Public Policy Initiatives 2008 - South Dakota

Our Vision

Continuously improving the health of our members and the communities we serve. We envision a future in which every generation experiences greater quality of health and improved quality of life.

For more information about these public policy positions, contact Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Dakota. Our offices are located at 1601 W. Madison, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104.

Key Contacts

For more additional information about these public policy positions, contact:

• Phil Davis, President and Chief Operating Officer, 605-373-7401, e-mail
• Other contacts are:
  • Janet Griffin, Vice President, Public Policy and Board Secretary, e-mail
  • Frank J. Stork, Vice President, Government Relations, e-mail

Guiding Principles

As Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield considers specific legislative, regulatory, and public policy action in 2008, it will be guided by the following principles:

• Strengthen the Private Health Insurance Market
• Improve Health Care Delivery
• Address the Drivers of Health Care Costs
• Reduce the Number of Uninsured

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