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The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association introduces four policy solutions focused on health disparities and inequities.
Where you get care matters
New research shows the cost of common health care procedures is significantly higher when performed in hospital outpatient settings.
Improving health equity in maternal care
Designated Blue Distinction Centers for Maternity Care across the country met enhanced health equity criteria in an effort to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in maternal care.
Growing the number of trauma-informed staff
Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies partner with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to scale trauma-informed practices across the country.
The Health of America
Data driven insights, stories of inspired healthcare solutions and the interactive BCBS Health Index