BCBSNC - PRWeb Press Release Group

BCBSNC Rewarding Physicians for Better Care, Not More Care, Through Blue Quality Physician Program

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Program rewards eligible physicians meeting quality standards. Open to primary care doctors who agree to BCBSNC’s standard contract. Physicians may qualify for double-digit increases in reimbursement for commonly billed services

(PRWeb December 18, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BCBSNC/Quality-Physician-Program/prweb3359544.htm

Greczyn to Retire from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina February 1

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT

Championed Turnaround of Company, Sharpened Company’s Focus on Customers.

(PRWeb December 11, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Blue_Cross_Blue_Shield/North_Carolina/prweb3325394.htm

North Carolinians Cutting Back on Needed Medical Services During Down Economy, BCBSNC Survey Finds

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT

One in six North Carolinians cutting back on medical services. More than a third now buying fewer prescription medications. Progress on preventive health in North Carolina at risk.

(PRWeb October 21, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BCBSNC/NC_healthcare/prweb3073294.htm

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Announces New President

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT

• J. Bradley Wilson named BCBSNC President, Continues as Chief Operating Officer • Bob Greczyn Continues as Chief Executive Officer

(PRWeb October 13, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Blue_Cross_Blue_Shield/North_Carolina/prweb3033764.htm

BCBSNC Promotes Seasonal Flu Shots and Waives Cost to Customers for H1N1 Vaccine

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:05:00 GMT

BCBSNC's annual flu shot program runs through March. BCBSNC will waive deductible and coinsurance payments for H1N1 vaccine.

(PRWeb October 05, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/flu_shot/h1n1_vaccine/prweb2984754.htm

BCBSNC Sees Improved Health Quality, Lower Costs Through Financial Rewards to Physicians

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

• $4.2 million in rewards paid to doctors during Bridges to Excellence quality program • Study finds lower health care spending per patient among recognized physicians • Patients incur fewer costly imaging tests, ER visits

(PRWeb June 24, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2565374.htm

BCBSNC Customers Save Millions and Stay on Medications with Free Generics Program

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

BCBSNC customers saved at least $15 million in out-of-pocket costs since January; 2.4 million generic prescriptions filled with no copay; Customers have until June 30,2009 to save with the generic copay waiver program

(PRWeb June 02, 2009)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/blue_cross_blue_shield/free_generics/prweb2463464.htm

BCBSNC Helps Customers Fight Recession With Free Generics

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 14:30:00 GMT

BCBSNC waives copayments for generic prescriptions from Jan 1 - June 30, 2009; BCBSNC's 2008 "Medication Dedication" program has helped customers stick with their medicines and save a total of $13 million on out-of-pocket costs; The 2009 generic copay waiver program applies to about 1 million BCBSNC customers

(PRWeb December 08, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Generic_Prescriptions/Blue_Cross_Blue_Shield/prweb1713964.htm

Employees Speak Out on Workplace Wellness Programs

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:30:00 GMT

Poll's key findings include: Less costly programs are the most popular with employees; employers slow to adopt the most popular programs and financial incentives motivate behavior changes

(PRWeb October 21, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BCBSNC/Workplace_Wellness/prweb1500344.htm

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Named a 2008 Working Mother 100 Best Company by Working Mother Magazine

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:30:00 GMT

Celebrating corporate America's family-friendly leaders.

(PRWeb September 23, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BCBSNC/Working_Mother_100/prweb1369954.htm

In Case of Emergency: BCBSNC Foundation Report Shares Experiences and Lessons Learned from Local Response to Hurricane Katrina

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT

11 groups across North Carolina reveal best practices in emergency preparedness and response; Emergency Preparedness Grants Program supported efforts to address needs of at-risk populations during disasters; $10 billion in damage to North Carolina communities over the past 28 years due to storms

(PRWeb August 27, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Emergency_Preparedness/Natural_Disaster/prweb1253444.htm

North Carolina's Largest Health Insurer Turns 75

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:16:07 GMT

• Gov. Easley proclaims Aug. 7 'Blue Cross and Blue Shield' day in North Carolina • BCBSNC started in 1933 as Hospital Care Association, now serves more than 3.7 million customers • Interactive timeline captured for North Carolinians at http://www.nchealthandhealing.com

(PRWeb August 06, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1185244.htm

BCBSNC Makes Electronic Prescribing Available Statewide

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Statewide ePrescribe program saves time, reduces costs and increases safety; $1000 incentive may be available to some health care providers

(PRWeb July 22, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BCBSNC/ePrescribe/prweb1128944.htm

‘Million Step March’ Celebrates Crossing the Finish Line after 600-Mile Walk Across North Carolina

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:00:00 GMT

More than 6,400 North Carolinians logged over half a billion steps during statewide campaign

(PRWeb June 12, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/million_step/march/prweb1018634.htm

BCBSNC Constructing 100,000-Square-Foot ‘Green’ Building

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Announces Companywide Focus to Reduce Energy, Water Consumption

(PRWeb April 16, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/green_building/energy/prweb863444.htm

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation Extends Partnership with North Carolina's Free Clinics

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 14:30:00 GMT

$10 Million Investment Continues Efforts to Increase Impact and Expand Reach

(PRWeb April 09, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/bcbsnc/ncfc/prweb843544.htm

Join the ‘Million Step March’ Towards a Healthier Lifestyle

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:30:00 GMT

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina to promote physical activity from the mountains to the coast

(PRWeb March 18, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Million_Step_March/healthy_lifestyles/prweb780194.htm

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Sheds Light on Medical Costs

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Insurer publishes typical costs for hundreds of visits, procedures and diseases.

(PRWeb January 17, 2008)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/BCBSNC/health_care_costs/prweb632801.htm

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Waives Copayments on Drugs for Chronic Conditions

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 15:00:00 GMT

BCBSNC to launch program to encourage members to save money and stay on their medications.

(PRWeb December 27, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/12/prweb592652.htm

Study Results Show Medical Expenses Reduced with Preventive Health Program BCBSNC’s Healthy Lifestyle Choices Participants Impact Health Care Expenses

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:53:33 GMT

•• Almost $200 per member per year savings based on two-year study of program • Almost $450,000 combined savings for roughly 1,200 participants over two years • Medical expenses were one-third less than the average medical trend

(PRWeb December 05, 2007)

Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/12/prweb574331.htm