Schools, universities, government agencies and nonprofit groups around the state could receive funds to further the important work they’re doing in their communities. The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas will begin accepting mini grant applications January 1, 2022.
Continue readingNearly 30 tornadoes tore through communities in Arkansas, Missouri, Indiana, Tennessee, Illinois and Kentucky last weekend. As countless families begin the recovery process, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield and its family of companies are making assistance available to those in areas declared in a state of emergency.
Continue readingJoin Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the Arkansas Department of Human Services and the Arkansas Department of Health in building a healthier Arkansas
Continue readingThe King Cotton Holiday Classic returns to the Pine Bluff Convention Center December 27-29, and Arkansans have a chance to attend for free with Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield. As a proud supporter of our student athletes and Go Forward Pine Bluff, Arkansas Blue Cross will be drawing for free tickets.
Continue readingThe Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas announced today 41 initiatives in Arkansas will receive grants totaling $3,360,327, that will directly impact 71 of Arkansas’ 75 counties. The Blue & You Foundation is a charitable foundation established and funded by Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield to promote better health in the Natural State.
Continue readingThe Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas announced today $5.29 million in grants for behavioral health programs in Arkansas. This investment is focused on eight Arkansas programs led by six established organizations that will address the growing behavioral health crisis in the state. To meet the unique needs of Arkansans, the grants support programs that address behavioral health needs at all stages of life – from early childhood through adolescence, and into adulthood – along with helping to increase the number of behavioral health professionals serving our communities.
Continue readingThe Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas has awarded $214,100 to the UAMS FAITH Network and the Arkansas Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association (AMDPA) to train and provide resources to faith-based organizations in Southeast Arkansas to help educate residents about the COVID-19 vaccinations. The Arkansas Department of Health’s Office of Faith-based Outreach will also offer support in these efforts. The purpose of this grassroots outreach and educational effort is to address vaccine hesitancy and encourage vaccination acceptance.
Continue readingVaccinate the Natural State, a new initiative led by Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield in collaboration with the Arkansas Department of Health, Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care, Arkansas Minority Health Commission, Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/Associated Industries of Arkansas, Northwest Arkansas Council, UAMS and Walmart, was announced today.
Continue readingAlicia Berkemeyer has been promoted to the position of executive vice president and chief health management officer for Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Continue readingIf you’re ready to say “so long” to 2020 and start 2021 strong, then step up to the Blue & You Fitness Challenge.
Continue readingIf you’re ready to say “so long” to 2020 and start 2021 strong, then step up to the Blue & You Fitness Challenge.
Continue readingJason Treece has been promoted to vice president for strategic account management at Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Continue readingShirl Welch has been promoted to Corporate Compliance Officer for Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Continue readingSarah Wang has been promoted to director of Quality Programs for Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Continue readingMike Carver has been promoted to director of Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Information Systems & Technology Business Solution Center.
Continue readingBrett Trelfa has been named Chief Information Officer at Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Continue readingArkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield has joined the Gravity Project, a national collaborative working to standardize data collection and sharing on social determinants of health in electronic health records.
Continue readingScott Cain, a Springdale native and a large group market representative, has been promoted to the position of strategic account executive for Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Continue readingMelissa Kizilos, M.D., CPXP has joined Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield as corporate medical director for BlueAdvantage National Accounts. In this role, she will serve as a clinical resource and adviser to clients whose health plans cover members throughout the United States.
Continue readingChristy Hockaday, FACHE, a Morrilton native with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare administration in Arkansas and Louisiana, has joined Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield as Vice President of Provider Network Innovation & Strategy.
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