Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Announces Largest National Network of Patient-Focused Care Programs

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) today announced the creation of Blue Distinction Total Care (Total Care), the industry’s largest national network of patient-focused care programs that shift from the fee-for-service model—which rewards the volume of medical services provided—to one that pays medical professionals for quality care and effectiveness in treating patients while making health care more affordable.

Total Care is available to national employers and their employees. It comprises nearly 450 patient-focused care programs in 37 states, and the designation will expand to more hospitals and medical professionals and to more markets . . .