Tag Archives: patient safety
U-M Health System executive who heads Blues hospital initiative cited as nationwide leader in patient safety
Darrell A. “Skip” Campbell Jr., a top surgeon at the University of Michigan who leads a Blue Cross-sponsored hospital partnership focusing on reducing surgical errors, has been named one of the nation’s top 50 experts leading the field of patient … Continue reading
Simple remedies could improve treatment of blocked arteries, quality-improvement study finds
Patients who undergo treatment for blocked leg arteries suffer fewer complications and require fewer repeat procedures when they quit smoking and take an aspirin and statins ahead of time, according to new research funded by BCBSM. But few patients make … Continue reading
Governor’s proposal for Blues speaks to a changed state, huge opportunity for Michigan (with infographic)
Blue Cross has long stood for its nonprofit mission of providing access to care, working to keep health care affordable, and improving both the quality of care and the health of Michigan’s residents. That’s the legacy we’ve honed over the … Continue reading
Success of Michigan hospital partnerships lands on New York Times front page
A recent front page story in The New York Times about nationwide efforts to trim hospital costs highlights news coverage of BCBSM’s efforts to improve patient safety and health care quality through its partnerships with Michigan hospitals. In April, the … Continue reading
Daniel J. Loepp Op-Ed in Detroit News Celebrates Success of Michigan Hospital Partnerships
Initiatives under way across Michigan that benefit from Blue Cross’ support are receiving national recognition for their success in slowing health care costs, BCBSM President and Chief Executive Daniel J. Loepp writes in a recent Detroit News opinion piece.
Quality Improvement Projects in Michigan Helping Bend the Health Care Cost Curve
If you are concerned about what’s going on with the escalating cost of health care in this country, you should feel good about the work going on right here in Michigan. Four programs BCBSM sponsors with Michigan hospitals have saved … Continue reading
BluesWeek: Michigan Supreme Court Order Allows Continued Growth For Accident Fund
On April 6, the Michigan Supreme Court ended an appeal filed by former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox in a lawsuit against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The Supreme Court’s order affirms decisions of the Circuit Court and Court … Continue reading
BluesWeek: Blues to Celebrate Achievements of Health Care Quality Partnerships
Blue Cross and a number of partnering health care providers will unveil new data reflecting significant achievements in four statewide Collaborative Quality Initiatives Tuesday, April 17 in Detroit. Health care reporters are invited to attend the event, which will highlight … Continue reading
BluesWeek: 2012 Blues’ Community Challenge Kicks Off in Grand Rapids With Body & Soul
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is teaming with the American Cancer Society to kick off the 2012 Blues’ Community Challenge Saturday, March 17 in Grand Rapids with Body & Soul. The Body & Soul challenge engages the African-American faith … Continue reading
To Stay Safe as a Patient, Make ‘Be Aware for Safe Care’ Your Mantra
Patient safety is a serious issue in the United States. Experts estimate that as many as 98,000 people die in the U.S. every year due to medical errors. That’s more than die from motor vehicle accidents, breast cancer, or AIDS. … Continue reading
