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The ABCs of health literacy

WebAccording to the latest data, it is estimated that the overall annual cost of low health literacy to the U.S. economy is between $106 and $236 billion. And a study of …

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Medicaid: A primer on America’s biggest health insurance program

WebMedicaid is the largest source of health care coverage in the U.S., providing a critical safety net for some of the most vulnerable Americans, including low-income …

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Making wellness programs work better

WebMaking wellness programs work better. Employers are expected to spend, on average, $3.6 million on corporate wellness programs this year, and with health costs continuing to …

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Working to prevent racial disparities in health care

WebInstitutional bias and systematic racism have led to stark and worsening disparities and inequities. Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies, health insurers to one in …

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Managing well-being in a virtual world

WebWellness. COMMUNITY. Managing well-being in a virtual world. The cultural shift to social distancing during the coronavirus outbreak has changed much of daily life in the U.S. …

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Moving mental health to the forefront of care

WebSeptember is national suicide prevention month. If you or someone you know is in an emergency call 911 or the national suicide prevention lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). …

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Inpatient hospital care in the comfort of home

WebThe trend is called Home Recovery Care (HRC), a model in which patients receive all the essential elements of an inpatient stay at home. Benefits for patients …

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New study shows enhanced premium tax credits make coverage …

WebA principal component of the ARPA was enhanced premium tax credits for people with health coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace. This assistance …

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Tech and a personal touch can reduce chronic disease

WebHealth Care Cost. INSIGHTS. Tech and a personal touch can reduce chronic disease. I was excited to connect recently with Brenda Schmidt, the founder and CEO of …

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Reviving health as part of a community’s renaissance

WebReviving health as part of a community’s renaissance. With more than $250 million in investments and 1,700 new jobs in the last decade, the historic Pullman district on …

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Fighting for America’s health since the start of the pandemic

WebBlue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies have been working to support individuals and communities for more than a year in the face of the COVID-19 crisis. This includes …

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Caregiving: More than just ‘doing what is right’

WebCaregiving: More than just ‘doing what is right’. Millions of Americans are caregivers, helping to manage and administer medications, assist people with daily tasks, help with finances and advocate for patients. Caregivers offer their time and emotional labor, often without pay — and to the detriment of their own health.

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Improving Affordable Care Act tax credits so

WebToday, 90 percent of Americans have health coverage through their jobs, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Medicare or Medicaid. Even more people will obtain …

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Using technology to transform patient care

WebUsing technology to transform patient care. Organizations representing clinicians, hospitals, payers and technology companies, as well as patient and consumer advocates recently came together to jointly host a Health IT Leadership Roundtable on The Power of Technology to Transform Patient Care: Health IT Priorities for 2021.. The …

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Building better lives for better health

WebBuilding better lives for better health. Hispanic people across the United States face unique circumstances that often lead to poor health. Factors including immigration status, …

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Using data to overcome hesitancy and lift hopes for the COVID-19 …

WebAmid a pandemic that has taken a disproportionately grim toll on communities of color, the promise of life-saving vaccines is cause for optimism. Yet, reluctance shaped by …

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Virtual Capitol Hill Briefing: COVID-19

WebBCBSA hosted a virtual Capitol Hill Briefing on COVID-19 focusing on how to increase confidence in vaccines, particularly among vulnerable populations. Since the …

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Building a better recess — and healthier kids — in Rhode Island

WebStarting in 2016 with 18 schools, the Recess Rocks in Rhode Island partnership has expanded to 80 schools in 26 school districts in 2019. BCBSRI has provided $425,000 in …

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4 essentials for the continued success of Medicare Advantage

WebHere are four key points that are essential to the continued strength of Medicare Advantage: Flexibility is Critical to Address Chronic Conditions and Social Determinants of Health. …

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