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Hallmark Appoints Healthcare Leader and Patient Experience Innovator Patrick T. Ryan as Board Chairman

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Hallmark Health Care Solutions , a healthcare workforce management technology company, today announced the appointment of Patrick T. Ryan as non-executive Chairman of its Board of Directors.

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  • Hallmark Health Care Solutions , a healthcare workforce management technology company, today announced the appointment of Patrick T. Ryan as non-executive Chairman of its Board of Directors.
  • Ryan brings more than 35 years of experience as an entrepreneur, leader, and CEO of numerous healthcare service organizations.
  • Ryan was recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the industry’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare of 2023.
  • “Pat brings an unparalleled passion and experience collaborating with healthcare systems and providers to improve patient, clinical, and financial outcomes,” said Bruce Cerullo, CEO of Hallmark.

Press Ganey CEO, Patrick Ryan recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Press Ganey , the leader in helping organizations transform Human Experience across healthcare, is proud to announce that its CEO Patrick Ryan was recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare of 2023.

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  • Press Ganey , the leader in helping organizations transform Human Experience across healthcare, is proud to announce that its CEO Patrick Ryan was recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare of 2023.
  • The complete ranking can be found in the Dec. 4 issue of MH magazine, and profiles of all the honorees are available online at ModernHealthcare.com/100MostInfluential .
  • "I am truly honored to be considered as a part of this accomplished group of leaders,” said Ryan.
  • “Thank you to Modern Healthcare for recognizing the important work our associates do every day to transform the Human Experience.”

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS ANNOUNCES INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS FOR 2024

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Monday, November 27, 2023

BOSTON, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced a suite of innovative new medical, pharmacy, dental and vision offerings that support the health plan's commitment to provide quality, affordable and equitable health care.

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  • BOSTON, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced a suite of innovative new medical, pharmacy, dental and vision offerings that support the health plan's commitment to provide quality, affordable and equitable health care.
  • Blue Cross announced the following new offerings:
    Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) Plans: Blue Cross is offering new EPO plan options for fully insured customers and now will offer these plans to student groups.
  • The health plan will be the first in the market to offer an EPO plan to Massachusetts individuals and small groups.
  • Pharmacy Program through Sempre Health: To improve medication adherence and affordability for members with select chronic conditions including diabetes, Blue Cross is partnering with Sempre Health.

Barings and Greatland Acquire 275 Grove Street

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Barings, one of the world’s largest diversified real estate investment managers, today announced that they have partnered with Greatland Realty Partners to acquire 275 Grove Street in Boston MSA’s premier 128 West submarket.

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  • Barings, one of the world’s largest diversified real estate investment managers, today announced that they have partnered with Greatland Realty Partners to acquire 275 Grove Street in Boston MSA’s premier 128 West submarket.
  • “We are pleased to continue growing our presence in greater Boston with the acquisition of 275 Grove Street.
  • “275 Grove Street provides high-quality workspace for Boston’s top innovation-oriented companies, in a central location with access to public transit.
  • We are excited to partner with Barings on this investment, which is a perfect complement to Greatland’s current portfolio of buildings in the market,” said Steve Spinale, Head of Investments and Capital Markets for Greatland Realty Partners.

InnovAge Names Christine Bent as Chief Operations Officer

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

DENVER, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, InnovAge Holding Corp. (“InnovAge”) (Nasdaq: INNV), an industry leader in providing comprehensive healthcare programs to frail dual-eligible seniors through the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), names Christine (Chris) Bent its Chief Operations Officer (COO) effective March 20, 2023.

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  • DENVER, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, InnovAge Holding Corp. (“InnovAge”) (Nasdaq: INNV), an industry leader in providing comprehensive healthcare programs to frail dual-eligible seniors through the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), names Christine (Chris) Bent its Chief Operations Officer (COO) effective March 20, 2023.
  • Bent joins InnovAge’s executive leadership team as Maria Lozzano assumes the role of Senior Advisor to the CEO and COO.
  • “As a second-generation healthcare executive, I have a passion for wellbeing and serving others,” Bent said.
  • Prior to Prime Therapeutics, Bent served 12 years in clinical and operations leadership roles at Allina Health, most recently as senior vice president and president of Allina Health Group.

Surround Care Names Dr. Craig E. Samitt to be Chief Executive Officer of its National Physician Enterprise

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Surround Care, a leading healthcare transformation company, today announced Craig E. Samitt, MD, MBA, has joined the company leading its National Physician Enterprise.

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  • Surround Care, a leading healthcare transformation company, today announced Craig E. Samitt, MD, MBA, has joined the company leading its National Physician Enterprise.
  • Dr. Samitt will serve as the chief executive officer of the National Physician Enterprise business unit and executive vice president at Navvis, a Surround Care company.
  • Building off of the recent announcement of Esse Health becoming a Surround Care company, Dr. Samitt will lead the company’s national footprint expansion of physician enterprises, through partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions, allowing physician groups to thrive on their journey to delivering transformative care.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230228005115/en/
    Dr. Craig Samitt, CEO, National Physician Enterprise, Surround Care and Executive Vice President, Navvis (Photo: Business Wire)
    Dr. Samitt has nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership and transformation, most recently serving as president and chief executive officer of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (BCBSMN).

CIC Health Elevates Rachel Wilson to Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, January 13, 2023

CIC Health, a public health company, today announced that its Board has elevated Rachel Wilson to the role of Chief Executive Officer.

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  • CIC Health, a public health company, today announced that its Board has elevated Rachel Wilson to the role of Chief Executive Officer.
  • “Rachel joined CIC Health’s leadership team during a pivotal time in the pandemic, before we even had approved vaccines.
  • Rowe continues to serve as the CEO of the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC), the innovation campus operator which spun out CIC Health.
  • Prior to her role at CIC Health, Wilson served as the Chief Operating Officer at Atrius Health where she provided overall strategic direction and operational oversight for clinical service lines.

Former CMMI Senior Advisor Brad Diephuis, M.D., Joins Thyme Care as Chief Business Officer

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thyme Care, an oncology care management solution providing high-touch, tech-enabled cancer care navigation, today announced it has named Brad Diephuis, M.D., as Chief Business Officer. He previously served as Senior Advisor at the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), where he helped lead the development of Medicare's vision for future total cost of care alternative payment models.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thyme Care , an oncology care management solution providing high-touch, tech-enabled cancer care navigation, today announced it has named Brad Diephuis, M.D., as Chief Business Officer.
  • He will be responsible for scaling Thyme Care's business across the United States and advancing the company's commitment to value-based oncology.
  • "Brad's unparalleled skill set and wealth of experience, both professional and personal, make him the ideal person to elevate the company's business strategy," said Robin Shah, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Thyme Care.
  • Dr. Diephuis' work at CMMI, including on ACO REACH and the Medicare Shared Savings Program, will inform his role at Thyme Care.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Collaborates with Health In Her HUE to connect Black Women and Women of Color with Culturally Sensitive Health Care Providers

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

EAGAN, Minn., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) has announced a collaboration that will provide no-cost access to Health In Her HUE, a digital platform connecting Black women and women of color with culturally sensitive health care providers. Participants will also be able to join Health In Her HUE's Virtual Care Squad experience, a support group designed by and for Black women and women of color that focuses on relevant health topics.

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  • EAGAN, Minn., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) has announced a collaboration that will provide no-cost access to Health In Her HUE, a digital platform connecting Black women and women of color with culturally sensitive health care providers.
  • The Health In Her HUE platform is designed to empower Black women and women of color to advocate for themselves in health care settings and connect them with culturally sensitive medical providers.
  • The Health In Her HUE team is actively working to increase the number of culturally sensitive providers listed in Minnesota.
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

IHI AWARDS $16.5 MILLION IN GRANTS FROM BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS TO IMPROVE HEALTH EQUITY IN MASS.

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

BOSTON, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) has awarded $16.5 million in Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA)-funded grants to 12 health systems across Massachusetts. The grants will fund projects to improve equity of care and race, ethnicity, and language data collection practices.

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  • The following organizations were awarded grants: Atrius Health, Boston Medical Center, Baycare Health Partners, Boston Children's Hospital, Beth Israel Lahey Health, Mass General Brigham, Reliant Medical Group, SoNE Health, South Shore Health, Southcoast Health, Steward, and Tufts Medicine Integrated Health.
  • "This is part of a multi-year commitment we've made to address health inequities," said Andrew Dreyfus, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
  • "Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is committed to collaborating with clinicians to support health equity efforts," said Dr. Mark Friedberg, the not-for-profit health plan's senior vice president, performance measurement & improvement.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ( http://www.bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.