Thursday, May 11, 2017
 
Your Health Insurance Plan Company News Quick Read-
Who's making news today?  Here is HCBD-Who'sIT!
 
 
Executive Index
by Company
Ben Jenkins
AHIP
Former Vice President of Communications
Trent Haywood MD, JD
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA)
Former Chief Medical Officer
Nancy R. Christal
CVS Health
Vice President, Investor Relations
Larry J. Merlo
CVS Health
Former Chief Executive Officer
Eileen Howard Boone
CVS Health
Former Senior Vice President Corporate Communications & Community Relations
Mr. Richard Wolfe
Empyrean Benefit Solutions, Inc.
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Michael Robinson
Empyrean Benefit Solutions, Inc.
Vice President of Marketing
Mr. Jim Priebe
Empyrean Benefit Solutions, Inc.
Executive Vice President of Product
David T. Feinberg MD
Geisinger Health Plan | Geisinger Health System
Former President and Chief Executive Officer
Cody Dingus
HealthEquity, Inc.
Former Vice President of Marketing
Mr. Jon Kessler
HealthEquity, Inc.
Executive Chairman
Ms. Ashley Dreier
HealthEquity, Inc.
Chief Information and Technology Officer
Deborah L. Rice-Johnson
Highmark Inc.
Executive Vice President for Health Services
Mr. Robert (Bob) A. Marino
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
President and Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Chip Howard
Humana Inc.
Senior Vice President, Partner Services
Ms. Marina Renneke
Humana Inc.
Former Media Relations - West Region
Ms. Tracee Larson
Jetstream PR
Former Senior Account Supervisor
Mr. Andrew McCulloch
Kaiser Permanente
Former President, Northwest Region
Ms. Molly Haynes
Kaiser Permanente Northwest
Director of Community Health
Patrick (Pat) B. Cline
Lightbeam Health Solutions, LLC
Chief Executive Officer
Ms. Susan Namovicz-Peat
MMIT
Director, Data Solutions
Kelly Davit
Quartz Health Solutions, Inc.
Regional Business Development Account Executive
Mr. Jim Sloane
TMG Health, A Cognizant Company
Vice President of Technology Services
Ms. Kim Rollman
TMG Health, A Cognizant Company
Marketing Manager
Mr. Douglas (Doug) Albro
TMG Health, A Cognizant Company
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Ms. Jennifer Woomer Dinehart
Unity Health Plans | Unity Health Insurance | Unity Health Plans Insurance Corporation
Former AVP Marketing
Mr. Bill Gorski
UW Health | University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
President and CEO of SwedishAmerican
 
Company News Headlines
     
HIP News and Announcements      
AHIP Blog: 7 Ways to Make the Most of an AHIP Conference
AHIP conferences bring together health care experts, policymakers, innovators, visionaries, and disrupters. With so much to learn and so many people to meet, a game plan is essential.

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Geisinger and Highmark announce letter of intent for joint venture
" Highmark and Geisinger are recognized and trusted names in health care, and we have long collaborated to provide our members with access to the high-quality care provided by Geisinger's hospitals and physicians. Our joint experience in care delivery and care management can help to advance value and affordability. Working more closely together, we can bring innovative, consumer-centered care models to the community," said Deborah L. Rice-Johnson , president, Highmark

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The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey initiative brings families and communities into conversation on how to tackle opioid addiction
“Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey has been a leader in the fight against drug abuse and Horizon is pleased to join them in getting everyone in the conversation on real solutions and pathways to help in the community. It’s critical to engage multiple stake holders in the whole continuum of care, starting from awareness of opioids addiction, to prevention and treatment," said Mr. Robert A. Marino , Chairman and CEO, Horizon BCBSNJ

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Humana Brings Value-Based Orthopedic Specialty Care to North Carolina and Virginia
" Humana ’s approach is to provide orthopedic surgeons the tools they need to coordinate all aspects of their patients’ diagnosis, treatment, recovery and rehabilitation to in turn improve quality, lower cost and create a better experience for our members," said Mr. Chip Howard , Humana’s Vice President of Payment Innovation

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Kaiser Permanente Northwest Awards $535,000 in College Scholarships to Promote Economic Opportunity and Diversify the Health Care Workforce
“People who go to college have better access to economic opportunity and are less likely to suffer from chronic disease. Our 2017 scholars will not only experience the health benefits that come with higher education, but will also serve as change agents in their communities and innovators in the health care system," said Ms. Molly Haynes , director of Community Health at Kaiser Permanente Northwest

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Unity Health Insurance: Quartz Expands to Northern Illinois, Feature s SwedishAmerican Providers to Meet the Needs of Employers and Groups
“I am very proud to be working with highly respected organizations (Quartz and SwedishAmerican, a division of UW Health). Both have an unwavering commitment to the well-being of the community. I’m excited to have the opportunity to work with local employers and our Quartz network providers in offering innovative strategies that provide access to local, high-quality care," said Kelly Davit , sales representative, Quartz Health Solutions, Inc.

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HealthEquity CTO Ashley Dreier Named ‘CTO of the Year’
“We are honored to have Ashley recognized by her peers in Utah’s tech industry. Ms. Ashley Dreier ’s knowledge and vision has been invaluable in shaping our technology strategy. Thanks to her leadership and team, the focus on increased quality and efficiency is driving the company’s success," said Mr. Jon Kessler , president and CEO of HealthEquity

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Lyft Join Forces to Increase Access to Health Care in Communities with Transportation Deserts
" Blue Cross Blue Shield companies have always been committed to local communities – and to solving the most pressing health care challenges facing our country. A strategic alliance with Lyft will allow us to positively impact and improve Americans' health nationwide," said Dr. Trent Haywood MD, JD , BCBSA chief medical officer and president of the BCBS Institute

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Empyrean Benefit Solutions Celebrates Strong Growth to Kick Off 2017
“Our growth is reflective of the market demand for a modern health and welfare benefits technology and service experience for everyone – one that is supported by strong user and administrative experiences, as well as consistent implementations and a service support center that continually score high in client satisfaction," said Mr. Richard Wolfe , co-founder and CEO, Empyrean

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NAVIGATION - Other Sections in Today's HCBD-Who'sIT! Daily:
 
Solutions News and Announcements
HIP HR-Jobs-Promotions
HIP Wonk Watch

Solutions News and Announcements    back to index
CVS Health Corporate Social Responsibility Activities Address Important National and Local Health Care Issues and Contribute to Economic Growth
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Lightbeam Health Solutions' Population Health Management Version 2.1 Earns ONC Health IT Certification from Drummond Group LLC
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HIP HR-Jobs-Promotions    back to index
TMG Health Promotes Jim Sloane to Vice President of Technology Services
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HIP Wonk Watch    back to index
AIS Health Plan Data Show Shift to Individual, Public-Sector Coverage
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