Independence Blue Cross takes steps to help members affected by the wildfires in California

California Fire Trucks
Philadelphia, PA — Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is taking extra measures to help its members who might be affected by the wildfires in various parts of Northern and Southern California. For members impacted by the wildfires, Independence will alter some of its policies now through December 14, 2018. Specific steps include: Waiving precertification, referral, and hospital admission requirements for medically necessary care for members....
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Independence Blue Cross rolls out PreCheck MyScript tool to simplify prescription experience for patients and providers and lower out-of-pocket drug costs

Philadelphia — Independence Blue Cross (Independence) recently launched a new digital tool called PreCheck MyScript that allows providers in its network to easily determine the most affordable medication options for patients. The new tool — powered by FutureScripts, an OptumRx company — delivers greater transparency and healthcare connectivity by giving care providers real-time visibility into patients’ pharmacy benefits while helping to lower prescription drug costs....
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Independence Blue Cross reports more members using generics compared with the national average for Blue Cross Blue Shield membership

Spending increases for brand drugs at Independence are lower than national average

At more than $100 billion, prescription drugs represent more than 20 percent of overall health care spending for Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) commercially insured members. Prescription drug spending among branded specialty and patent-protected drugs continues to outpace generic drugs by $79.5 billion,...
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Independence hosts American Cancer Society forum on palliative care and pain management

Speakers at the Tri-State American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network forum, moderated by Virginia Calega, MD, vice president of Medical Management and Policy at Independence (far left). Independence Blue Cross (Independence) hosted the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s (ASC CAN) Tri-State Forum on Palliative Care and Pain Management for over 50 guests from the oncology community,...
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Independence associate recognized as Veteran of Influence

Sean Sanders, manager of Risk Analytics at Independence Blue Cross (Independence) was honored with the Veterans of Influence Award at a November 1 event hosted by the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Veterans of Influence Award recognizes veterans in the community who have served their country with honor and are now making a difference in business....
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Daniel J. Hilferty interviewed on Fox Business News ahead of midterm elections

Fox appearance
Daniel J. Hilferty on Fox Business News with Florida Blue CEO Pat Geraghty and reporter Cheryl Casone. With midterm elections nearing and health care a top priority for many Americans, Daniel J. Hilferty, Independence Blue Cross (Independence) President and CEO, continues to serve as a national thought leader on the topic. He recently joined news anchor Cheryl Casone and Florida Blue CEO Pat Geraghty on Fox Business News to discuss two important health care issues – coverage for preexisting conditions and prescription drug pricing....
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Independence Health Group Announces Leadership Changes

Philadelphia, PA — Independence Health Group (Independence) CEO Daniel J. Hilferty announced key organizational changes at the executive level which will take effect January 1, 2019. These changes, which will position Independence for continued growth and leadership in the health care industry, include: Paul Tufano will become President, Independence Health Group. In this role, Tufano will report to Hilferty and take on additional responsibility for leading Independence’s Lines of Business,...
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As Open Enrollment begins, Independence Blue Cross offers range of options to help consumers make informed choices

With Open Enrollment for individual consumers beginning November 1, Independence Blue Cross (Independence), the region’s leading health insurer, is meeting consumers where they live, work, and play to ensure they know how to choose a health plan, enroll, and get the most from their health benefits. Independence will offer consumers convenient options to obtain information and support in-person,...
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