rhode Island To Offer Free Weight Management Seminar In June ›

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) is holding a free weight management seminar during the month of June. All members of the public are invited to attend.