Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Designates Record Number of Physician Practices as Patient-Centered Medical Homes

For the eighth consecutive year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and its physician partners are leading the nation in advancing the patient-centered medical home model of care, as 1,638 practices, comprised of 4,534 physicians, have earned designation as patient-centered medical homes. Blue Cross’ medical home model has reduced both hospitalizations and emergency visits, resulting in improved health outcomes and preventing $427 million in medical costs over six years.