Independence wins HR Department of the Year Award

Independence Blue Cross Human Resources associates accepting the Excellence Award for Diversity at the HR Department of the Year Awards
Photo credit Paul Coker Photography.

Insurer recognized for Excellence in Diversity

On November 15, Independence Blue Cross won the Excellence Award for Diversity at the HR Department of the Year Awards. Judged and selected by a panel comprised of some of the Philadelphia region’s most pr​ominent companies and universities, the HR Department of the Year Awards recognize companies of all sizes across multiple categories....
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Deck the Hall Lights up City Hall

The 2018 Deck the Hall Light Show premiered at City Hall with help from two life-sized holiday ornaments and (L to R)  Bernie Prazenica, president and general manager of 6ABC; Paul Tufano, Independence executive vice president; Mayor Jim Kenney; and Paul Levy, president and CEO of Center City District.
The 2018 Deck the Hall Light Show premiered at City Hall with help from two life-sized holiday ornaments and (L to R)  Bernie Prazenica, president and general manager of 6ABC; Paul Tufano, Independence executive vice president; Mayor Jim Kenney; and Paul Levy, president and CEO of Center City District. On November 19, Paul Tufano, Independence Blue Cross executive vice president,...
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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 hosts third annual women’s conference to empower female associates

Independence associates enjoy the photo booth at the third annual Women of Independence Leadership Conference. Independence Blue Cross continued its commitment to educating and empowering associates at the company’s third annual Women of Independence Leadership Conference on Thursday, October 4, 2018. Nearly 200 associates attended the event, which was held at Independence’s headquarters in Philadelphia and titled Accelerate You: A.C.T....
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Main Line NAMI and Independence Blue Cross present Mental Health Resources Fair and 5k Walk

Lower Merion, PA – The Main Line affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and Independence Blue Cross invite the community to find help/find hope at its fall mental health information fair and 5k Walk. Main Line NAMI on the Move will take place on Saturday, October 13, beginning at 8:30am at Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church,...
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Independence Chief Human Resources Officer shares workplace insights in new edition of “Know Your Value”

New, expanded edition from Mika Brzezinski offers thoughts on confidence, communication, and passion

Jeanie Heffernan, Independence Blue Cross senior vice president and Chief Human Resources Officer, is one of several leaders sharing workplace insights in a new, expanded edition of Know Your Value: Women, Money, and Getting What You’re Worth....
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Independence CFO Gregory E. Deavens receives Leadership Excellence Award from the National Diversity Council

Gregory E. Deavens, executive vice president, chief financial officer, and treasurer at Independence Blue Cross, recently received the 2018 Leadership Excellence Award presented by the National Diversity Council. The National Diversity Council, which is a resource and advocate for the value of diversity and inclusion, recognized a select group of individuals from diverse fields who exhibit exceptional leadership qualities and who exceed the scope of what is expected in their organizations and communities....
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Independence earns fourth consecutive Energy Star recognition

We’re proud to announce that for the fourth consecutive year, Independence Blue Cross headquarters in Philadelphia has earned the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star rating for superior energy efficiency.  Energy Star-certified buildings are known to save energy, money, and help protect the environment by generating fewer greenhouse gas emissions than typical buildings, with no sacrifices in comfort or quality....
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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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