What Is an AIS Report?

Published on Dec 3, 2014.

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The AIS Report on Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans is an independent report published by Atlantic Information Services on the various plans of the two health insurance providers.

Contents of the Report

The AIS Report contains information on specific plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield, how they’re affected by health-care reform, what markets they’ve targeted for growth, and data and statistics on the health care industry.

Who Wrote the Report

The AIS report was written by a team of health-care journalists led by veteran health-care reporter and former Arthur Andersen consultant Jill Brown.

Target Audience

The report is intended to be used as a reference by health management organizations, insurers, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and others in the health care industry.

Shawn Hayes

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Shawn is a dedicated health and wellness writer, bringing a wealth of experience in nutritional coaching and holistic living. He is passionate about empowering readers to make informed choices about their physical and mental well-being. Outside of writing, Shawn enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and exploring new recipes to share with friends and family.

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