“We’re seeing the market begin to stabilize after three years of coverage,” said Brian Tajlili, director of actuarial and pricing services for Blue Cross NC. “Unfortunately, the lack of CSR funding significantly increases the rates for all ACA customers. We are still required to offer the additional CSR benefits to participate in the Exchange, so covering these costs without CSR funding will drive up our average rate for next year.”

“The inability to swim is something that can get passed on through generations,” said Blue Cross NC Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation President Kathy Higgins. “Children who don’t know how to swim often become parents who don’t know how to swim, and their children can eventually end up the same way. It’s vitally important that we break that cycle by teaching a new generation of kids how to be safe in the water.”

DURHAM, N.C. (May 17, 2017) – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) and Amerigroup Partnership Plan, LLC, one of the nation’s leading providers of Medicaid managed care services, have announced an agreement to collaborate in the...

“Hike NC’s fall launch was a success, with more than 800 people across the state signing up for a guided hike,” said Kathy Higgins, Blue Cross’ vice president of Corporate Affairs. “We want North Carolinians to discover what spring has to offer on the trails with friends and family. Hike NC not only gets people outside and active, but allows them to explore their breathtaking state in a unique way.”

“The environment remained volatile this past year in our industry. While we saw fewer losses with ACA plans, these customers continued to need expensive medical services. Gains in other lines of business offset these losses,” said Blue Cross Chief Financial Officer Mitch Perry. “It’s still uncertain how changes in Washington will affect our customers in 2018. Despite these challenges, the company remains well-capitalized and financially strong.”

“Ned’s involvement in many community organizations combined with his history as a leader in business in the Charlotte-Metro area and across the state brings a unique perspective to our company,” said Blue Cross President and CEO, Brad Wilson.

“It’s been a privilege to work for a company that has been helping North Carolinians live healthier for the past 84 years,” said Wilson. “Now is a good time to transition leadership to the next CEO – one who will lead Blue Cross through the next wave of health care reform just as I have been fortunate to do for the last seven years. I will work closely with the Board of Trustees to establish a timeline that ensures a smooth transition.”

“Investing in our employees and their families, allowing them to build a bond with their new additions, not only lowers health care costs to our employees and our customers, but it’s the right thing to do,” states Fara Palumbo, senior vice president and chief human resources office for Blue Cross. “Reports show there is a connection between paid leave, employee retention and the health of parents and their children.”

Mosaic Health Solutions and Cambia Health Solutions, Inc. today announced the creation of Echo Health Ventures, a new health care investment company focused on investing in great companies and transforming health care for consumers.

The following is a statement from Brad Wilson, BCBSNC president and CEO The Affordable Care Act (ACA) Annual Enrollment Period begins today. This is the time when North Carolinians and their families can purchase health care coverage for 2017. Because...