030226 - Affordability: Putting Spotlight on Solutions - Andy Hetzel

030226 - Affordability: Putting Spotlight on Solutions - Andy Hetzel

Author: Cumulus Media Detroit March 2, 2026 Duration: 3:05
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March 3, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan! Andy discusses BCBSM’s efforts to make healthcare affordable, moving beyond identifying cost drivers to offering real solutions. The organization addresses rising costs through initiatives like making prescription drugs more affordable, implementing new payment contracts with doctors and hospitals focused on patient outcomes, and reducing administrative costs by $600 million over three years.

The Lucy Ann Lance Show from Cumulus Media Detroit brings the voice of Southeast Michigan to life through in-depth conversations on business, news, and government. Drawing on decades of broadcasting and community involvement, Lucy Ann Lance and her co-hosts spotlight local leaders, entrepreneurs, and public officials who shape the region. Each podcast episode offers thoughtful interviews, real-world perspectives, and practical insights into how decisions made in boardrooms and city halls impact everyday lives. Listeners can expect a blend of timely headlines, community stories, and informed analysis rooted in experience and civic engagement. Tune in to listen episodes that keep you connected to the issues, opportunities, and people driving progress in Southeast Michigan, all through the trusted lens of a veteran broadcaster dedicated to her community.
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