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Amerigroup Georgia Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Amerigroup Georgia recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Amerigroup’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Amerigroup Georgia recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Amerigroup’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and ensuring access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Mel Lindsey, President, Amerigroup Georgia.
  • “This milestone positions Amerigroup at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative and impactful programs and personalized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Amerigroup received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Amerigroup Georgia are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Wellpoint Texas Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Wellpoint Texas recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Wellpoint Texas recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and ensuring access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Greg Thompson, Wellpoint Texas President.
  • “This milestone positions Wellpoint at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative and impactful programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Wellpoint received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Wellpoint are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Wellpoint Maryland Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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"NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to reducing health inequities and ensuring all have access to high-quality and timely care," said Dr. Darrell Gray, II, President of Wellpoint Maryland.

Key Points: 
  • "NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to reducing health inequities and ensuring all have access to high-quality and timely care," said Dr. Darrell Gray, II, President of Wellpoint Maryland.
  • NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Wellpoint Maryland received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • Wellpoint is the first, and currently only Medicaid managed care organization in Maryland to earn Health Equity Accreditation Plus.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Wellpoint Maryland are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Wellpoint Washington Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Wellpoint Washington Inc. (Wellpoint), formerly known as Amerigroup Washington Inc., recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare in Washington.

Key Points: 
  • Wellpoint Washington Inc. (Wellpoint), formerly known as Amerigroup Washington Inc., recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare in Washington.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and ensuring access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Wellpoint president, Anthony E. Woods.
  • “This milestone positions Wellpoint at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative and impactful programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Wellpoint are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Nevada (Anthem) recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Anthem’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare in Nevada.

Key Points: 
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Nevada (Anthem) recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Anthem’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare in Nevada.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities in underserved communities aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing overall treatment costs for those we serve,” said Lisa Bogard, president, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Nevada Medicaid health plan.
  • The new Health Equity Accreditation Plus goes a step further by acknowledging Anthem’s data-driven approach to identify and collect information on individuals’ social needs.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Nevada are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Anthem Blue Cross in California Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Anthem Blue Cross (Anthem) recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Anthem’s ongoing leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Anthem Blue Cross (Anthem) recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Anthem’s ongoing leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and ensuring access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Les Ybarra, president, Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal health plan.
  • “This milestone solidifies us at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative and impactful programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Anthem’s Medi-Cal health plan received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Anthem Blue Cross in California are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. (formerly Amerigroup New Jersey) recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint New Jersey Inc.’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. (formerly Amerigroup New Jersey) recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint New Jersey Inc.’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and ensuring access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Patrick Fox, President, Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. “This milestone positions Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative and impactful programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation Designation Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • The new Health Equity Accreditation Plus goes a step further by acknowledging Wellpoint NJ Inc.’s data-driven approach to identify and collect information on individuals’ social needs.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Wellpoint New Jersey, Inc. are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Wisconsin Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Medicaid health plan in Wisconsin recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Anthem’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Medicaid health plan in Wisconsin recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Anthem’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and helping ensure access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Ted Osthelder, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Medicaid President in Wisconsin.
  • “This milestone positions Anthem at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Anthem received last year, when they were recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Wisconsin are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Healthy Blue Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Healthy Blue Missouri recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Healthy Blue’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Healthy Blue Missouri recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Healthy Blue’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and helping ensure access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Jeff Davis, Healthy Blue Missouri President.
  • “This milestone positions Healthy Blue at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Healthy Blue received last year, when they were recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Healthy Blue are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

Wellpoint Tennessee Earns NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Wellpoint Tennessee, formerly Amerigroup, recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Wellpoint Tennessee, formerly Amerigroup, recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of Wellpoint’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access to equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and helping ensure access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Natalie Cooper, Wellpoint Tennessee President.
  • “This milestone positions Wellpoint at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative programs that provide access to individualized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation Wellpoint received last year, when they were recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like Wellpoint are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”