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ER patients prefer technology-based interventions
A survey of urban emergency department patients 13 and older has found that they prefer technology-base interventions – text messaging, email or Internet – for high-risk behaviors such as alcohol use, unsafe sex and violence, according to a new study led by Dr. Megan L. Ranney, a researcher at Rhode Island Hospital. more
Neighborhood takes healthy approach to heart
Art Greenwood lost 30 pounds. more
Fiscal incentives making health a no-brainer
At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, staffers can apply for reimbursement checks for bicycle repairs, yoga lessons and health-club memberships. And soon, other workers in the state could be enjoying the same benefits, because the health-plan provider is advising clients to adopt a similar wellness program. more
By John Larrabee
Contributing Writer | 8/13/12
Americans without health insurance on the decline
The number of Americans without health insurance fell for the first time since 2007, as many younger than age 26 took advantage of a new law allowing them to stay on their parents’ plans. more
Bloomberg News | 9/17/12
Judge OKs MOU between Landmark, Blue Cross
Superior Court Judge Michael A. Silverstein today approved the memorandum of understanding between Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and Landmark Medical Center, renewing the the previous contract until Dec. 31 and enabling Landmark to once again be part of Blue Cross’s provider network more
Nonprofits have plenty to protect
Money – in order to potentially save a lot of it in case of unforeseen liability claims, businesses have to spend some to ensure their protection against such matters. more

By Rebecca Keister
PBN Staff Writer | 10/1/12

Blue Cross launches company-wide day of community service
More than 750 of Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island’s nearly 1,000 employees went to work Thursday as volunteers at more than 20 community agencies across Rhode Island. more
Blue Cross fined $250K for unfair practices in large group market
R.I. Health Insurance Commissioner Christopher F. Koller issued an order Friday that found Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island had engaged in unfair and discriminatory practices in large group markets. more
Business group’s advocacy on health care evolving
In response to the changing landscape of health care delivery in Rhode Island, the state’s largest business group focused on health issues is repositioning itself in the market and evolving in its focus, message, advocacy and outreach. more
By Richard Asinof
Contributing Writer | 10/8/12
VA center dedicates new research center of excellence
The Providence Veteran Affairs Medical Center opened its new Research Center of Excellence for Neurorestoration and Neurotechnology on Oct. 26. more
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