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Wednesday, November 28, 2012  New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has announced a settlement with insurer Excellus Bluecross Blueshield requiring refunds to patients and health care providers who overpaid due to improper accounting of deductibles.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012  A severe shortage of doctors is forcing colleges such as Upstate Medical University to increase its enrollment and graduation rates.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012  More people in upstate New York suffer from asthma. That's according to a new report by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.

Saturday, December 03, 2011  You need to enroll if you're just 65, or change plans to fit your health needs

Tuesday, April 26, 2011  According to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, nearly 12,000 individuals and companies in New York state have forgotten about more than $15 million in checks issued by Excellus Health Plan including Excellus BlueCross BlueShield in 2007 to members and providers.

Friday, March 04, 2011  Smoking rates have leveled off in recent years, but the percentage of high school smokers across New York state is rising. That's according to a new report by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.

Monday, April 26, 2010  Are you owed money by Excellus Blue Cross/Blue shield.  The health insurer sent us the below release detailing almost a million dollars in unclaimed cheks:

Wednesday, October 28, 2009  A new report from Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield sheds light on a serious problem, and the numbers are startling.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009  You may have money coming to you from Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Friday, February 27, 2009  Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and its parent health plan reported a $54 million net loss, or minus 1% on a premium base of $5 billion in 2008.