Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas frequently provides company news releases to Kansas media. Listed below are the general releases which were distributed to media contacts during 2007. These releases are in their original wording as presented to the media. Published versions may have varied.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Earns World Class in Customer Satisfaction Award
Dec. 19, 2007 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas earned the World Class in Customer Satisfaction award from Service Quality Measurement Group (SQM), an independent third-party company conducting random surveys of members who recently made phone inquires to BCBSKS.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation Donates $34,700 to Schools through Healthy Habits for Life Grant Program
Nov. 28, 2007 - Thirty-five school nurses or program administrators from across the state are recipients of Healthy Habits for Life grants from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation, and are using the funds this school year to promote healthy lifestyle choices to their students.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Employees, Foundation Give $226,290.18 to United Way Campaigns throughout the State
Nov. 8, 2007 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation donated a total of $226,290.18 this fall to United Way campaigns in Topeka, Salina, Wichita and Hutchinson.
New President/CEO Restructures Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Names Two New Vice Presidents
Oct. 2, 2007 - Andrew C. Corbin, who became president/CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Oct. 1, has announced a realignment of the organizational structure at the state's largest health insurer, aimed at consolidating and streamlining operations. In the process, he has promoted two long-time employees to serve as vice presidents of newly created divisions.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation Renews Healthy Habits for Life Grant Program for Second Year
July 25, 2007 - The first major grant-giving program of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation enjoyed so much success its first year that the foundation's leadership has agreed to commit dollars to the program for a second year, according to Graham Bailey, chief operating officer of the foundation.
Corbin Selected as Next President/CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
July 9, 2007 - Andrew C. Corbin will bring more than 30 years of health insurance sales and management experience to his new position as president/CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas when he is promoted Oct. 1. The company's board of directors announced today that Corbin will replace Michael M. Mattox, who plans to retire after more than 35 years with the company, including the past five as president/CEO.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Wheatlands Subsidiary Out of Running for New Medicare Contract
May 29, 2007 - The bid submitted by Wheatlands Administrative Services, a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, for the Jurisdiction 5 Medicare Part A and B contract has been deemed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as not in the competitive range and, therefore, Wheatlands is no longer being considered for the five-year contract, according to Graham Bailey, BCBSKS vice president of corporate communications and public relations.
Alley Re-elected as Chairman of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Board of Directors
May 10, 2007 - James M. Alley III, D.D.S., an oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Wichita, was re-elected to a third one-year term as chairman of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Board of Directors at its annual meeting May 10 in Topeka.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation Donates $25,000 to United Way's Greensburg Disaster Fund
May 9, 2007 - Citing a need to assist fellow Kansans with their basic needs after last Friday's devastating tornado in Greensburg, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation is contributing $25,000 to the United Way's Greensburg Disaster Fund.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation Donates $33,700 to Schools Through Healthy Habits for Life Grant Program
Feb. 21, 2007 - Thirty-eight school nurses from across the state are using grants that they received from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation to promote healthy lifestyle choices to their school-aged children. The foundation has donated $33,751.30 through Healthy Habits for Life, its first major grant program.
Three Health Associations Benefit When Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Members Sign Up for Online Service
Jan. 23, 2007 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is asking its members to help the company stay cost-effective while at the same time highlighting programs that help members manage their chronic health conditions. During 2007, for every member who newly signs up to receive their Summary of Claims Processed (SOCP) form online rather than in the mail, the company will donate $1 to either the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association.
Matthew D. All Named Vice President of Legal Services and General Counsel for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Jan. 15, 2007 - Matthew D. All, Lawrence, has recently been named vice president and general counsel for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, according to Michael M. Mattox, BCBSKS president/CEO.
Cathy Mih Taylor, MD, Joins Board of Directors for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Jan. 3, 2007 - Cathy Mih Taylor, M.D., Chanute, recently joined the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Board of Directors. Dr. Taylor was selected to fill a newly created position on the board until the annual policyholders meeting May 10 at which time she will be eligible to be elected to a three-year term on the board.