August 5, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Andy Hetzel, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, for this week's A Healthier Michigan. They discuss the benefits of Blue Cross Coordinated Care. This program is designed to manage chronic and mental health conditions more effectively, resulting in significant cost savings and better health outcomes for members. It has led to reduced inpatient hospital admissions by 25% and emergency room visits by 20%. The program ensures that 90% of enrolled members connect with a provider to establish a care plan.