Statement from Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO of Independence Health Group, on the declaration of the opioid crisis as a public health emergency
Friday, 27 October 2017
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....
- Published in Announcements, Health News
Independence introduces redesigned member website and mobile app
Tuesday, 24 October 2017
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,...- Published in News Briefs, Products and Services
Independence President and CEO named one of 100 Most Influential Philadelphians by Philadelphia magazine
Monday, 23 October 2017
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....
- Published in News Briefs
Phillie Phanatic and school mascots learn Hands-only CPR as part of CPR Ready campaign
Friday, 20 October 2017
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,...
- Published in Community Partners
Independence executive Juan López receives Hispanic Heritage Award
Friday, 13 October 2017
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....
- Published in Announcements, News Briefs
Statement from Independence Health Group President and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty on cost-sharing reduction payments
Friday, 13 October 2017
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....
- Published in Announcements, Health News
Independence Blue Cross empowers members to “Achieve with Independence”
Tuesday, 10 October 2017
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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