Independence Blue Cross named presenting sponsor of Chester County Color 5k

Chester County Color 5K

Run and walk raises funds to combat opioid and heroin addiction epidemic

WEST CHESTER, PA – Chester County Commissioners and District Attorney Tom Hogan are pleased to announce the support of Independence Blue Cross as the “Transformation” presenting sponsor of the third annual Color 5K run and walk, raising funds to combat the opioid and heroin epidemic....
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Philadelphia 76ers launch Blue Week presented by Independence Blue Cross

Starting October 11, 76ers and Independence will “paint the town blue”

Co-branded opening night t-shirts to be distributed on October 18 vs. Chicago

PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia 76ers announced today that it will launch Blue Week presented by Independence Blue Cross (Independence) today, Thursday, October 11. For the seventh consecutive year, the team and Independence will collaborate to bring 76ers-themed activations throughout Philadelphia in advance of the 76ers’ home opener on Thursday,...
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Independence Chief Medical Officer Dr. Richard Snyder participates in state press conference about opioid prescription processes

Dr. Richard Snyder, far left in the back, listens as Dr. Rachel Levine, secretary of the Department of Health, speaks during the press conference. Dr. Richard Snyder, chief medical officer for Independence Blue Cross, participated in a press conference on October 12 in Harrisburg in which state leaders announced an agreement with commercial insurers to align prior-authorization processes for opioid prescriptions to protect patient health and safety....
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Dr. Anthony Coletta offers insight on value-based payment models at Modern Healthcare’s Leadership Symposium

Leadership Symposium
Pictured from left to right, on a panel about leading new payment policy: Moderator, Susan Turney, M.D., CEO, Marshfield Clinic Health System; Peter D. Banko, president and CEO, Centura Health; Anthony Coletta, M.D., MBA, president of Facilitated Health Networks at Independence Blue Cross; and Dennis Dahlen, CFO, Mayo Clinic. Anthony Coletta, M.D., MBA, president of Facilitated Health Networks (FHN) at Independence Blue Cross (Independence), was invited to speak at Modern Healthcare’s Leadership Symposium in Denver,...
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Independence Blue Cross takes steps to help members affected by Hurricane Michael

2018 Hurricane Michael
Philadelphia, PA — Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is taking extra measures to help its members in areas affected by Hurricane Michael. For members impacted by Hurricane Michael in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, Independence will alter some of its policies now through November 12, 2018. Specific steps include: Waiving precertification, referral, and hospital admission requirements for medically necessary care for fully insured members....
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Independence Blue Cross, Comcast, and Aramark employees celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month
Independence Blue Cross (Independence) hosted a celebration of Philadelphia’s Hispanic heritage along with two of the region’s largest employers, Comcast and Aramark...
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Independence Medicare offerings for 2019 emphasize affordable premiums and quality coverage with access to the largest network of doctors and hospitals in the region

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Philadelphia – Americans are living longer than ever before. As the number of people 65 and older increases – especially in states with large senior populations, like Pennsylvania – so do the health care costs they face. Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is dedicated to making health coverage affordable for seniors in the region and is providing Medicare plans in 2019 that emphasize quality and affordable coverage,...
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Dedicated Senior Medical Centers open in Philadelphia

Independence and ChenMed executives, Dedicated Senior Medical Center doctors, and city officials take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at a new location in Philadelphia. Independence Blue Cross joined Dedicated Senior Medical Center (Dedicated) in celebrating the grand opening of its new Philadelphia location in Olney on Wednesday, September 19. The new facility is the first Dedicated center to open in Philadelphia....
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Independence Blue Cross kicks off second round of “Know Your Value” employee empowerment program

From left to right:  Independence associates Tashima Waller, Tanisha Alston, Lena Anderson, and Chief Human Resources officer Jeanie Heffernan.

Independence CEO Dan Hilferty and Know Your Value founder Mika Brzezinski  join 48 employees for launch event.

Philadelphia, PA – Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is again partnering with Comcast NBCUniversal to offer the “Know Your Value” employee development and empowerment program to a select and diverse group of associates....
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Independence CFO and Treasurer discusses diversity and inclusion in Growing Greater Philadelphia podcasts

Diversity and Inclusion Podcast
Shown left to right: Matt Cabrey, executive director of Select Greater Philadelphia Council; Gene Waddy, CEO of Diversant; Greg Deavens, CFO and Treasurer of Independence Blue Cross Gregory Deavens, chief financial officer and treasurer at Independence Blue Cross, joined Matt Cabrey, executive director of Select Greater Philadelphia Council (Select), and leaders from Independence’s supplier diversity program to discuss the value of diverse ideas in business,...
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