In response to the growing mental health need, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has grown its mental health provider network by 50% over the last five years to more than 18,000 clinicians.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has added Eden Health, On Belay Health Solutions and VillageMD to its primary care network. The physician groups will provide both virtual and in-person care to members.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
The contracts are with Steward Health Care Network, Beth Israel Lahey Health, Mass General Brigham and Boston Accountable Care Organization, which is part of Boston Medical Center. The healthcare organizations will be focused on reducing disparities in several areas, including high blood pressure and colorectal cancer screenings.
In the third quarter of 2022, BCBS Massachusetts’ members had about 8 million behavioral health visits, compared to about 4 million in 2019. In response, the insurer is expanding its mental health services by contracting with Talkiatry, And Still We Rise and DynamiCare.
The combined organization would serve nearly 2.4 million members in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.