• Phillies Name Independence Blue Cross as Team’s First Official Jersey Patch Partner

    Phillies Name Independence Blue Cross as Team’s First Official Jersey Patch Partner

    Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia’s hometown health insurer for more than 85 years, has been named the Philadelphia Phillies’ Official Jersey Patch Partner. The news was revealed during a press event at Citizens Bank Park, with Phillies and IBX leaders unveiling the inaugural jersey patch before its on-field debut at that day’s Phillies-Yankees game. “The Philadelphia…

  • IBX’s Clinical Care Innovation Program Wins Top Honors from Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    IBX’s Clinical Care Innovation Program Wins Top Honors from Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    Independence Blue Cross was honored recently with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Brand Innovation Award. IBX won the award for its Clinical Care Innovation Program, which supports the efforts of hospitals and doctors to develop and test rapid, safe, and structured approaches to improve healthcare. Every year, Blue Cross Blue Shield plans compete for the prestigious…

  • Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, Radnor’s Lincoln Financial Sign Endorsement Deal

    Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, Radnor’s Lincoln Financial Sign Endorsement Deal

    Philadelphia Eagles star quarterback Jalen Hurts has decided to partner with Radnor’s Lincoln Financial Group, writes Ryan Sharrow for Philadelphia Business Journal. Hurts, who is entering his eagles fifth season, will promote financial wellness for the life insurance and retirement investment company. The Lincoln Financial endorsement deal with Hurts includes a partnership between the Lincoln…

  • Independence Blue Cross Again Recognized as One of Region’s 50 Most Community-Minded Employers

    Independence Blue Cross Again Recognized as One of Region’s 50 Most Community-Minded Employers

    For the fourth consecutive year, Independence Blue Cross has been named an honoree of The Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. This recognition — in partnership with globally recognized nonprofit Points of Light, as well as the Philadelphia Foundation as lead partner — celebrates companies that exemplify civic leadership. Modeled…

  • IBX’s Dr. Domenick Bucci Named President of Philadelphia County Medical Society

    IBX’s Dr. Domenick Bucci Named President of Philadelphia County Medical Society

    Dr. Domenick Bucci, the Vice President of Medical Management and Medical Policy at Independence Blue Cross, has been elected the 163rd president of the Philadelphia County Medical Society (PCMS). Prior to his new role, Dr. Bucci served on the PCMS Board of Directors and Executive Committee as treasurer. “I’m grateful for this opportunity and look forward…

  • Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust Form First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration in Philadelphia Region

    Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust Form First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration in Philadelphia Region

    Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust have formed the first collaboration of its kind in the Philadelphia region to help certain commercially insured members enroll in public benefit programs. These public benefit programs can help members pay for vital resources like food, childcare, health services, housing, and utilities. Despite the positive impact of these programs, many…

  • IBX’s Friendly Farm Stands Help Seniors Make Healthy Food Choices, Build Strong Connections with Neighbors

    IBX’s Friendly Farm Stands Help Seniors Make Healthy Food Choices, Build Strong Connections with Neighbors

    Independence Blue Cross has been helping seniors in the Philadelphia region make healthy food choices and connect with their neighbors through Friendly Farm Stands. These stands provide seniors with a variety of locally sourced fruits and vegetables, tote bags, recipe cards, and flowers and plants at no cost. The events also feature a photo booth…

  • As ‘a Pillar of the Philadelphia Community,’ IBX Now the Please Touch Museum’s Official Health & Wellness Partner

    As ‘a Pillar of the Philadelphia Community,’ IBX Now the Please Touch Museum’s Official Health & Wellness Partner

    Independence Blue Cross, showcasing its longstanding commitment to children and families of Philadelphia, is now the Official Health and Wellness Partner of the iconic Please Touch Museum. IBX’s multiyear partnership includes the renaming of the museum’s beloved Carousel House, home to the historic Woodside Park Dentzel Carousel, to the Independence Blue Cross Carousel House —…

  • Independence Blue Cross Deepens Support of Philadelphia Union Foundation Program Aimed at Youth Mental Fitness

    Independence Blue Cross Deepens Support of Philadelphia Union Foundation Program Aimed at Youth Mental Fitness

    Independence Blue Cross is extending its support of HeadFirst, an initiative of the Philadelphia Union Foundation focused on enhancing mental fitness for youth soccer players. HeadFirst is one of the foundation’s signature programs and is designed to give players, parents, and coaches the tools and resources they need to positively impact players’ mental health —…

  • Independence Blue Cross and Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Extend Their Value-Based Care Agreement

    Independence Blue Cross and Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Extend Their Value-Based Care Agreement

    Independence Blue Cross and Rothman Orthopaedic Institute have extended their value-based care agreement for three years. The extension allows the two organizations to continue their work to enhance the quality of care IBX members receive, to address health equity, and to reduce healthcare costs. “IBX and Rothman Orthopaedics were pioneers in partnering on orthopedic payment models…

  • Delaware County Leadership: Susan Larkin, EVP and President of Core Commercial Markets, Independence Blue Cross

    Delaware County Leadership: Susan Larkin, EVP and President of Core Commercial Markets, Independence Blue Cross

    Susan Larkin, EVP and president of Core Commercial Markets for Independence Blue Cross, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in Upland, where her dad was both the school principal and the mayor. She recalled working part-time at Veterans Stadium and JFK Stadium, where she got to see Phillies games and Live Aid. Larkin discussed…

  • Vistia Health Blazes Path Toward a Better Healthcare Experience — for Both Employers and Employees

    Vistia Health Blazes Path Toward a Better Healthcare Experience — for Both Employers and Employees

    Both employers and employees often experience healthcare in a fragmented way. For employers, healthcare costs are continually rising, making it challenging to provide comprehensive health benefits while keeping expenses manageable. For employees, understanding the details of their health insurance plans — coverage limits, deductibles, co-pays, out-of-network charges, etc. — can be equally difficult. In fact,…

  • Independence Blue Cross Brightens Philadelphia Skyline with New LED Lights to Enhance City Views

    Independence Blue Cross Brightens Philadelphia Skyline with New LED Lights to Enhance City Views

    Independence Blue Cross has added external LED lighting to its headquarters at 1901 Market Street in Center City, enlivening the Philadelphia skyline in a bright, new way. The lights, which can illuminate the building in 14 colors and various combinations, provide definition to 560 linear features on the building, which was constructed between 1987 and…

  • IBX, American Heart Association Launch CPR Training Kiosk at Wells Fargo Center to Teach Life-Saving Skills

    IBX, American Heart Association Launch CPR Training Kiosk at Wells Fargo Center to Teach Life-Saving Skills

    Every year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of a hospital, with more than 70 percent happening in settings such as sporting facilities, airports, grocery stores, and tourist attractions. When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby. The American Heart Association, a global force for longer, healthier…

  • Independence Blue Cross’s 2023 Year in Review

    Independence Blue Cross’s 2023 Year in Review

    In 2023, Independence Blue Cross celebrated its 85th anniversary with a steadfast focus on the health and well-being of the people and communities it serves. Here are IBX’s top news stories of 2023, in chronological order: Learn more about Independence Blue Cross and how innovation has been at its core since its founding 85 years ago.

  • Men’s Mental Health: Building Connections at the Barbershop

    Men’s Mental Health: Building Connections at the Barbershop

    In many neighborhoods, the barbershop doubles as a place of healing, where people ― particularly men of color ― can find support, perspective, and maybe a boost for their mental health. “Barbershops have always been safe places to meet, vent, share personal experiences, and get a respite from the issues in their lives,” said Gabriel…

  • Older Adult Community Centers Build Powerful Connections

    Older Adult Community Centers Build Powerful Connections

    Catherine Brown believes that her job saves lives, but she doesn’t work in an emergency room. As the Director of the West Oak Lane Older Adult Center in Philadelphia, Brown coordinates activities that help older adults connect with each other. Together with her staff, Brown encourages social interaction in a population that often feels alone.…

  • Independence Blue Cross CEO Gregory Deavens Named One of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People

    Independence Blue Cross CEO Gregory Deavens Named One of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People

    Independence Blue Cross President and CEO Gregory Deavens has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare of 2023. Deavens was ranked No. 71. The complete rankings can be found in the Dec. 4 issue of the magazine, and profiles of all the honorees are available online at Modern Healthcare. This prestigious recognition…