Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas frequently provides company news releases to Kansas media. Listed below are the general releases which have been distributed to media contacts during 2010. 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 Two Customer Satisfaction Awards
Dec. 10, 2010 - For the fourth consecutive year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has been awarded the Highest Customer Satisfaction Award in the health care industry by Service Quality Measurement Group (SQM). In addition to earning this prestigious award, BCBSKS is the first company within the entire Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association to be designated a "World Class Certified Call Center."
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Employees, Foundation Give $241,630 to United Way Campaigns In the State
Nov. 30, 2010 -
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas employees and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation donated a total of $241,630.68 this fall to United Way campaigns in Topeka, Salina, Wichita and Hutchinson.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Offers Tools to Reduce Childhood Obesity
Oct. 13, 2010 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas recently collaborated with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) and participating Blue Plans to develop the Good Health Club Physician ToolkitSM – unique educational materials designed to foster better communication between pediatricians and their patients on childhood obesity and diabetes prevention.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Offers Healthy Options Care Management Program to Members with COPD
July 28, 2010 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is expanding its selection of Healthy Options care management programs to include one designed for members who want help managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to Michael D. Atwood, M.D., chief medical officer of the state’s largest health insurer.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation Increases Funding of Healthy Habits for Life Grant Program to $100,000
July 20, 2010 - As the Healthy Habits for Life grant program enters its fifth giving cycle this fall, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation is making more dollars available and reaching out to a greater number of potential grantees, all in an attempt to encourage additional Kansas children to adopt healthy habits.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Recognizes Three Network Hospitals For Quality, Excellence Through National Blue Distinction® Program
May 28, 2010 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is pleased to announce that three hospitals in its network are the first in its service area to earn designations as part of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association’s expansion of its Blue Distinction program, according to Andrew C. Corbin, BCBSKS president/CEO.
Shorman Elected Chairman of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Board of Directors
May 13, 2010 - Gary D. Shorman, Hays, was elected to a one-year term as chairman of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Board of Directors at its annual meeting May 13 in Topeka. Steve W. Sloan, Pittsburg, was elected to a one-year term as vice chairman.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Encourages Kansans to Step Out for National Walk @ Lunch Day® April 28
April 14, 2010 - Kansans across the state are being encouraged by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas to take the first steps towards better health by participating in National Walk @ Lunch Day® April 28. The state’s largest health insurer is encouraging businesses large and small to organize walks for their employees that day.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Earns Third Consecutive Brand Excellence Award for Provider Satisfaction
March 18, 2010 - For the third consecutive year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has received a Brand Excellence Award for provider satisfaction from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. The annual awards honor Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies that excel in developing and enhancing the overall Blue Cross and Blue Shield brand image.
Kansas Spine Hospital, Galichia Heart Hospital Now Part of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Wichita-area Provider Network
Feb. 17, 2010 - Recognizing that Kansans value choice when it comes to selecting their health care partners, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas took steps in 2009 to expand its hospital network in the Wichita area for 2010.
New Partnership Creates BlueCHIP® Awards Program to Promote Healthy Kansas Communities
Jan. 27, 2010 - A statewide association dedicated to the promotion of healthy lifestyles in Kansas communities and the state's largest health insurer today announced a new business partnership aimed at creating a healthier state by improving the quality of life for Kansans.
30 Community Health Centers Receive Grants from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation
Jan. 14, 2010 - Thirty primary care and community health centers providing care for underserved Kansans shared $30,000 in end-of-the-year grants from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation, according to Marlou Wegener, chief operating officer of the Foundation.