More Than 28,000 Adult New Yorkers Still Die Every Year from Smoking Funding for the NYS Tobacco Control program is just 1.6% of the state’s annual tobacco revenue SYRACUSE, N.Y.— (January 31, 2023) The Regional Center for Tobacco Health Systems at St. Joseph’s Health is meeting with local legislators to stress the importance of its … Read more
Planning Your Wellness Journey Syracuse, NY – The new year is a great time to focus on overall wellness and take steps to improve in all areas of life. “Each day presents a new opportunity to practice self-care,” says Dr. Nicholas Massa, vice president, medical affairs at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. “It all comes down to … Read more
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield appoints three new senior leaders Syracuse, NY – Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has appointed three new members to its senior leadership team. Mona Chitre, PharmD; Lisa Harris, MD; and Tony Vitagliano will take on new roles as part of the health plan’s Population Health Engagement leadership team working to ensure equitable access to … Read more
Edward Byrnes Friday, October 7, 2022 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has been recognized by Forbes as one of the best employers in New York state. In New York state, Excellus BCBS was ranked 19th overall. The Health Plan also finished as the highest ranked insurance company in the state. “We’re proud to be recognized as a great … Read more
Edward Byrnes Friday, October 7, 2022 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield again receives high plan ratings from Medicare The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its 2023 quality ratings. Excellus BlueCross BlueShield again achieved some of the highest ratings in the state and the nation for quality performance in clinical care and outstanding service to … Read more
Edward Byrnes Friday, October 14, 2022 Vets helping vets: A new Medicare plan targeting the needs of veterans Excellus BlueCross BlueShield will offer a Medicare Advantage plan in 2023 targeting the needs of local veterans. “We all know how important it is to honor the service of local veterans,” said Karen Bodley, Excellus BCBS vice … Read more
Lucy Wang Tuesday, October 18, 2022 CNY Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation in Memory Care Syracuse, NY (October 18, 2022) – The Heritage in Syracuse is celebrating 30 years of caring for residents with dementia. In October of 1992, the first resident moved into The Heritage, which is part of Loretto. It was the first … Read more
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield awards grants to address maternal health disparities Edward Byrnes Tuesday, October 18, 2022 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield awards grants to address maternal health disparities SYRACUSE, NY – Excellus BlueCross BlueShield today announced the first round of recipients of Member and Community Health Improvement (MACHI) grants to address severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and related health … Read more
