Blue Cross and Blue Shield Companies Improve Health in Communities Across the Country

By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Weekly News -- The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) released " The Health of America Community Investment Report," illustrating community investments made by its 36 licensees and their foundations in 2017.

The report highlights Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies' continued support, growth and investment in building programs, forming partnerships and developing innovative technologies that have a proven impact on health outcomes and health of Americans.

Underscoring the companies' deep commitment to helping Americans live healthier lives, BCBS programs focus on driving positive health outcomes and addressing the most pressing issues affecting the country today, including community health disparities, the opioid epidemic and quality and accessibility of health care. By leveraging data insights, BCBSA and its companies are making informed decisions and developing solutions tailored for the communities in which they serve in both rural and urban geographies.

"As the health insurer to one in three Americans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies are leading the way to improving the health of all Americans," said Scott Serota, president and CEO of BCBSA. "Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies understand that the best way to positively impact health outcomes is to stand with and serve our local communities and collaborate on solutions with partners across the country."

In 2017, $284 million was invested in community health initiatives, and BCBS employees volunteered more than 540,000 hours and provided more than $17 million dollars in personal donations - a $6 million increase over 2016 employee contributions.

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