Becker's Healthcare September 23, 2022
Insurers are partnering with organizations to better care for underserved populations, and taking steps to address health inequities. Here are seven health equity updates Becker’s has reported on in September.
Empire BCBS opens NYC community center to address health disparities
Empire BlueCross BlueShield HealthPlus created a new community center in New York City to help combat health disparities and increase access to resources in underserved communities, the insurer said Sept. 9.
CMS seeks public feedback on healthcare access, equity
CMS is asking for public feedback on challenges related to accessing healthcare and advancing health equity, the agency said Sept. 6. The agency is seeking comments from any interested stakeholders, especially patients and their families, providers, clinicians, consumer advocates and...