Blue Cross Blue Shield News Monitoring

Blue Cross and St. Francis continue reimbursement talks ‘in good faith’

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka are continuing their “good faith” negotiations for reimbursement rates as the current agreement is set to expire at the end …

Amid SNAP uncertainty, Anthem boosts holiday food access with $60K donation to local charities

Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other nutritious foods displayed at a Fresh Vibes Market, part of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s $60,000 holiday donation supporting families in need across New York. Photo courtesy of Anthem Blue Cross and …

New Program Aims to Strengthen Community Health Tech in NWA

(Shutterstock) NXTUS Inc. of Wichita, Kansas, along with HTA, formerly HealthTech Arkansas, introduced on Monday HealthCatalyst NWA, an innovation program designed to expand opportunities for early-stage companies and make northwest Arkansas a leader for …

Ascension Texas patients may pay more over contract dispute with Blue Cross and Blue Shield

TEXAS — According to a statement from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, negotiations with Ascension Texas facilities are underway. But if a new contract isn’t reached by Jan. 1, those facilities will become out-of-network and patients may be forced to …

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield recaps Royce's Make-A-Wish

Hoosiers get extra time to choose new Medicaid plans

ndiana health officials are extending open enrollment for two major Medicaid programs through Dec. 24, giving more time for hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers facing a forced plan change to select another option from the state’s managed care lineup. The …

Then and Now: Matt Waller builds what lasts through leadership

For Matt Waller, 61, leadership is about uplifting others, a lesson he attributes to a quote he read as a high school senior by motivational speaker Zig Ziglar: “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help other people get what they want …

Highmark loses $69M through 3rd quarter, dragged down by insurance costs

Health insurance headwinds resulted in a $69 million net loss for Highmark Health in the first nine months of the year. On Monday, the Pittsburgh-based parent company of Highmark Health Plans and Allegheny Health Network reported financial results through …

Influential Women Profiles Asia A. Alexander, M.S.: Marketing Instructor at Southern University and A&M College

BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bridging Data and Human Behavior in the Classroom and Beyond Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Asia A. Alexander, M.S., is not just a Marketing Instructor at Southern University …

Highmark Health Reports $24.6 Billion in Revenue, $69 Million Net Loss for the Nine Months ended Sept. 30, 2025; ...

Allegheny Health Network reports 11% revenue growth, $79 million operating income, a $167 million improvement year over year Highmark Health Plans reports 13% revenue growth, $211 million operating loss Diversified businesses report 7% revenue growth, $29 …

Here's What's On The Agenda In Trenton Today

Here's what's on the agenda in Trenton today (Monday, December 15th): SENATE QUORUM Senate Chambers Group (4) Committees scheduled to meet Senate Budget and Appropriations Meeting 12:00 PM Committee Room 4, 1st Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ …

More than Coverage: What It Takes to Be a True Community Partner

Many adults today feel as if they are navigating life alone. People feel disconnected from each other and uncertain about the institutions that should help them in their daily lives. Health care can, and should, provide clarity and comfort, yet it often …

Pittsburgh-based health insurance giant Highmark announces venture with a new Blue plan

Pittsburgh-based health insurance giant Highmark Inc. this week unveiled its new collaboration with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC), a move that company officials said will reinforce their commitment to employees and improve the health …

Iowa State Fair earns international industry honors (copy)

DES MOINES — Demonstrating its continued leadership in the fair industry, the Iowa State Fair brought home multiple awards and honors from the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) Annual Convention, held Dec. 1–4 in Denver, Colorado. …

City of Lamar - November 2025 Payments - General, Water, and Sanitation Funds

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAMAR MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON NOVEMBER 10 & 24, 2025. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT APPROVED THAT THE BILLS BE ALLOWED AND PAYMENT BE MADE ON THE SAME.                                                           GENERAL, …

What this artist has planned for N. Kansas Avenue Bridge

Dec. 13, 2025, 4:05 a.m. CT A new mural will be painted on the N. Kansas Avenue Bridge piers in Topeka by a team of local artists. Lead artist Zandra Sneed-Dawkins will collaborate with artists Jordan E. Brooks and Pradeep K. Bangalore. The mural will …

Five MyMichigan Medical Centers earn Blue Distinction Center+ designations for knee and hip replacements

According to a MyMichigan Health press release on Friday, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has recognized MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement, part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care Program. …

Highmark Inc., Blue KC announce affiliation agreement

Pennsylvania-based Highmark Inc. is affiliating with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC).  The leading local not-for-profit health insurer in the Kansas City region, Blue KC announced plans to affiliate with Highmark Inc., a not-for-profit …

Highmark to acquire Blue KC in Kansas City

Health insurer Highmark is greatly extending its reach as it announced Thursday it’s acquiring a Kansas City, Mo., -based healthcare insurer. Pittsburgh-based Highmark, which owns and operates AHN Grove City hospital, is acquiring Blue Cross and Blue …

PayToMe.co Closes Acquisitions of Luggage To Ship, Ship And Storage, Ship To Box to Accelerate Global Expansion

Powering the AI Financial Infrastructure Layer Behind Global Platforms, Marketplaces, and Digital Services PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PayToMe.co (“PTM”), a Silicon Valley–based, AI-native financial …

Fire tests confirm not all fire-retardant treatments are equal

ASTM E2768 testing shows wood treated with non-pressure applied fire retardants is unable to reliably achieve the results required by the building codes VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the growing …

Calsoft automates disaster recovery testing for a global data protection vendor

Calsoft, a digital transformation and product engineering services provider, has deployed an automated disaster recovery orchestration framework. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Calsoft, a digital …

Enkrypt AI Announces Inclusion in KuppingerCole Analysts’ Leadership Compass for Generative AI Defense

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Enkrypt AI has been included in the newly released KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Generative AI Defense, authored by Lead Analyst Jonathan Care. The report examines the …

Commercial Restoration Company Wins Two MarCom Awards for Creative Marketing Excellence

CRC’s “Back to Pre-Loss Condition” Campaign Recognized with Platinum and Gold Honors GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Commercial Restoration Company (CRC), a leading national provider of commercial …

HCIactive Announces Partnerships to Accelerate AI-First Modernization Across Benefits and Insurance Administration

COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HCIactive today announced a series of new enterprise partnerships across Third Party Administrators (TPAs), carriers, employer groups, and technology partners that will …

A Primary Care Model for Addiction Treatment Is Emerging—and It Changes Everything for Payers

Orbiit Recovery Ecosystem Early Release Introduces Continuous, Adaptive Addiction Care With Higher Engagement and Lower Cost ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Orbiit Services Inc. today announced the Early …

Chaiz partners with Capital Auto Protection Services to give drivers more coverage choices

Chaiz has added Capital Auto Protection Services (CAPS) as a verified partner on the Chaiz marketplace. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chaiz has added Capital Auto Protection Services (CAPS) as a verified partner on …

Best Option Restoration Delivers Compassionate, Professional Service Under Local Denton Owners Jon and Erin Dempsey

Locally owned by Jon and Erin Dempsey, Best Option Restoration of Denton delivers trusted, compassionate emergency restoration when homeowners need it most. DENTON, TX, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeowners and …

Sign Market Projected to Grow to $137.4 Billion by 2029 at a 4.7% CAGR

The Business Research Company's Sign Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The signage industry has been …

Early Release: A New Recovery Ecosystem That Adapts to People—Not the Other Way Around

You’re Not Powerless Anymore ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Orbiit Introduces Intelligent, Connected Recovery for Clinicians, Families, and Supporters Orbiit Services Inc. today announced the Early Release of the …

Samaritan Protective Services Releases Major AI-Driven Update to Samaritan Vigil Protective Intelligence Platform

New mission-context intelligence, AI transparency, and advanced analyst tools enhance real-time threat monitoring WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Samaritan Protective Services, a global leader in protective …

ROAR Partners and Entoro Expand Access to Pre-Disaster Mitigation Financing Through Innovative Resilience Securities

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ROAR Partners and Entoro announced today a partnership implementing Entoro’s Natural Capital Securities (NCS) Program within ROAR’s Capital Investment Stack to help close a …

New Insurance Rules Could Leave Crash Victims with No Money for Rehab- Warns Noohi Law

New Ontario "First Payer" insurance rules drain rehab limits fast. Noohi Law warns your $65k coverage is at risk. Learn how to protect your rights now. TORONTO, ONTARIO , CANADA, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big changes are …

Nobis Executive Appointed to Chair Denials Management Committee at AMRPA

Tracey Nixon, Chief Compliance Officer at Nobis and AMRPA Board Member, Accepts Appointment ALLEN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tracey Nixon, Chief Compliance Officer for Nobis and a Board Member at the American …

Gossage Consulting Launches Strategic Alliance with Gentask to Equip North American CEOs with Virtual Professionals

Partnership channels more than 10,000 virtual pros through Gossage Consulting’s delegation framework, freeing leaders to focus on revenue, relationships LITTLE ROCK, AR, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For entrepreneurs …

Cavo Health Unveils Autonomous Point-of-Care Coding to Boost Revenue and Reduce Physician Burnout

Announcing the First Precise Word Matching Autonomous Coding Product on the Market, Setting a New Standard in Point-Of-Care Coding Solutions. INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cavo Health today announced …

Benefit Advisors Network Admits Leading Phoenix-Based Benefits and Financial Firm Arcwood as Newest Member

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Benefit Advisors Network (BAN), an international network of progressive and visionary employee benefit brokers and consulting firms from across the United States and Canada, is …

Inga Ellzey Billing Companies Launches New Revenue Calculator Tool for Dermatology Practices

Practice leaders gain clearer insight into missed revenue as IEBC releases its latest financial assessment resource CASSELBERRY, FL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Inga Ellzey Billing Companies today announced the release …

Dr. Anaïs Carniciu, An Expert in Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Discusses Solutions for Winter Surge in Dry Eye Symptoms

Dr. Carniciu, is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2025, and President of the Westchester County Medical Society. WHITE PLAINS, NY, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Let’s Talk™: Winter brings a surge in dry eye symptoms, eyelid …