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Should You Get Screened for Depression?
BCBSTX Connect Team
June 9, 2020
Do you know someone struggling with depression? Or perhaps you feel the weight of it in your own life. It’s a quiet crisis that is impacting the lives of many Texans , especially in light of new stressors due to the COVID-19 pandemic . Find out...
2563 Views
Blue Promise: Why Are Health Care Costs Rising Faster Than Your Salary?
BCBSTX Connect Team
March 20, 2020
For most Texans, their most recent pay raise probably wasn’t enough to account for their rising health care costs. Tune in to this episode of Blue Promise to learn more about the single biggest health care issue for most Americans. This conversation...
497 Views
Blue Promise: Are We Ready for the Next Big Outbreak?
BCBSTX Connect Team
February 26, 2020
Do you remember the Ebola outbreak that started in Dallas? Five years ago, the deadly disease made its way to America and landed in our own backyard. Find out more about the impact of highly infectious diseases in this episode of Blue Promise, featuring...
595 Views
Blue Promise: Blowing Smoke: How Society Underestimated the Impact of Vaping
BCBSTX Connect Team
January 31, 2020
Do you know someone who uses e - cigs? Recent deaths associated with vaping ha ve made it a public health concern. Learn more about the dangers in this Blue Promise with Dr. Philip Huang, Director of Dallas County Health and Human Services. Listen...
623 Views
Blue Promise: Ensuring Your Health Care is Effective
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 17, 2019
Has your doctor ever recommended a service or treatment that required pre-approval by your insurer? What’s the reason behind this extra step ? Find out in this episode of Blue Promise. Listen/Watch Y ou can listen to the complete discussion...
801 Views
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...
1471 Views
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...
619 Views
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...
594 Views
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...
600 Views
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...
634 Views
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...
791 Views
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...
744 Views
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...
741 Views
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...
803 Views
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...
714 Views
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