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Blue Promise: Why Aren’t People Using Telemedicine?

BCBSTX Connect Team October 24, 2019

Two-thirds of Americans are interested in using telemedicine. So why is only 8% of the population scheduling virtual visits? In this episode of Blue Promise , Matthew McCredie, SVP of Enterprise Client Organization at MDLIVE , explain s why people...
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Blue Promise: How Can We Enable Wellness in Public School Systems?

BCBSTX Connect Team October 21, 2019

Every weekday morning, more than 5 million students walk through the doors of a Texas school. They're learning important topics, but how much do they know about their own health? In this episode of Blue Promise, It's Time Texas CEO Amy McGeady discusses...
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Blue Promise: Could You be a Victim of Health Care Fraud?

BCBSTX Connect Team October 21, 2019

We’ve all heard the horror stories of fraudulent behavior by business professionals across the country. But how common is it in the health care industry? Could it happen to you? The answers might scare you. Learn how to protect yourself in this...
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Blue Promise: How is Health Care Impacted by Transportation Challenges?

BCBSTX Connect Team October 21, 2019

It’s no secret that transportation plays a role in everything we do. Each day, Texans are dependent upon a web of highways, buses, trains and sidewalks. Transportation can also be a factor in our health. Tune in to this episode of Blue Promise to...
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Blue Promise: Why Should Employers Care About Fraud?

BCBSTX Connect Team October 21, 2019

Just like any other industry, the health care system is full of both good and bad actors. Fraudulent behavior might be happening right under your nose, and it impacts more than just your bottom line. Find out more in this episode of Blue Promise...
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Blue Promise: The Power of Public Dialogue

BCBSTX Connect Team September 13, 2019

America’s health care system is far from perfect. It’s complicated. It’s expensive. It’s broken in many ways. So why aren’t more people talking about it? Evan Smith of The Texas Tribune joined us in the latest Blue Promise to discuss how public...
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Blue Promise: Should We Still be Concerned About The Measles Outbreak?

BCBSTX Connect Team September 4, 2019

It's back to school season for families across Texas. This year, there's one immunization that is more important than ever. In this episode of Blue Promise, we discuss the impact of the measles outbreak with Dr. Philip Huang, Director of Dallas...
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Blue Promise: Understanding the Mental Health Crisis in Texas

BCBSTX Connect Team September 4, 2019

Do you know someone struggling with their mental health? Chances are, that person is also having a hard time managing their overall health. The impact of mental illness is broad. Can Texas meet the increasing need for mental health professionals...
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Blue Promise: Prior Authorizations: Red Tape or Right Care?

BCBSTX Connect Team August 19, 2019

Sometimes patients experience a wait time before they receive the planned medical care suggested by their doctor. If their doctor already recommended the treatment, then why is there a delay? Dr. Leslie Weisberg, Executive Medical Director of Plan...
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Blue Promise: The Synergy Between Value-Based Care and Health Equity

BCBSTX Connect Team August 6, 2019

Equal care and equitable care are two very different things. But do you know the difference? Listen to this episode of Blue Promise to better understand the importance of health equity. It’s key to improving the health of Texans, and value-based...
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Blue Promise: How Can We Fuel the Health of Our Energy Workforce? (Part 2)

BCBSTX Connect Team July 2, 2019

Texas is the number one state in the U.S. for oil and natural gas. It's a massive industry, credited for more than 348,000 jobs across the state. Despite this workforce's robust health care benefits, they still face a unique set of challenges. Energy...
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Blue Promise: How Can We Fuel the Health of Our Energy Workforce? (Part 1)

BCBSTX Connect Team July 2, 2019

Texas is the number one state in the U.S. for oil and natural gas. It's a massive industry, credited for more than 348,000 jobs across the state. Despite this workforce's robust health care benefits, they still face a unique set of challenges. Energy...
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Blue Promise: Can Changing Your Genes Change Your Life? (Part 2)

BCBSTX Connect Team June 25, 2019

A new medical treatment is giving sight to blind patients and so much more. It's called gene therapy and, though costly, there's no doubt that it’s changing lives. Learn more about this new health care advancement from pharmacist Jay Weaver, AVP...
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Blue Promise: Can Changing Your Genes Change Your Life? (Part 1)

BCBSTX Connect Team June 25, 2019

A new medical treatment is giving sight to blind patients and so much more. It's called gene therapy and, though costly, there's no doubt that it’s changing lives. Learn more about this new health care advancement from pharmacist Jay Weaver, AVP...
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Blue Promise: Are Rural Hospitals a Target for Pass-Through Billing?

BCBSTX Connect Team May 24, 2019

Something called “pass-through billing” is driving up the cost of your health care. In this edition of Blue Promise, we describe pass-through billing, identify efforts to address the problem and share how you can make a difference. If you suspect...
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