Jhaveri, MD, senior vice president of Health Services and chief medical officer of BCBSAZ, said the company recognizes the importance of collaborating both with providers and other payers to achieve the triple aim.
BCBSAZ is enthusiastic about working with McKesson on this innovative joint venture, Jhaveri said.
Halvorson will be responsible for calculating rate determinations and filings with the Department of Insurance, monitoring provider payment rates, and developing a progressive financial model and reports for budgetary, strategic planning and rating purposes, among other BCBSAZ actuarial duties.
For information about BCBSAZ and its HealthyBlue program, an integrated program of tools, resources and services that can help Arizonans live a healthier lifestyle, visit azblue.
Jhaveri, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for
BCBSAZ.
Since 2009, he has been an essential senior executive at
BCBSAZ, lending strategic advice and leveraging his expertise to guide the actuarial and informatics departments.
His experience and knowledge will be instrumental as
BCBSAZ navigates the changes coming to the health care industry.
The need for more information about medical costs is a focal point in the evolution of health care and Care Comparison[R] is one way
BCBSAZ is addressing that consumer demand," said Rich Boals, president and CEO of
BCBSAZ.
BCBSAZ was recognized with a Brand Excellence Award in the Enrollment Growth category for having a high percentage of new members enrolled over the past year among Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies.
com/Flu,
BCBSAZ will raise awareness through member mailings; informational e-blasts for members, employer groups and brokers; flu kits for
BCBSAZ employees; and free-standing hand sanitizer stations at all
BCBSAZ building entrances.
BCBSAZ to Pay for H1N1 Vaccination as Part of National Effort
PHOENIX -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (
BCBSAZ) is pleased to announce the State of Arizona is offering a
BCBSAZ network option to approximately 65,000 state employees and their families during the upcoming health insurance open enrollment period.