
Image Process Design announces new client Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North CarolinaBloomfield Hills, March 12, 2001 – Image Process Design (IPD), the leading provider of workflow, process automation, and content management solutions for the insurance industry is pleased to announce the addition of their newest client, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC). North Carolina’s largest health insurer will now utilize the IPD Solution Suite as they bring their next generation of health plans to the marketplace. BCBSNC is deploying a series of technology solutions to power their new products and simplify the health care experience for their customers. IPD’s software system will manage workflow for the company’s mission-critical claims processing system. “Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is committed to responding quickly and accurately to customer needs,” said Fred Goldwater, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, BCBSNC. “The IPD Solution Suite will help process the claims cycle, improve responsiveness and assure the success of our new suite of products.” “We’re very proud to be a key component and strategic partner in BCBSNC’s move to a complete work-flow and imaging system,” said Steven Racine, president of IPD. “This commitment represents a considerable shift in operations and allows BCBSNC to offer enhanced levels of customer service. The IPD Solution Suite will provide claims life-cycle support for insurance transactions and will reduce the amount of time it takes to complete a pended claim, allowing representatives to focus on value-added customer activities. In addition, BCBSNC fits perfectly with our overall strategic plan for corporate growth. Their 2 million member base is a welcome addition to our already growing business with other Blue Plans throughout the nation.” Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s decision to select IPD was made after a comprehensive evaluation process. IPD’s market base, including its work with other Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans, also contributed to this decision. “We look forward to our work with IPD and the results their software product will bring to our customers,” said Goldwater. About Image Process Design (IPD) Founded in 1991, IPD, Inc. (http://www.ipdsolution.com) is a software development and systems integration company specializing in large-scale workflow, process automation, content management, and e-Business solutions for the healthcare and insurance industries. The company provides packaged and customized software solutions, as well as consulting, training, and project management services necessary to achieve their successful implementation. IPD’s integrated approach delivers concrete, client-specific business benefits, including increased productivity, reduced processing cycle time and lower administrative expenses, while dramatically improving service levels. The company serves some of the nation’s largest insurance companies including Humana, Pacific Life, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield licensees. About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is a leader in delivering innovative health care products, services and information to nearly 2 million members throughout North Carolina. BCBSNC has earned Commendable Accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to measuring the quality of America’s health care. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. BCBSNC can be accessed online at www.bcbsnc.com. |