Independence and Comcast discuss new partnership during Oliver Wyman podcast

Brian Lobley, president of Commercial and Consumer Markets at Independence Blue Cross, recently sat down with Don Mathis, general manager of Growth at Comcast NBCUniversal, and Helen Leis, partner in the Health and Life Sciences division at Oliver Wyman, for a new episode of the Oliver Wyman Health Podcast.

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Independence and Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia sign new five-year agreement

Independence Blue Cross (Independence), the region’s largest health insurer, and Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia (CCP), one of the nation’s largest independent cardiac care practices, have signed a new five-year agreement.

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Independence announces provider partnership with Dedicated Senior Medical Centers

Independence Blue Cross (Independence) today announced a new provider partnership with Dedicated Senior Medical Centers (Dedicated), a subsidiary of ChenMed — a leading primary care provider offering personalized and affordable services that improve health for low-income seniors.

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Independence and Comcast share insight at annual MedCity CONVERGE executive summit

On July 11, Independence Blue Cross and Comcast headlined an afternoon session at the 2018 MedCity CONVERGE summit. The discussion titled “CONVERGEnce on Steroids: Why Comcast and Independence Blue Cross?” brought together Independence SVP and Chief Information Officer Michael Vennera and Comcast VP of Strategic Development Marc Siry to explore the recently announced collaboration between the two companies....
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Philadelphia Eagles and Independence Blue Cross announce new partnership

The region’s leading health insurer will serve as the presenting partner of Eagles Training Camp The Philadelphia Eagles have announced a new six-year partnership with Independence Blue Cross, the leading health insurance provider in southeastern Pennsylvania. Independence Blue Cross will now become the Official Health Insurance Partner of the Philadelphia Eagles and the presenting partner of Eagles Training Camp....
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Results show that Independence Blue Cross is making headway in combating the opioid crisis

Efforts have led to reduced opioid use, prescriptions, and abuse

In conjunction with a national Health of America report by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) about opioid use, Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is reporting the success it has achieved in addressing one of nation’s top health crises. The highlights of these results include: Reducing opioid use and prescriptions: Since 2014,...
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Independence Blue Cross named title sponsor of 2018 Main Line Bike Race, Sunday, August 12

Main Line Bike Race
Ahead of hundreds of cyclists set to roll into town next month, Narberth Ambulance is proud to announce Independence Blue Cross as title sponsor of the 2018 Main Line Bike Race. The second annual cycling event, which benefits Narberth Ambulance, is set to hit the streets of Ardmore on Sunday, August 12 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m....
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Independence Blue Cross interns learn how to save a life with Hands-Only CPR

IBX Interns CPR
Independence interns pose for a photo after becoming “CPR Ready” at an onsite training provided by the Mobile CPR Unit. Summer interns at Independence Blue Cross (Independence) learned how to identify signs of cardiac arrest and respond with Hands-Only CPR, a life-saving skill that can be performed by anyone and significantly increase the chance of survival for a cardiac arrest victim....
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Independence Blue Cross honored with Corporate Leadership Award at the Black and Gold Gala

Lorina CCP Award
Lorina Marshall-Blake accepts the Corporate Leadership Award on behalf of Independence Blue Cross at the Black and Gold Gala. Independence Blue Cross (Independence) was presented with the Corporate Leadership Award at this year’s Black and Gold Gala hosted by the Community College of Philadelphia Foundation and Honorary Chair Mayor James Kenney. The annual charity event celebrates individuals and organizations whose service to the community supports growth in education,...
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Lorina Marshall-Blake helps Career Wardrobe showcase success stories at annual fundraising event

Lorina Marshall-Blake embraces a man whose story demonstrates the importance of Career Wardrobe’s efforts to support job seekers. Lorina Marshall-Blake, president of the Independence Blue Cross Foundation and vice president of Community Affairs for Independence Blue Cross (Independence), recently attended Hope’s Night Out, a Career Wardrobe fundraiser sponsored by Independence. Career Wardrobe is a non-profit social enterprise that serves men and women of all ages by providing professional clothing as well as educational programs to help them succeed in the workforce....
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Independence and Comcast discuss new partnership during latest Oliver Wyman podcast

Brian Lobley, president of Commercial and Consumer Markets at Independence Blue Cross, recently sat down with Don Mathis, general manager of Growth at Comcast NBCUniversal, and Helen Leis, partner in the Health and Life Sciences division at Oliver Wyman, for a new episode of the Oliver Wyman Health Podcast. Over the course of 20 minutes, the three health and business leaders discuss the new partnership between Independence and Comcast and its potential impact on the health care consumer landscape....
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Independence Blue Cross and Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia sign new five-year agreement

New CCP
Agreement highlights a continued commitment by Independence and independent physicians in the region to provide high-quality, affordable care Philadelphia –  Independence Blue Cross (Independence), the region’s largest health insurer, and Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia (CCP), one of the nation’s largest independent cardiac care practices, have signed a new five-year agreement. The agreement makes CCP a participant in Independence’s Facilitated Health Networks (FHN) model – a collaborative approach that is focused on bringing health insurers,...
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Independence Blue Cross announces provider partnership with Dedicated Senior Medical Centers to bring new model of care to Philadelphia

ChenMed & IBX
Executives from Independence Blue Cross, ChenMed, and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging celebrate the announcement of the new provider partnership between Independence and Dedicated Senior Medical Centers. Philadelphia, PA — Independence Blue Cross (Independence) today announced a new provider partnership with Dedicated Senior Medical Centers (Dedicated), a subsidiary of ChenMed — a leading primary care provider offering personalized and affordable services that improve health for low-income seniors....
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