search BlueLine Go
Print this Page Send to a Friend Past Issues

Past Issues

Winter 2003/2004 Hospital News
2004 Wal-Mart benefits are covered under Blue-Card

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama began administering PPO health plan benefits and medical coverage for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. beginning Jan. 1, 2004.

Email us

Do you have questions? Want to share feedback with us?

Grace period offered for HCPCS, CPT updates

HIPAA-AS regulations require use of current codes. To stay up-to-date on coding changes, we recommend that you purchase current coding books and update your system quarterly or whenever coding changes occur.

Lufrano becomes chairman and CEO

Robert I. Lufrano, M.D., took the reins as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida’s chairman of the board and chief executive officer Feb. 1, 2004, upon the retirement of Michael Cascone.

New role brings proactive approach to provider service

Service is key to our ongoing effort to improve the way we do business and build a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship with you.

Redesigned online provider directory is simpler, more user-friendly

Providers and members alike have requested a more user-friendly online provider directory with improved search capabilities. We’ve responded; in January, we launched the first phase of our directory redesign.

State employees’ PPO out-of-pocket expenses rise

The Florida legislature made changes to the State Employees’ PPO Plan effective Jan. 1, 2004.

Website updated

Our participating physician and provider website has been updated with the latest forms and revised information to help you in your day-to-day interaction with us and our members.

We're acting on our promise

With your input, we have been making some changes that we believe will improve our level of service to you.