Achievements
HMSA believes our members deserve the best. That’s why we
strive to achieve quality in everything we do. As a result,
HMSA is continuously recognized in the community and nationwide
for the quality products and services we deliver.
HMSA has consistently over the years received high ratings from
Standard & Poor’s (S&P),
the world’s foremost source of credit
ratings. HMSA’s rating is based on the association’s
stability, assets, liquidity, and leading market position.
Two HMSA programs that recognize and reward health care providers
for achieving a high level of patient care and service based on
performance standards won the Best of Blue award from the
Blue
Cross and Blue Shield Association. In 2003, the Hospital
Quality and Service Recognition program received a Best of
Blue award for innovations and best practices in medical and pharmacy
management. In 2001, the Provider Quality and Service Recognition
program received a Best of Blue award for providing effective,
efficient and quality care and services based on a performance system.
In 2002, HealthPass, HMSA’s health promotion and prevention program,
received the prestigious C. Everett Koop National Health Award. The
award, named after the former U.S. Surgeon General, was given for
HealthPass’ initiatives aimed at improving health and containing
health care costs. HealthPass serves about 29,000 HMSA members a year.
Additionally, HMSA is recognized for its community service and
involvement in improving health care in Hawaii, and our media
campaigns and Island Scene magazine receive high honors for
delivering messages of good health.