022326 ~ Momentum Building for Value-Based Care - Andy Hetzel

February 23, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan! Andy discusses how their partnerships with doctors and hospitals make healthcare work better. These efforts have saved over $6 billion by focusing on prevention, quality, and new payment models. The goal is to reward hospitals for successful patient outcomes rather than the volume of services, leading to better health and lower costs.