We’re making some changes to the Value-Based Reimbursement Fee Schedule, effective July 1, 2016
Value-based reimbursement is one of the ways Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is working with health care professionals to create value for health care users. There have been some changes to the VBR Fee Schedule since we communicated about it in the December 2015 Record. Following is a detailed description of the VBR Fee Schedule that goes into effect July 1, 2016. Read more.
Quality, cost efficiency: Cornerstones of updated Hospital Pay-for-Performance program
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has updated the Hospital Pay-for-Performance program for 2016. Read more.
A message from Dr. S. George Kipa
New insights on asthma, allergy trends
Have you seen a lot of coughing patients lately? While a cough can be caused by many different factors, it’s often a presenting symptom of asthma. Read more. |
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A message from Dr. Amy McKenzie
We’ve updated our Clinical quality corner tip sheets for 2016
As we move forward in 2016, I’d like to offer a word of thanks to all the physicians and office staff who’ve provided positive feedback on the Clinical quality corner tip sheets we’ve been producing for the past two years.
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Blue Distinction® Total Care gives members access to high-quality care — regardless of where they live
Health care professionals who participate in our Patient-Centered Medical Home and Organized Systems of Care programs are already doing a great job of coordinating health care for a population of patients. Read more.
Focus on pharmacy
Statin use in persons with diabetes: New guidelines, recommendations
This ongoing column focuses on topics related to medications and supplements, medication adherence and efficacy, medication for treatment of chronic diseases, medication safety and more.
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In brief
Sign up for training session on treatment of chronic pain
This spring, St. John Providence will present a two-day workshop titled Treating pain caused by learned neural pathways and unresolved emotional experiences. Read more. |
