James Jacobson

The American Association of Preferred Provider Organizations provides voluntary business management services. The non-profit company is based in Louisville, KY.

National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is a non-profit organization that accredits and certifies various healthcare organizations. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The American company also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. The company's Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS®) is the most widely used performance measurement tool in healthcare. NCQA's website (.org) provides information to help consumers, employers, and others make more informed healthcare choices.

Health Insurance Association of America, Inc. provided health care insurance and benefit plans. The company was headquartered in Washington, DC.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield Association provides healthcare insurance services. The firm operates several business initiatives in support of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies and represents the Blue System in national forums. It offers insurance products to all segments of the population, including large employer groups, small business and individuals. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

America's Health Insurance Plans, Inc. is the national trade association representing the health insurance industry. AHIP's members provide health and supplemental benefits to more than 200 million Americans through employer-sponsored coverage, the individual insurance market, and public programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. AHIP advocates for public policies that expand access to affordable health care coverage to all Americans through a competitive marketplace that fosters choice, quality and innovation. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Healthcare Distribution Alliance operates membership organizations. The firm distributes healthcare and pharmaceutical products. It delivers to pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes, and health clinics. It provides members to share industry practices, represents member concerns before Congress and regulatory agencies, and publishes newsletters. The company is headquartered in Arlington, VA.