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BCBS Plans Measurements Of Quality

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans are continually working to provide you with access to quality healthcare. One of the ways to demonstrate that we are achieving these goals is to have these efforts... View article

Healthcare Fraud

What is healthcare fraud? It is the intentional filing of a false claim for monetary gain. It is lying about your condition or the types of services provided by a hospital or ... View article

Medical Mistakes

A report from the Institute of Medicine estimates that up to 98,000 Americans die every year from medical mistakes in hospitals alone. That's about 3,230 preventable deaths ... View article

Prescription Drug Safety

We have several programs that protect your health by ensuring medications are prescribed in accordance with generally accepted medical practice. We also ensure ... View article

Protecting Your Health In Summer Heat And Sun

Summer is here! It's time to get outdoors, walk, swim, and just have some fun after a very long winter. Here are some tips to make sure your outdoor activities are fun as well as good for your health. View article

Safekeeping of Medicines

Too much heat or cold, humidity and direct sunlight can lower or ruin the effectiveness of many drugs and vitamins. So, keeping them in your bathroom or kitchen ... View article

Steps to Safer Health

Speak up if you have questions or concerns. Choose a doctor who you feel comfortable talking to about your health and treatment. Take a relative or friend with you if ... View article