Project HOME, Independence Blue Cross, and AmeriHealth Caritas launch community health program in North Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA — January 24, 2020 — Project HOME, Independence Blue Cross (Independence), and AmeriHealth Caritas announce the launch of “Keystone Connection to Wellness.” This new initiative will address the significant health disparities in life expectancy and infant mortality experienced by North Philadelphia residents.
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Independence Among Blue Cross and Blue Shield Companies Joining Forces with Civica Rx to Lower Costs of Select High-Cost Generic Drugs

Today, Independence Blue Cross (Independence), along with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, and 17 other BCBS companies announced a partnership with the nonprofit Civica Rx (Civica, Inc.) to form a new company that intends to lower prices of select high-cost generic drugs. “We are committed to finding new ways to make health care more accessible and affordable for the people and communities we serve....
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2020 Faces of Fearless Award calls for inspiring member stories

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Facing a scary health diagnosis or managing a chronic disease takes courage. At Independence Blue Cross, we’re helping our members overcome health challenges every day. Today through March 2, members can submit their stories for a chance to win a trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida. The Faces of Fearless Award program celebrates Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) members across the country who inspire others to live healthy,...
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Independence supports PA Donor Day on January 8

Independence was proud to support the first-ever PA Donor Day on January 8. The event aimed to help raise awareness of the importance of organ donation and to encourage people in Pennsylvania to register to become organ donors. Throughout the day, Independence worked to educate associates, members and the public about organ donation through articles, e-mails and social media posts....
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Independence expands its program with MANNA to deliver free, medically tailored meals to more of its Medicare Advantage members in 2020

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Philadelphia, PA — January 6, 2020 — In a continued effort to address the social and environmental conditions affecting seniors in southeastern Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is expanding its program with MANNA to offer more of its Medicare Advantage members a free and nutritious meal delivery program. The expanded program, which started on January 1,...
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Independence earns 2019 Energy Star recognition for fifth year in row

For the fifth straight year, Independence Blue Cross (Independence) received the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR® certification. The recognition reflects Independence’s superior energy performance and savings at its Philadelphia headquarters on Market Street. Energy Star-certified buildings have an energy performance in the top 25 percent nationwide. And compared to typical buildings, they must: Emit 35 percent fewer greenhouse gasses Use 35 percent less energy Cost less to operate....
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Open Enrollment deadline extended to 3 a.m. December 18

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Independence Blue Cross urges consumers to look at their plan options before the deadline

Philadelphia, PA — December 17, 2019 — The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced yesterday that Open Enrollment will be extended to 3 a.m. EST on December 18. CMS said they extended the deadline because during the final hours of Open Enrollment some consumers may have experienced issues....
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Open Enrollment deadline is December 15

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Independence Blue Cross urges consumers to look at their plan options before the open enrollment deadline

Philadelphia, PA — December 13, 2019 —With the Open Enrollment deadline quickly approaching, Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is out in the community helping consumers enroll in the plan that is right for them. Individual consumers have until Sunday,...
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Dr. Ginny Calega testifies in support of bill aimed at improving treatment for opioid overdose survivors

Dr. Ginny Calega, vice president of Medical Affairs for Independence Blue Cross, testified on December 2 before the Philadelphia City Council’s Committee on Public Health and Human Services to support a bill that could improve treatment for opioid overdose survivors. Calega supported a bill that will authorize the Health Department to collect additional information from local hospitals regarding the interventions and outcomes associated with nonfatal opioid overdoses....
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Brian Lobley receives Heroes Among Us community hero award

Brian Lobley holiding the Heroes Among Us Award, is photographed with Ben Baskin, Mary Stengel Austen, and Christopher Cashman
Pictured left to right: Brian Lobley, EVP Health Markets, Independence Blue Cross, Ben Baskin, HAU founder and event director, Mary Stengel Austen, president & CEO, Tierney Communications, Christopher Cashman, principal, Cashman Strategic Advisors Brian Lobley, executive vice president of Health Markets at Independence Blue Cross, was awarded the 2019 Philadelphia Community Hero Award....
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