{"id":39085,"date":"2023-11-28T15:49:54","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T23:49:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/truecare.org\/?p=39085"},"modified":"2025-10-31T16:22:11","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T23:22:11","slug":"blue-shield-of-california-presents-truecare-with-leading-the-way-award","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/truecare.org\/blog\/blue-shield-of-california-presents-truecare-with-leading-the-way-award\/","title":{"rendered":"Blue Shield of California Presents TrueCare with Leading the Way Award"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>TrueCare had the distinct honor of standing alongside over 50 other individuals and organizations who were recognized at Blue Shield of California\u2019s inaugural \u201cLeading the Way\u201d Awards dinner.<\/strong> The honorees were celebrated for their remarkable contributions in advancing health and innovation throughout San Diego. TrueCare was recognized with a Top Performer award in the \u201cQuality Healthcare\u201d category for lead screenings, follow-ups after ER visit for mental illness, and chlamydia screenings. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur progress in serving members and the communities across San Diego County is enhanced by all those who work together to improve the health and wellness of all San Diegans,\u201d said Kristen Cerf, president and CEO of Blue Shield Promise. \u201cWe\u2019re excited to host this event and express our deep gratitude to the individuals and organizations whose collaboration improves our combined ability to provide readily accessible, equitable, whole-person care.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>TrueCare is honored to be highlighted as a leader. Together with our community and business partners, we work toward the common goal of delivering high-quality care that advances health outcomes for all. As a proud member of Integrated Health Partners of Southern California, we are mission-driven to make a difference in the lives of those on Medi-Cal in our communities and appreciate the acknowledgement of our efforts. <\/p>\n<p>TrueCare\u2019s Quality Improvement team and Quality Ambassadors share in this accolade. Their unwavering commitment to setting new standards in clinical quality elevates our patient care. They ensure that our organization provides services to all patients, regardless of their background, socioeconomic status, or location. <\/p>\n<p>This award underscores the significance of working together to advance health outcomes for all. Serving our communities is our honor, and we remain committed to breaking down barriers to exceptional health care for everyone. <a href=\"https:\/\/news.blueshieldca.com\/2023\/11\/13\/blue-shield-of-california-promise-health-plan-honors-san-diego-providers-community-groups-public-officials-for-advancing-health-equity-innovation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read more&#8230;<\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/news.blueshieldca.com\/2023\/11\/13\/blue-shield-of-california-promise-health-plan-honors-san-diego-providers-community-groups-public-officials-for-advancing-health-equity-innovation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7014 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/truecare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/truecare-read-the-article-svg-buttons-blog-304x54-1.svg\" alt=\"truecare read the article button\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp; <\/p>\n<h2>Find a TrueCare Location:<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/truecare.org\/locations\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7014 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/truecare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/truecare-schedule-find-a-location-svg-buttons-blog-304x54-1.svg\" alt=\"truecare find a location button\" width=\"300\" height=\"57\"><\/a><\/p>\n<span class=\"et_bloom_bottom_trigger\"><\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TrueCare had the distinct honor of standing alongside over 50 other individuals and organizations who were recognized at Blue Shield of California\u2019s inaugural \u201cLeading the Way\u201d Awards dinner. 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