Statement from Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO of Independence Health Group, on the declaration of the opioid crisis as a public health emergency

Philadelphia, PA — Statement from Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO of Independence Health Group, on the declaration of the opioid crisis as a public health emergency. “Opioid abuse is the worst drug crisis in American history and the tragic epidemic is only growing in our region. Each day, thousands of people begin to misuse prescription opioids and many of them will join the millions of Americans already suffering from addiction....
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Independence President and CEO joins American University President Sylvia Mathews Burwell and former U.S. Representative Henry Waxman in giving keynote address at Next Steps in Health Reform 2017 conference

Independence Blue Cross President and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty joined leading health law, policy, and economics experts from across the country to discuss the dynamic health care landscape at the Next Steps in Health Reform 2017 conference on Friday, October 27 at American University Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C. Hilferty joined Sylvia Mathews Burwell,...
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Independence introduces redesigned member website and mobile app

This fall, Independence Blue Cross members will experience a refreshing new look and feel when they log into the member website — ibxpress.com. The newly redesigned homepage optimizes the site’s navigation and structure, making it easier for members to manage their benefits.

Key enhancements make it easier to:

• Access personalized benefits and coverage information • Share,...
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Independence President and CEO named one of 100 Most Influential Philadelphians by Philadelphia magazine

Philadelphia magazine named Independence President and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty one of the 100 Most Influential People in Philadelphia in the November issue. Hilferty was recognized for Independence’s strong revenue growth under his leadership, as well as his work navigating a changing health care landscape, being a “go-to source” for two presidential administrations, and helping to plan two successful events that put Philadelphia on the world stage — the Papal visit in 2015 and the 2016 Democratic National Convention....
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Phillie Phanatic and school mascots learn Hands-only CPR as part of CPR Ready campaign

There were plenty of antics and team spirit in the air when several popular sports mascots joined the CPR Ready team at the Independence Blue Cross (Independence) headquarters to learn Hands-only CPR.  However, the Phillie Phanatic, La Salle Explorer, Temple’s Hooter the Owl, and St. Joe’s Hawk quickly got serious to learn this life-saving skill with the help of Nabil Abdulhay,...
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Independence hosts informational meeting with delegates from Polish health system

Independence Blue Cross hosted representatives of the Polish health delegation, including the Deputy Director of the National Health Fund, who were visiting the United States to learn more about integrated care delivery systems. Independence’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Richard Snyder welcomed the visitors and led presentations about key topics of interest, including value-based care, quality management,...
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Independence executive Juan López receives Hispanic Heritage Award

Juan López, vice president of Investments and Treasury Services at Independence Blue Cross, was honored with the Hispanic Heritage Award at an October 11 awards event hosted by Latino newspaper, Al Día. The award was created to recognize the contributions of our region’s most accomplished Latinos in health, education, business, and civic works....
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Statement from Independence Health Group President and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty on cost-sharing reduction payments

Philadelphia, PA — Statement from Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO of Independence Health Group, about President Trump’s announcement that the federal government will stop cost-sharing reduction payments. “We understand that many of our members may have questions about their health insurance coverage and how it will be impacted by the changes to cost-sharing reduction payments announced by the Trump administration....
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Independence Blue Cross Earns High Medicare Star Quality Ratings for 2018

Ratings reflect Independence’s continued commitment to providing top service and high-quality plans Philadelphia – Independence Blue Cross (Independence) today announced that its Personal Choice 65 PPO and Keystone 65 HMO Medicare Advantage plans received a four Star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for 2018. The CMS Star Ratings compare Medicare Advantage plans on a scale of one to five,...
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Independence Blue Cross empowers members to “Achieve with Independence”

New technology-based tools and programs provide motivation to live healthy Philadelphia – Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is giving its members personalized resources and tools to help them lead a healthier life and achieve their health goals. The Achieve with Independence digital toolset empowers members to take an active role in their health, follow through with treatment plans,...
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