Wednesday, November 14, 2018
 
Your Health Insurance Plan Company News Quick Read-
Who's making news today?  Here is HCBD-Who'sIT!
 
 
Executive Index
by Company
Edward (Ed) J. Fotsch MD
-consulting practice-
Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Gemini Health
Ms. Kristine Grow
AHIP
Former Senior Vice President, Communications
Matthew (Matt) Eyles
AHIP
Former President and CEO
Craig Samitt MD, MBA
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Former President and Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Guillermo Meneses
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA)
Former National Director, Media Relations
Ms. Maureen E. Sullivan
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA)
Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer
Margaret Jarvis
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Inc. (BCBSTX)
Former Director Media and Public Relations
Dan McCoy MD
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Inc. (BCBSTX)
Former President
Terry Gilliland MD
Blue Shield of California
Former EVP - Health Care Quality and Affordability Organization
Mr. Michael Schrader
CalOptima
Former Chief Executive Officer
Ms. Kathleen Faulk
Cambia Health Solutions, Inc.
General Manager - Government Programs
Kathy Kwon
Capwell Communications
David M. Cordani
CIGNA HealthCare | The Cigna Group
President and Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Alec Cunningham
ConcertoCare
Former President and Chief Executive Officer
Mark Caron CHCIO, FACHE
Geneia, a Capital Blue Cross company
Retired Chief Executive Officer
Michael Carson
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Former Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Douglas (Doug) Blackwell
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
Former Chief Information Officer
Bruce D. Broussard MBA
Humana Inc.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Alex Kepnes MBA
Humana Inc.
Former Director, Corporate Communications
Dr. Roy A. Beveridge
Humana Inc.
Retired Chief Medical Officer
Laura Lott
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan - Hawaii
Director - Community and Public Relations
Mr. Bernard J. Tyson
Kaiser Permanente
Linda Puu
Kaiser Permanente
Former Vice President of Quality, Safety and Patient Experience
Dr. Vanessa Cabe
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
Primary Care Physician
Shauna Raboteau DO, MPH
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
Physician
Melissa Kim M.D.
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
Pediatric Hospitalist
Elisa Zaragoza Macias MD, MPH
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
Cardiologist
Dr. Tom Feng
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
Urologist
Dr. Dardo Ferrara
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
Cardiologist
Mr. Mike Luessi
Salesforce Health
Former VP of Healthcare and Life Sciences
Mr. Tom Skelton
SureScripts
Former Chief Executive Officer
Carrie L. Byington M.D.
Texas A&M University
Vice Chancellor for Health Services
Steve Brown M.D.
Texas A&M University
Associate Vice President of Clinical Strategy
 
Company News Headlines
     
HIP News and Announcements      
New AHIP Study: Medicaid Enrollees with Serious Chronic Conditions Have Far Superior Clinical Experiences Compared to Uninsured
“Health insurance providers know that Medicaid must work for the people who rely on it—and the hardworking taxpayers who pay for it. This new report proves that Medicaid works, and adds to a growing body of evidence that Medicaid is an essential, critical safety net for millions of Americans," said Matthew Eyles , president and CEO, AHIP

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Three New Members Elected to AHIP Board of Directors
“I am honored to work with many of the most respected leaders in health care, who are committed to improving affordability, access, simplicity, and value for every American. Together, we will continue to promote solutions that break down barriers and ensure people get the care they need, when they need it, at a cost they can afford," said Matthew Eyles , President and CEO, AHIP

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Supports Launch of New Rural Health Project with Texas A&M University
"The research and innovative care delivery strategies that emanate from this collaboration with Texas A&M University Health Science Center have potential to not only help rural communities in Texas, but across the nation. As someone who grew up in a small town in Texas, I understand and appreciate both the challenges and the healthcare needs of those in rural communities," said Dr. Dan McCoy MD , President of BCBSTX

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Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center Maintains “A” Grade for Patient Safety
“Patient safety is a top priority at Kaiser Permanente , and we’re proud of our doctors, providers and staff who work together to create a healthy healing environment for patients. Our integrated electronic health record system and coordinated care approach helps reduce errors and safety risks, which improves patient outcomes and ensures a higher quality of care," said Linda Puu , vice president of quality, safety and care experience at Kaiser Permanente Hawaii

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Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Welcomes New Physicians on Oahu and Maui
Six doctors have joined Kaiser Permanente Hawaii facilities on Oahu and Maui. They add to Kaiser Permanente’s award-winning staff of more than 600 health care providers in Hawaii’s largest medical practice, the Hawaii Permanente Medical Group (HPMG), which serves more than 255,000 members in Hawaii.

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Humana Value Report Shows Progress for Medicare Advantage Members Affiliated with Providers in Value-based Care Agreements
" Humana is thankful to the countless physicians and other health care providers whose dedication to their patients is a major reason why value-based care is changing health care for the better. As Humana continues to expand the functionality of our integrated care strategy with investments in home health and data analytics, we will employ those capabilities to become an even stronger supporter of physician practices as they navigate to value," said Bruce D. Broussard MBA , Humana’s President and Chief Executive Officer

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Branded Prescription Drug Prices Continue to Rise – Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Report Reveals
“Accountability and transparency are key to developing a better understanding of overall health care costs, particularly the cost of prescription drugs that are essential to maintaining a person’s health. The report findings underscore the underlying cost drivers in the prescription drug market and identify potential surges in overall drug costs in the future," said Ms. Maureen E. Sullivan , chief strategy and innovation officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield

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Horizon Healthcare Services Inc. selects Geneia to accelerate member-centric healthcare
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ConcertoHealth to Provide Specialized Primary Care for Regence BlueShield Medicare Advantage Patients in Western Washington
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Gemini Health and Surescripts Partner to Lower Drug Costs through Prescription Price Transparency at the Point of Prescribing
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