Category: Transforming Healthcare
When it comes to recovery programs, knowledge is power
There are many evidence-based, effective treatments for substance use disorders. The challenge is separating those options from the ones that don’t actually work. Shockingly, some studies indicate that as...
Improving Maternal and Perinatal Health Equity in North Carolina and Beyond
Over the past several decades, in much of the world, the maternal mortality rate has declined. But in the U.S. the problem has only worsened...
Industry Perspectives, Drivers of Health, Transforming Healthcare
An Empty Plate Can Undermine Mental Health and Well-being
The research is clear: it takes more than sustenance to address the wide-ranging impacts of food insecurity. It requires a whole-person approach. ..
Industry Perspectives, Drivers of Health, Transforming Healthcare
The Future of Telehealth Requires Flexibility and Data-driven Solutions
Telehealth shouldn't make care more expensive. Blue Cross NC supports a long-term telehealth strategy driven by affordability, access and outcomes...
Health care burnout has never been more real. Is it fixable?
The pandemic has confirmed that we need to address physician burnout. Focusing on mental health and working conditions could be important first steps...
Why is it so hard to get mental health care and support?
At Blue Cross NC, our behavioral health team is committed to the vision that behavioral health services should be accessible, high-quality, and stigma-free. Here's how we plan to get...
Industry Perspectives, Behavioral Health, Transforming Healthcare
Health care is too expensive. Here’s how we’re making it more affordable.
Between prescription drug costs, inefficient care and administrative burdens, health care is more expensive than it should be, and the costs are only rising. Here's what we're doing to...
We can’t ignore racism in healthcare
When we talk about racism, some people say, “You’re an insurance company. What does race have to do with anything?” The answer is: a lot. Learn more about what...
5 min read | Industry Perspectives, Drivers of Health, Transforming Healthcare
COVID-19 changed health care. But will the changes outlast the pandemic?
Telehealth visits exploded in the early months of the pandemic, increasing by more than 7,500%. Clearly, the way we provide care to patients has changed. But will this change...
5 min read | Industry Perspectives, Transforming Healthcare
Using High-Tech and High-Touch to Simplify Health Care
Blue Cross NC is using technology and human interaction to help provide a simplified health care experience...
5 min read | Industry Perspectives, Transforming Healthcare
