In January, The Healthier Michigan Radio Show discussed the changes in health care. Host Ann Thomas spoke with:
• Daniel J. Loepp, president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about what’s happening in health care this year.
• Rick Notter, director of Individual Business at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about the current open enrollment period and what people need to know to get a health plan for this year.
• Laurie Wesolowicz (Wes-ollo-wits), director of Clinical Pharmacy Services at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about the rising price of specialty drugs, the impact it’s having on Michigan patients and what Blue Cross is doing to address the increases.
• Tom Leyden, director of Value Partnerships at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, about Blue Cross’ programs aimed at improving the quality of care and making care more coordinated, and what that means to patients.