Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Congratulations to BCBSA CEO Kim Keck for being named one of Crain's Chicago Business Notable Leaders in Healthcare—a recognition reflecting the significant impact of her leadership and influence throughout the industry. http://bcbsa.co/6046WnMfw

It’s time to stop putting hospital systems’ profit over patients. When you get the same care from the same doctor at the same location – it shouldn’t cost nearly 4x more just because a hospital buys your physician’s practice. Our SVP of External Affairs David Merritt outlines two solutions that can help put a stop to the unreasonable mark ups from hospitals and protect patients’ pocketbooks. Learn more: http://bcbsa.co/6049WrPVB

Today is the last day to vote for Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s video campaign featuring Braver in collaboration with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island as an Anthem Award finalist in the category of health. The Anthem Awards are the mark of distinction for Social Impact excellence. This campaign has been singled out as best in class, for illuminating the resilient spirit of America’s youth, despite rising challenges with mental health. In addition to being an #AnthemAwards finalist, we have been nominated for the Community Voice Award, voted by the public! 🚨 How to Vote 🚨  ✔️ Visiting the voting website: https://lnkd.in/eZNhRFrD  ✔️ Select Blue Cross Blue Sheild Association from the list of nominees.   ✔️ Submit your vote!     Don’t wait, voting ends tonight!

Do you think it's fair to pay as much as 4x more for care just because a hospital bought your doctor's office? We don't think so either. When you receive the same health care at the same location, it shouldn't cost more just because a hospital changed the sign on the front door. That's why BCBSA and BCBS companies are committed to working with policymakers to advance commonsense solutions that will protect patients and save the U.S. billions of dollars. Learn what steps Congress can take to end dishonest billing: http://bcbsa.co/6041WP1Id

Same doctor, same location but much higher prices. It just doesn’t make sense. Our SVP, External Affairs David Merritt outlined how corporate hospital systems are putting a strain on patients’ pocketbooks, and what must be done to make pricing more reasonable. Check out the solutions that could result in billions of dollars’ in savings: https://lnkd.in/dJNKawtq

We are honored to announce that Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s video campaign featuring Braver in collaboration with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island is an Anthem Award finalist in the category of health. The Anthem Awards are the mark of distinction for Social Impact excellence. This campaign has been singled out as best in class, for illuminating the resilient spirit of America’s youth, despite rising challenges with mental health. In addition to being an #AnthemAwards finalist, we have been nominated for the Community Voice Award, voted by the public! 🚨 How to Vote 🚨 ✔️ Visit the voting website: https://lnkd.in/eZNhRFrD ✔️ Select Blue Cross Blue Shield Association from the list of nominees. ✔️ Submit your vote. Voting is open until October 31!

When you get the same care in the same location, the cost shouldn’t rise because the building gets a new name. It’s time for fair and transparent hospital pricing to make care more affordable for all. Check out this fix that can save billions: http://bcbsa.co/6042m4xTs

Today, we’re observing #WorldMentalHealthDay! 🌎 The Blue’s are taking key steps to increase access to mental health care for the millions of Americans we serve.   And here are some of the things we’re most proud of:    👩⚕️ BCBS companies have increased the number of mental health providers in our networks by 55% since 2019  🧠 We’re supporting more than 250 youth mental health programs nationwide  📚 The Blues are partnering with experts on innovative approaches to behavioral health treatment     America’s mental health crisis requires action—and we’re not waiting. Together, we can create a healthier community.

Mental health is health care 💪

#TeamBCBSA came together for our annual #CommunityImpactDay. This event is now a hallmark of our culture, where our employees head out into the community to support nonprofits. We partnered with 16 organizations across 19 sites throughout Chicago and the DC Metro area. More than 800 employees participated, contributing a total of 6,000 volunteer hours. BCBS companies serve members in every zip code in America with deep roots. We take pride in our strong ties to the communities we serve! ALIVE! Blessings in a Backpack - Chicago Chapter Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Covenant House Greater Washington Cradles to Crayons Chicago FACETS Friends of the National Arboretum Gardeneers Greater Chicago Food Depository Homeward Trails Animal Rescue Hope For The Warriors® LIFT ME UP! Therapeutic Riding Martha's Table SMYAL THEARC-Building Bridges Across the River Union League Boys & Girls Clubs YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago