The Latest Breaking News from Blue Cross

Blue Cross Ties $942 Million in Added Hospital Costs to AI Coding, but Hospitals Say Patients Are Sicker

Blue Cross links AI coding tools to more patients labeled medically complex and $942 million in added costs. What it means for your medical records.

Medical Daily · Sep 25

How AI could be driving your medical bill higher

Insurers are pointing the finger at hospitals for driving up costs, and hospitals are pointing the finger at insurers for using AI to reject patients' claims

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Five Texas Hospitals Tied to HCA Sue Independence Blue Cross Over $345,000 in Denied Claims, Including Emergency Care

Five HCA-affiliated Texas hospitals sued Independence Blue Cross over more than $345,000 in denied claims, including emergency care. What patients should know.

Medical Daily · Sep 24

BCBS Settlement Payments Begin: Who Qualifies, Average Payouts, and What Happens Next

The $2.67 billion Blue Cross Blue Shield settlement enters its payout phase, with payments expected to begin in May.

International Business Times UK · May 7

Blue Cross Blue Shield is set to pay out $2.67B in a settlement. Are you eligible?

About 6 million claims had been submitted nationwide, which will all be used to determine how the settlement funds are allocated

The Independent UK · Apr 29

Understanding Pet Anxiety: Signs, Causes, and Solutions

Anxiety in pets isn't just "bad behavior" it's a real emotional distress mirroring human stress, impacting up to 40% of dogs and 20% of cats per veterinary studies. Noisy Diwali fireworks, new homes, or lonely days can spark it, leading to health woes like weakened immunity. Spotting signs early lets…

Times Pets · Mar 28

Some Blue Cross and Humana Plans Update Provider Networks in Spring — Here’s How It Affects Patients

Spring is bringing more than warm weather this year — it’s bringing fresh changes to several Blue Cross and Humana provider networks, and many patients...

Saving Advice · Mar 1

Warning issued over pets falling out of windows during UK heatwave

Pet charity says open balcony doors and windows pose serious risk to animals during warm weather

The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025

Vet issues warning to dog owners after ‘baffling’ canine ice bucket challenge goes viral

Dogs can’t consent to taking part, and there are potential health risks too

PetsRadar · Jun 2, 2025

Expert tips on how to cope with the devastating loss of a pet

Lewis Hamilton says losing his dog was ‘one of the most painful experiences’. He’s not alone

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025