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Nikki Sorum, John Uribe Join Board of Directors for Alerus Financial Corporation

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星期三, 十二月 13, 2023
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Alerus Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: ALRS) is pleased to announce the addition of Nikki Sorum and John Uribe to its board of directors.

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  • Alerus Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: ALRS) is pleased to announce the addition of Nikki Sorum and John Uribe to its board of directors.
  • “We are honored to welcome these accomplished financial leaders to our board,” said Alerus CEO and President Katie Lorenson.
  • “Nikki and John have incredible depth of knowledge to contribute as we continue building on our company’s strong foundation.
  • Mr. Uribe brings more than 30 years of financial and strategic leadership experience with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, financial planning and analysis, and general management.

Octave® Bioscience, Inc. Announces Chairman of the Board, CEO Transition in Preparation for Accelerated Commercial Growth and Increased Patient Access for its Precision Care Solution

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星期二, 十二月 5, 2023
Research, Mental Health, Technology, Neurology, Other Technology, Biotechnology, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Science, Blue Shield, Mentorship, Multiple sclerosis, Michael J. Critelli, Growth, McKesson Corporation, Quality of life, Management, Alivecor, Octave

Simultaneously, the company announced that industry leader, Doug Biehn, has been named President and CEO, effective immediately.

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  • Simultaneously, the company announced that industry leader, Doug Biehn, has been named President and CEO, effective immediately.
  • “Today, we are a true commercial company, which calls for new strategies, skills, and leadership.
  • Additionally, he is a Board Advisor for a number of early-stage digital health companies and mentors graduate students in the Stanford Business School Lean Launchpad program.
  • Fox Foundation to develop a custom protein biomarker panel that will measure Parkinson’s disease activity and progression in the clinic.

The Choral Arts Society of Washington and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Announce Healthcare Heroes Program

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星期一, 十二月 4, 2023
Other Philanthropy, Health, Music, Hospitals, Health Insurance, Events, Concerts, Philanthropy, Entertainment, Performing arts, Silent Night, Elevance Health, Patient, Multimedia, Choral Arts, O Night Divine (album), Blue Shield, Emotion, Britannic, John Joseph Davye, Relaxation, Partnership, Nursing care plan, Family, Sleigh Ride

The Choral Arts Society of Washington and season sponsor Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia announce they have partnered on a new program called Healthcare Heroes to offer concert tickets to northern Virginia area frontline healthcare workers.

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  • The Choral Arts Society of Washington and season sponsor Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia announce they have partnered on a new program called Healthcare Heroes to offer concert tickets to northern Virginia area frontline healthcare workers.
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    “I’m extremely grateful to Anthem for this partnership and excited to uplift healthcare workers across the northern Virginia region,” remarked Tad Czyzewski , Choral Arts Executive Director.
  • Christmas Music Concert, featuring the Choral Arts Symphonic chorus and orchestra, will take place on December 18 at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
  • “We truly believe this will be a restorative evening that is well-deserved by our local healthcare workers.”

AM Best Removes From Under Review With Developing Implications, Affirms Credit Ratings of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont and Its Subsidiary

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星期三, 十一月 29, 2023
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These companies are collectively known as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of VT Group (BCBSVT Group).

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  • These companies are collectively known as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of VT Group (BCBSVT Group).
  • These Credit Ratings (ratings) reflect BCBSVT Group’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its marginal operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.
  • BCBSVT Group’s ratings were placed under review with developing implications on May 3, 2023, following the announcement of a pending formal affiliation between BCBSVT and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company (BCBS MI).
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .

Wellstar & Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Extend Contract for Additional Four Years

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星期一, 十一月 27, 2023
Professional Services, Health, Hospitals, Practice Management, Insurance, Health Insurance, Managed Care, Wellstar Health System, Elevance Health, AUHS, Partnership, Blue Shield, Nursing, Health system, Anthem

There are more than 3,900 medical staff members and 30,000 Wellstar team members serving people throughout Georgia.

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  • There are more than 3,900 medical staff members and 30,000 Wellstar team members serving people throughout Georgia.
  • The four-year agreement impacts over 350,000 Georgia Anthem members in the metro-Atlanta area and throughout north and middle Georgia.
  • Wellstar and Augusta University Health System (AUHS) recently launched a unified health system known in Augusta as Wellstar MCG Health.
  • “Strategic partnerships, like ours with Wellstar, work to redefine health, reimagine the health system, and strengthen our communities,” said Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia President Robert Bunch.

Diabetes Association of Atlanta Announced as Anthem Foundation Grantee Helping Communities Have Access to Good Nutrition

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星期一, 十一月 20, 2023
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Diabetes Association of Atlanta announced today that it has received a $100,000 grant from the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, as part of the foundation’s commitment to building healthier communities through DAA’s food accessing program.

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  • Diabetes Association of Atlanta announced today that it has received a $100,000 grant from the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, as part of the foundation’s commitment to building healthier communities through DAA’s food accessing program.
  • The continuous support from Anthem will aid the Diabetes Association of Atlanta in providing affordable and accessible health interventions to reduce health disparities amongst those at risk for diabetes complications through the Diabetes Prevention and Control Program (DPC).
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    This philanthropic endeavor underscores the DAA and Anthem's commitment to community well-being and nutrition.
  • Anthem will be a major stakeholder in providing affordable and accessible services for those left out of the healthcare system,” says Karla Hooper, Executive Director of Diabetes Association of Atlanta.

BeMe Health Secures Funding, Launches Teen Mental Health Partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

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星期二, 十一月 14, 2023
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BeMe Health (BeMe) , creator of an interventional behavioral health platform built by and for teens, today announced a $1.5 million funding investment from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) .

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  • BeMe Health (BeMe) , creator of an interventional behavioral health platform built by and for teens, today announced a $1.5 million funding investment from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) .
  • “Traditional teen mental health solutions often fall short, leaving many without access to timely support that can change their lives for the better.
  • “We are grateful for the support from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas as a strategic investor and partner,” said Nicki Tessler, PsyD, MBA, CEO and Co-founder at BeMe Health.
  • BeMe’s podcast, BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast , was also a winner in the Signal Awards .

Free and Charitable Clinics Receive $500,000 Grant From Blue Cross NC Foundation to Tackle Oral Health Crisis for North Carolina’s Uninsured

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星期一, 十一月 13, 2023
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The North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NCAFCC) has received $500,000 in funding from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation (Blue Cross NC Foundation) to help member clinics improve oral health care for low-income, uninsured residents in 18 N.C. counties.

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  • The North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NCAFCC) has received $500,000 in funding from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation (Blue Cross NC Foundation) to help member clinics improve oral health care for low-income, uninsured residents in 18 N.C. counties.
  • The grant will fund initiatives in the Charlotte region and northwest North Carolina where clinics provide free health care services to more than 12,000 residents who don’t have health insurance of any kind.
  • “Good oral health is a key to overall health, and our patients critically need better access to dental care,” said April Cook, CEO of the North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics .
  • “Free and charitable clinics are helping to create more equitable access for our state’s uninsured and underserved residents.”
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Point32Health Announces Three Senior Leadership Appointments

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星期一, 十二月 11, 2023
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CANTON, Mass., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, has announced three appointments to its senior leadership team:

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  • CANTON, Mass., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, has announced three appointments to its senior leadership team:
    "We are thrilled to have three seasoned health industry leaders join the senior leadership team at Point32Health who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization," said Cain A. Hayes, president and chief executive officer of Point32Health.
  • Susan Kee is being promoted to the role of chief legal officer, following the retirement of her predecessor.
  • Katie Catlender, who will join Point32Health in January as chief operations officer, will oversee Information Technology, Health Plan Service Operations, Business Continuity, the Project Management Office and the Integration Management Office.
  • He brings more than 25 years of managed care experience to Point32Health.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA BREAKS GROUND ON $200 MILLION COLLEGE OF MEDICINE BUILDING

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星期五, 十二月 8, 2023
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MOBILE, Ala., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of South Alabama broke ground Friday on a new 250,000 square foot Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine building that will allow the University to graduate more physicians and accelerate research and innovation. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and other supporters attended the event on South's campus.

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  • MOBILE, Ala., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of South Alabama broke ground Friday on a new 250,000 square foot Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine building that will allow the University to graduate more physicians and accelerate research and innovation.
  • The new College of Medicine building will provide state-of-the-art laboratory spaces that will create flexibility and efficiency for research today and in the future.
  • The Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama is one of 158 accredited MD-granting institutions in the United States, and one of only two in the state.
  • The USA Foundation contributed $30 million, while the State of Alabama has given $50 million in support of the project.