• Plan Update—BC Government announces agreement to lower the cost of generic drugs On July 9, the BC Government announced the price of generic drugs in BC will drop to 35 percent of brand by April 2012. Learn more…
• Pacific Blue Cross accepts direct billing from BC hospitals as of July 1, 2010 Effective July 1, 2010, Pacific Blue Cross will begin accepting direct billing for private and semi-private rooms from BC hospitals.
• Photo contest asks BC residents: What inspired your recovery from mental illness? On June 1, 2010, Pacific Blue Cross and CMHA BC launched a photo contest for our 2011 Difference Makers calendar.
• Pacific Blue Cross will accept prescriptions written by opticians Effective May 1, 2010, the BC government allows opticians to write prescriptions for eyewear. Pacific Blue Cross has adjusted our claiming guidelines.
• Travelers to Cuba Must Show Proof of Medical Insurance Pacific Blue Cross outlines the requirements for members traveling to Cuba following the Cuban government's decision to force travelers to show proof of medical insurance.
• Peace of mind for travelers affected by volcanic ash Pacific Blue Cross provides details to travelers facing disruptions in their travel plans due to the volcanic eruption in Iceland.
• Drug Pricing—Working Together for Sustainability and Positive Health Outcomes. We encourage plan sponsors to express support for equitable and consistent generic drug pricing for all payers.
• Bon Voyage George! Pacific Blue Cross’ travel coverage contest rewards Blue Cross member.
• New Life & Disability administration and claims system On Dec 9, 2009, Pacific Blue Cross / BC Life launched a new administration and claims system for Life & Disability benefits.
• Mental illness isn’t going away. The time has come to make change. Mental health is an important issue for us, our employees, our clients and our community.
• Denturist Claims May Be Submitted Via DACnet Effective August 4, 2009 Pacific Blue Cross is pleased to announce we are ready to receive electronic claims from denturists on behalf of our members via DACnet effective August 4, 2009.

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