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Thomas L. Simmer

Thomas L. Simmer MD

Healthcare Management
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

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Dr. Thomas L. Simmer, M.D. is Senior Vice President for Health Care Value and Provider Affiliation and Chief Medical Officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Simmer is responsible for contracting with more than 20,000 physicians who participate in Blue Cross Traditional and PPO plans, as well as directing medical policy. He is responsible for professional payment policies and programs to improve the quality, cost, and access to medical services. Under his leadership, BCBSM has implemented physician incentive programs to promote collaborative improvement programs for more consistent care for persons with chronic illness, and more cost effective prescribing patterns. Prior to 2006, Simmer was Senior Vice President for Health Care Programs and Provider Services and Chief Medical Officer. Prior to joining the Blues in 1999, he served as Vice President of Health and Medical Affairs and as Medical Director for Health Alliance Plan. Simmer also served as Associate Program Director for the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Henry Ford Hospital and was the recipient of several Distinguished Service awards. He is a member of the Michigan State Medical Society and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
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