Press Releases
In this section of the Blue Cross Blue Shield MediaRoom, you'll find our news releases. The releases are listed in chronological order and are archived by year.
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Aug 24, 2012
BCBSMA donates $5,000 to Jimmy Fund in friendly competition to promote Mayor's fitness challengeBOSTON — August 24, 2012 — In a fight to the finish, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) senior leaders out-walked the Boston Red Sox front office in a friendly competition...
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Aug 15, 2012Disciplined business strategy results in modest operating margin of 0.5% in second quarter
BOSTON — August 15, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, (BCBSMA) Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (BCBSMA HMO Blue) today announced a combined...
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Aug 13, 2012State's largest private health plan celebrates its 75th anniversary by partnering with leading startup incubator to help ten promising local health care companies grow
BOSTON — August 13, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) and Healthbox, a company that supports early-stage health care innovation and entrepreneurship, announced today they...
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Aug 1, 2012
August 1, 2012 Andrew Dreyfus' Statement — Senate bill 2400 "Massachusetts has been a national model for expanding access to health care services. And now, we are poised to lead again — this...
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Jul 31, 2012Self-funded employers throughout the country have new option to safeguard against financial risks
BOSTON — July 31, 2012 — Indigo Insurance Services, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, today announced it will offer Stop-Loss insurance to employers...
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Jul 12, 2012
BOSTON — July 12, 2012 — Five popular high quality health plan options from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) will soon be available to thousands of small businesses statewide...
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Jul 12, 2012
July 12, 2012 Andrew Dreyfus' Statement "We're pleased that after two years of rigorous analysis, the new findings by the Harvard Medical School demonstrate the AQC model is achieving its original...
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Jun 28, 2012
June 28, 2012 Andrew Dreyfus' Statement "Today's ruling is a validation of decades of work here in Massachusetts to expand health care coverage to all of our citizens. All Americans will now have...
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Jun 21, 2012Cost savings, improved employee workspace, convenient public transportation cited as major factors
BOSTON — June 21, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) will relocate its corporate headquarters to 101 Huntington Avenue in Boston. The move will occur in the spring of 2015...
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May 15, 2012
BOSTON — May 15, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. announced its first quarter 2012 financial results today. The...
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May 14, 2012Large group-practice is latest to join innovative payment program
BOSTON — May 14, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Lahey Clinic announced today that Lahey will participate in Blue Cross' Alternative Quality Contract (AQC), a global payment...
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May 7, 2012Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts announces steps to help prevent prescription pain killer misuse, addiction and diversion.
BOSTON — May 7, 2012 — In an effort to limit possible prescription narcotic misuse and dependence among its members, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) announced today that it is...
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May 1, 2012Four municipalities reduce health care cost trends while improving employee health
BOSTON — May 1, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA), the trusted health plan of cities and towns for more than 70 years, today announced the winners of its fourth annual...
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Mar 29, 2012
BOSTON — March 29, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts' (BCBSMA) Board of Directors announced today that Bruce H. Hamory, M.D., FACP, Timothy M. Sweeney and Paul F. Toner have...
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Mar 29, 2012Hospital and community health centers agree to join innovative payment program
BOSTON — March 29, 2012 — Boston Medical Center (BMC) and seven affiliated health centers will join Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts' (BCBSMA) Alternative Quality Contract (AQC). The...
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Mar 1, 2012Reports modest operating margin of 0.7% for the year while delivering lowest premium increases since 2005
BOSTON — March 1, 2012 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (BCBSMA HMO Blue) announced its 2011 calendar...
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Jan 24, 2012Hospital and physicians agree to rate freeze for 2012
BOSTON — January 24, 2012 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA), Children's Hospital Boston, Children's Physicians' Organization, and the Pediatric Physician Organization at Children'
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Jan 13, 2012With GeoBlue, Blue Cross Blue Shield to be first Massachusetts-based health insurer to offer international coverage.
BOSTON — January 13, 2012 — Some of the largest employers in Massachusetts are global companies whose far-reaching operations can be found in every corner of the globe. In fact, among the top...
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Jan 13, 2012Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has the tools to keep you on target
BOSTON — January 13, 2012 — It's no surprise that New Year's resolutions quickly get kicked to the curb after the holidays. According to a TIME Special Report, getting fit, eating healthier...
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Dec 7, 2011BCBSMA Members Can Continue to Seek Care at Tufts Medical Center and from its Community Physician Network
BOSTON — December 7, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA), Tufts Medical Center and New England Quality Care Alliance (NEQCA) announced today that they have agreed to a new...
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Nov 17, 2011
BOSTON — November 17, 2011 — Tufts Medical Center, its community physician network, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts are committed to reaching agreement on a new Blue Cross...
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Nov 15, 2011Disciplined business strategy results in modest operating margin of 1.4% for the first three quarters of 2011
BOSTON — November 15, 2011 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (BCBSMA HMO Blue) today announced a...
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Nov 15, 2011
BOSTON — November 15, 2011 — The rising cost of health care is one of the biggest challenges facing our community today. We know that health care costs are making our businesses less...
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Nov 8, 2011
BOSTON — November 8, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) today announced that Stephanie Lovell will join the company as Senior Vice President and General Counsel, effective...
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Nov 7, 2011Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts offers tips for staying healthy this Holiday Season
BOSTON — November 7, 2011 — The holiday season is upon us. Before planning that Thanksgiving dinner or Black Friday shopping spree, put a flu vaccination at the top of the list. Flu...
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Oct 31, 2011Boston Business Journal recognizes Andrew Dreyfus and BCBSMA for outstanding service to the community
BOSTON — October 31, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) President and CEO Andrew Dreyfus was recently honored with the Boston Business Journal's 2011 CEO Social Leadership...
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Oct 27, 2011Cooley Dickinson Hospital also agrees to reduce its prices
BOSTON — October 27, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) today announced that Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH) and Cooley Dickinson Physician Hospital Organization (CDPHO),...
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Oct 5, 2011Renegotiated contract includes $80 million in annual savings for BCBSMA customers
BOSTON — October 5, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) announced today that Partners HealthCare will join BCBSMA's innovative payment system known as the Alternative...
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Sep 8, 2011Plans feature significant cost savings while helping cities and towns retain local control
BOSTON — September 8, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) today announced a suite of new benefit plans that help Massachusetts cities and towns achieve significant savings...
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Sep 7, 2011Massachusetts' leading health plan announces first ever all-company Service Day
BOSTON — September 7, 2011 — September 20, 2011 will be a day like no other in the nearly 75-year history of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA). Instead of engaging in a typical...
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Aug 15, 2011Disciplined business strategy results in modest 0.2% operating margin for the first half of 2011
BOSTON — August 15, 2011 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (BCBSMA HMO Blue) today announced a...
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Jul 14, 2011
BOSTON — July 14, 2011 — A just-released study by a team of researchers at the Harvard Medical School finds that a new global payment model being implemented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of...
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Jul 6, 2011
BOSTON — July 6, 2011 — The Board of Directors believes today's report by Attorney General Martha Coakley's Office regarding the compensation paid to former CEO Cleve Killingsworth...
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Jun 22, 2011
BOSTON — June 22, 2011 — Attorney General Martha Coakley is to be commended for her continued strong interest and sustained attention to the issue of rising health care costs – an issue of...
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May 16, 2011
BOSTON — May 16, 2011 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (BCBSMA HMO Blue) announced its first quarter,...
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Apr 25, 2011Earth Day Volunteer Activities Kick-off Support for Healthy Environments Goal
BOSTON — April 25, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA), a locally-based, community-focused health plan, today announced its goals for advancing the company's four community...
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Mar 18, 2011Municipalities Recognized for Achievements in Improving Employee Health and Wellness
BOSTON — March 18, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA), a locally-based, community-focused health plan, today announced the winners of the annual Municipal Blue Innovation...
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Mar 8, 2011Board of Directors Voluntarily Suspends Pay
BOSTON — March 8, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is a locally-based, community-minded company that has been proudly serving the Commonwealth for nearly 75 years. We are...
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Mar 1, 2011Strong investment earnings result in modest net income margin of 0.2%
BOSTON — March 1, 2011 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (BCBSMA HMO Blue) announced its 2010 calendar...
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Feb 10, 2011New Feature Gives Employers More Affordable Option and Consumers an Incentive to Seek High-Value Care
BOSTON — February 10, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA), is introducing an innovative new health plan design for individuals and employers that offers significant...
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Jan 27, 2011Increases in Claims Processing Efficiency and Affordability Expected
BOSTON — January 27, 2011 — NASCO and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) today announced BCBSMA as a full partner in NASCO. BCBSMA joins a growing number of Blue Cross® and Blue...
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Jan 25, 2011
BOSTON — January 25, 2011 — Massachusetts is fortunate to be home to a number of locally-based, community-minded, not-for-profit health plans that are consistently rated among the best in the...
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Jan 21, 2011Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Announces First-Year Results of Alternative Quality ContractOne of the largest payment reform initiatives in the country shows success in improving patient care and lowering cost trends
BOSTON — January 21, 2011 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (BCBSMA), today announced the first-year results of its Alternative Quality Contract (AQC) agreements with physicians...