FARGO, N.D. — Michelle Bucy has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) as manager of Provider Partnerships in the Health Network Innovation division.

Bucy manages the business network consultants and partners, directs the development and maintenance of a network of high quality providers, and supports the enterprise strategic initiatives.

She brings 17 years of experience in the health care industry.Prior to joining BCBSND, she worked at Sanford Health in Fargo in its office of corporate contracting as a payor relations and contract administrator.

Bucy received her associate of applied science degree from North Dakota State College of Science, Wahpeton, and her bachelor of science degree in graphic communication from Minnesota State University Moorhead.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
BCBSND is a member-owned, not-for-profit independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. As North Dakota's largest provider of health care coverage, BCBSND is taking BOLD steps to collaborate with doctors, hospitals, clinics and members to ensure affordable access to quality health care in the state. To learn more about BCBSND, visit www.BCBSND.com.