Print Entire Issue Inadequate federal funding forces partial Medicare & More withdrawal Due to a lack of adequate reimbursement and continued onerous regulation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida’s Health Options subsidiary will withdraw its Medicare HMO from several Florida counties. Flu vaccine info is available The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has asked physicians to target high-risk persons for vaccination early in the flu season, defer vaccinating low-risk individuals until November, when supplies should increase, and encourage vaccination through December. Correction BlueLine's August issue included an incorrect telephone number for information about our Advantage65sm Select or CompCoverage plans for Medicare beneficiaries. The correct toll-free number is 800-876-2227.   Home  |  Past Issues			Inadequate federal funding forces partial Medicare & More withdrawal Flu vaccine info is available DaimlerChrysler hospice, case management programs changed Away From Home Care changed Avoid mistakes that prompt claim rejects BCBSF hospital payments go to weekly cycle       Past Issues Print Entire Issue