Category Archives: Health Care Reform
Wondering how health care reform will affect you? New healthcarereformbasics.com makes it simple
Confused about health care reform? You’re hardly alone. Studies show that Americans have a low awareness of what the Affordable Care Act does and are more familiar with the contentious politics surrounding the law. A recent New York Times story … Continue reading
Next steps for BCBSM transition to nonprofit mutual insurer
Monday marked a landmark change in Michigan’s insurance code, abolishing antiquated regulations and setting the stage for a fair and competitive health care marketplace for Michigan consumers. By signing Senate Bill 61 and 62 into law, Governor Snyder has started … Continue reading
What customers need to know about BCBSM becoming a nonprofit mutual
Now that Gov. Rick Snyder has signed into law his plan to transition Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to a nonprofit mutual insurer and modernize Michigan’s regulatory system, the Blues are preparing for a new era of health care leadership … Continue reading
Health insurance reform bills, now headed to Gov. Snyder’s desk, will be part of Blue Cross’ legacy
The state Legislature wrapped up work Tuesday on a bipartisan set of reforms to modernize Michigan’s health insurance market, sending bills that authorize Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to become a nonprofit mutual to Gov. Rick Snyder for his … Continue reading
Michigan consumers win thanks to health insurance reforms
All players on the field playing by the same rules – this is a common definition of fair competition. At Blue Cross, we are very pleased to have both the Michigan House and Senate – by overwhelming majorities – endorse … Continue reading
Blue Cross launches new advertising at a critical time for consumers
Last night on the Academy Awards, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan introduced a new advertising campaign and tagline, “Confidence Comes with Every Card.” New campaigns and slogans are launched by brands virtually every day. We took particular care in … Continue reading
Storify: After unanimous Senate approval, bills to reform Michigan’s insurance market, transition BCBSM head to House Insurance Committee
The state House Insurance Committee last week took up Gov. Rick Snyder’s proposal to modernize Michigan’s health care regulatory system by transitioning Blue Cross to a nonprofit mutual insurance company. The bills passed the state Senate unanimously earlier this month. … Continue reading
Massachusetts business leaders to share health care reform insights Monday in Ann Arbor
The Affordable Care Act is just around the corner for Michigan businesses, but are you ready? Health care reform will impact everyone, but especially local business, which not only will need to meet the new guidelines, but wish to provide … Continue reading
Gov. Snyder’s plan to transition BCBSM enjoys widespread support
As the Michigan Legislature returns to complete its work for 2012, Gov. Rick Snyder’s proposal to modernize Michigan’s antiquated, inconsistent 32-year old system of health insurance regulations is an issue that is generating broad-based public support. Over Thanksgiving weekend, The … Continue reading
Michigan State House Insurance Committee hearing testimony from BCBSM
Most Favored Nation status and competing health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
