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Independence Blue Cross launches new competitive health care plan for small businesses

Blue Solutions® Choice offers predictable costs for employers, easy online shopping for employeesPhiladelphia, PA — July 11, 2013 — Today, Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) announces the availability of a new defined contribution health plan product designed to help small businesses control their health care budgets while giving their employees a greater variety of health plan options and an easy-to-use online shopping experience. Blue Solutions Choice, the latest addition to IBC’s existing Blue Solutions 

Independence Blue Cross Launches “Live Fearless” Ad Campaign

PHILADELPHIA — July 8, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) introduces a new advertising campaign today, “Live Fearless,” that demonstrates how IBC can help consumers with what they care about most: peace of mind so they can live their lives to the fullest and still count on having quality health care when they need it. The “Live Fearless” ad campaign builds on the success of the brand positioning and ad campaign “Changing the game,” that IBC launched in 2012, at the same time it redesigned its logo.   “Last year, we demonstrated how we’re 75 years strong and still ‘

IBC and Penn Medicine team to study medication adherence, genomic cancer, and more

One study includes pill bottles that beep when it’s time to take drugsPhiladelphia, PA — June 27, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross (IBC) announces a new collaboration with Penn Medicine today on research initiatives into some of today’s most pressing health issues. Current research studies are underway to: · test new approaches to improve medication adherence for heart attack survivors; and · understand how genomic testing can be used to improve clinical outcomes and lower cancer care costs.  Future research studies are in the planning stage to: · evaluate the impact of

Independence Blue Cross and Blue Crew honored by Variety — The Children’s Charity

Vincent N. Mariniello Award of Unconditional Love recognizes support and servicePhiladelphia, PA — June 26, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) and its Blue Crew Corporate Volunteer Program were honored by Variety — The Children’s Charity at the Children’s Champion Gala on June 20 for IBC’s support and contribution to improving the lives of thousands of children with disabilities and their families in the Delaware Valley. The Vincent N. Mariniello Award of Unconditional Love was accepted by Sheila Hess, manager of IBC Foundation programs,

Independence Blue Cross Takes Steps to Stop Diabetes

Leading insurer announces sixth year as presenting sponsor of Step Out: Walk to Stop DiabetesPhiladelphia, PA — June 12, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) marks the company's sixth-year as presenting sponsor of Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes, the American Diabetes Association's community fundraising event. This year, Step Out will be held Saturday, October 5 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. In May, IBC hosted a kick off breakfast for business leaders featuring American Diabetes Association (ADA) representatives and other guest speakers

IBC Hosts “Ask the Pharmacist” Seminar for Older Adults

Philadelphia, PA — May 31, 2013 — Starting this June, Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) will host ‘Ask the Pharmacist’ seminars throughout the region to raise older adults’ awareness about potential medication risks to help safeguard their health. The ‘Ask the Pharmacist’ seminars will be offered at area senior centers in southeastern Pennsylvania as part of IBC’s free Wellness Program Education Series, which covered nutrition and fall prevention in past sessions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

Independence Blue Cross Announces Financial Results in 2012

Company drives strong results through partnerships, innovation, and strategic financial investmentsPHILADELPHIA — May 23, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) today reported strong financial results in 2012 with a net profit margin of 1.8 percent and a net after-tax income of $191.5 million. The company attributes these results to strategic collaborations, sound financial management, and game-changing innovation initiatives that helped IBC continue exceeding customer expectations, enhancing the quality of care, and lowering costs. Positioning the company for growth,

Independence Blue Cross’s nurse coaches are just a phone call away

Primary Health Coach: A new single point of contact for all health questions and concernsPhiladelphia, PA — May 16, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) is introducing a new program that will provide fully insured members the benefit of working with one health coach — a nurse — who will be the single point of contact for guidance managing challenging health conditions, answering questions, and addressing concerns, including coordinating care after surgery or a critical illness and helping manage chronic conditions.   “The new Primary

Independence Blue Cross, NYU, NYU Langone Medical Center collaborate to detect early diabetes

Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY — April 29, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross, New York University, and NYU Langone Medical Center have established a collaboration to develop machine-learning algorithms to spot cases of undiagnosed diabetes and to predict pre-diabetes in patients to improve care and lower costs. The work will be supported by a three-year grant from Independence Blue Cross (IBC), the Philadelphia region’s leading health insurer. The collaboration is part of NYU’s Initiative in Data Science and Statistics, which aims to harness today’s torrent of data in order to make advances

Independence Blue Cross introduces global Blue coverage for individuals and families

GeoBlue Travel Medical and International Health Insurance available nowPhiladelphia – April 25, 2013 –Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) announces the availability of GeoBlue Travel Medical and International Health Insurance  products for individuals and families in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. Since 2011, IBC and GeoBlue have collaborated to offer group coverage for international business travel and expatriate insurance products and services. This coverage is now available for both IBC members and the general

Record number of walkers join Independence Blue Cross for National Walk @ Lunch Day(SM)

Over 26,000 people from Southeastern Pennsylvania took steps toward healthier livesPhiladelphia, PA — April 25, 2013 — On Wednesday, Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) hosted a record 26,000 people from 105 employers in Rittenhouse Square and locations throughout the region during the sixth annual National Walk @ Lunch DaySM , a national effort sponsored by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association to demonstrate how easy it is to take a walk at lunch and fit exercise into the

Ten Startups Selected for DreamIt Health, Philadelphia’s First Health Care Accelerator

IBC, Penn Medicine and DreamIt Ventures enroll entrepreneurs in four-month boot campPHILADELPHIA – April 3, 2013 –Independence Blue Cross  (IBC), Penn Medicine  and DreamIt Ventures  today announced the 10 health care startup companies selected to participate in DreamIt Health , the first-ever Philadelphia-based health care accelerator. The 2013 DreamIt Health inaugural class will enter a four-month boot camp,

Independence Blue Cross hosts more than 60 employers for annual walk at lunch kickoff

Sixth annual National Walk @ Lunch Day set for April 24, 2013Philadelphia – March 13, 2013 – Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) today welcomed guests from over 60 area companies to a kickoff breakfast at its Market Street headquarters for the sixth annual National Walk @ Lunch Day . Designed to build excitement for IBC’s annual spring walk — one of the largest in the country — the breakfast encourages area employers to turn a working lunch into a walking lunch through participation in

Independence Blue Cross executive testifies to Philadelphia City Council

Mike Vennera offers insight into IBC’s health care innovation in the regionPhiladelphia, PA —February 27, 2013 —Independence Blue Cross  (IBC)’s Mike Vennera, vice president of strategy and innovation, addressed the Philadelphia City Council Committee on Global Opportunities and the Creative/Innovative Economy held jointly with Senator Michael Brubaker, Chairman of the Pennsylvania Senate International Commerce Caucus. As part of a health care panel, Vennera presented insight into IBC’s view of health care innovation in the Philadelphia

Independence Blue Cross, Abington Health, Lumeris Create Leading Accountable Care Initiative to Improve Quality, Lower Costs, Increase Satisfaction

Will provide unprecedented 360-degree view of patients’ carePhiladelphia, PA — February 21, 2013 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC), Abington Health, and Lumeris announced today the creation of an accountable care initiative using Lumeris’  transformative technology and services to improve the coordination of patient care, lower overall health care costs, and increase patient and physician satisfaction. This collaboration among a health insurer, a health system, and a health care technology firm is one of the

Marking its 75th anniversary this year, IBC president Daniel Hilferty unveils new building sign

Independence logo at 1901 Market Street sets course for company’s new direction and imagePhiladelphia, PA (February 14, 2013) –  Marking the beginning of the company’s 75th anniversary in 2013, Independence Blue Cross president and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty unveils the company’s new building signage with associates celebrating their own milestone anniversaries.  “I’m proud that as we commemorate our company’s long and storied past, we also showcase the exciting and innovative ways IBC is boldly leading the way in the transformation of health care. This bright sign illuminating our new logo is

Independence Blue Cross champions two more innovative health events through sponsorship and coaching

Philadelphia, PA- February 13, 2013 – This February, Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) demonstrates its commitment to changing the game in health care delivery by sponsoring two local events aimed at finding ways to transform the industry. IBC is the silver sponsor of both the Startup Weekend Health Philadelphia and the 19th Annual Wharton Healthcare Business Conference from February 14-17. Bringing new ideas in health care to life During Startup Weekend Health Philadelphia , IBC executives will bring

Independence Blue Cross donates computers, changes lives

Partnership with Tech Impact improves capabilities of local charitiesPhiladelphia, PA- February 6, 2013 – In 2012, Independence Blue Cross  continued its commitment to the community by donating 364 computers to Tech Impact  (formerly NPower PA and DE), a charitable group that provides technology services and support to more than 400 nonprofit agencies in our region. The donation, which arrived just in time for the holidays, provided much-needed PCs and laptops, some of which will be used for tutoring and after-

Independence Blue Cross Facebook fans vote Back on My Feet favorite Philly charity

Insurer donates $10,000 to winning charity and runners upPhiladelphia, PA – February 5, 2013 – Independence Blue Cross  (IBX) announced that Back on My Feet, a non-profit teaching critical work and life skills to individuals living in homeless and transitional facilities, has been voted the winner of the company’s Season for Giving online charity campaign. The Back on My Feet Philadelphia chapter received $5,000 from Independence Blue Cross, while four runners-up were awarded $1,000 each from the Philadelphia-based health insurer. “Our

Philadelphia Department of Parks & Recreation opens registration for Blue Cross Broad Street Run lottery on February 4

New this year:  12-day race lottery ends on February 15Philadelphia, PA – January 23, 2013 – Registration for the Philadelphia Department of Parks and Recreation’s 34th annual Blue Cross Broad Street Run in May opens at broadstreetrun.com on February 4. For the 17th consecutive year, Independence Blue Cross is the title sponsor of the race, which became the nation’s largest 10-miler four years ago. For the first time, runners will register this year through a lottery to accommodate the large and ever increasing number of registrants. The Blue Cross Broad Street Run, held this year on May

Independence Blue Cross celebrates the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Philadelphia, PA — Jan. 21, 2012 — Independence Blue Cross  (IBC) associates joined with thousands of volunteers today for the 18th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service. IBC associates celebrated the memory of Dr. King with a “day on,” not a “day off,” and participated in several community projects throughout day. “Dr. King famously said, ‘Everybody can be great...because anybody can serve,” and today we especially remember this important message,” said Lorina Marshall-Blake, president of the Independence Blue

IBC CEO Daniel Hilferty Shares Leadership Experiences at CEO Symposium

Hilferty speaks to local leaders on IBC’s business, health care reformPhiladelphia, PA — January 18, 2012 — Independence Blue Cross  President and CEO Daniel J. Hilferty addressed more than 75 chief executive officers, presidents, and board chairs at a CEO Symposium on Wednesday hosted by the CEO Alliance. Hilferty spoke about his personal journey to becoming the CEO of a leading health insurer and shared his leadership philosophy.   “I’m happy to share some of the experiences that have shaped my management philosophy and business

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