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Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Enhances Blue Distinction Centers for Maternity Care Criteria to Advance Health Equity

Today, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) released new evaluation criteria for Blue Distinction Centers (BDC) for Maternity Care starting in 2023. The enhanced measures evaluate each facility based on quality and its commitment to health equity, including how the facility collects and analyzes race and ethnicity data to reduce health care disparities.

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No Surprises Act Protects 9 Million Americans from Surprise Medical Bills

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Statement on the Election of the 118th Congress

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association President and CEO Kim Keck issued the following statement today regarding the U.S. midterm elections: "Every American deserves high-quality health care that is affordable, equitable and accessible, and we are committed to working with all lawmakers—regardless of party or perspective—to achieve these goals.

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New Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Report Finds Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Maternal Health Complications Climbed During COVID-19 Pandemic

The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) released a report that confirms women of color are at higher risk of pregnancy-related complications, regardless of having commercial health insurance or Medicaid.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Names David Merritt SVP of Policy and Advocacy

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) announced that David Merritt has been named senior vice president of policy and advocacy, effective Oct. 24, 2022.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Names Vice President of National Employee Benefits Administration and Blue Venture Fund

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) announced John Banta as the new vice president, National Employee Benefits Administration (NEBA) and Blue Venture Fund (BVF).