Blue Promise: Presented By Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Texas

The Dallas-Fort Worth area is the country’s fourth-largest metropolitan economy—and a hotspot for companies looking to relocate. Mike Rosa, Senior Vice President of Economic Development for the Dallas Regional Chamber, explains the forces behind DFW’s booming economy and looks ahead to the region’s future. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

You could be charged an extra “facility fee” if you see a doctor who is employed by a hospital system. Learn about these fees and how you can avoid them in this edition of Blue Promise with Shara McClure, BCBSTX DSVP of Texas Health Care Delivery. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Consumer costs often go down when companies consolidate, but the opposite happens when hospitals merge together. Shara McClure, BCBSTX DSVP of Texas Health Care Delivery, explains why that happens in this edition of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Even if you have health insurance, you can still get an unexpected bill from a medical provider or facility. In this edition of Blue Promise, Shara McClure, BCBSTX DSVP of Texas Health Care Delivery, discusses the causes of this problem and what you can do to minimize your risk. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

Pass-through billing is a new phenomenon driving up the cost of care. Shara McClure, DSVP of Texas Health Care Delivery, explains this new term and what we are doing to stop it. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

It’s easy to get frustrated as medical costs continue to rise and sometimes get confused about who plays what role in the healthcare system. In this edition of Blue Promise, Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Texas Health Care Delivery, explains the value that health insurance brings to your experience. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Accountable Care Organizations, or ACOs, have been hailed as part of a fix for the American health care system. But how are these organizations actually doing now that they have been around for a few years? Dr. Bharath Thankavel, BCBSTX Medical Director for Value-Based Care, gives an update in this edition of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

What exactly is artificial intelligence and how does it fit in the health care landscape? Vijay Murugappan, BCBSTX Vice President of Strategy and Value Creation, discusses the technology and its applications. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

How do we help physicians feel valued in value-based care programs? Dr. Bharath Thankavel, BCBSTX Medical Director for Value-Based Care, discusses how physicians can be a key part of transformation in the health care system. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

There are a certain set of health care needs that can uniquely affect gay men. Dr. Esteban Lopez, BCBSTX Chief Medical Officer, explains why it is important for gay men to discuss their sexuality with their doctor. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

The AIDS epidemic was one of the most devastating pandemics in modern history, but it was also a learning experience for the health care community. Dr. John Carlo, President-Elect of the Dallas County Medical Society, explains how lessons learned through the AIDS crisis can be applied to other outbreaks of infectious disease. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

For years, we have measured our quality of health by our weight or body mass index (BMI). But new research indicates that our fitness levels might have a bigger impact on our life span. In fact, research indicates that one minute of exercise equals seven extra minutes of life. So what do doctors recommend? Dr. Dan McCoy and Dr. Paul Hain, BCBSTX North Texas Market President, discuss the evolving perspective in this Blue Promise. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

Would you like to get a consultation or a prescription from a doctor without going to their office? You can with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas’ “Virtual Visits.” Learn how it works, how much it costs and how you can take advantage of the convenience in this edition of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

We often think about protecting our skin from the sun during the summer months, but what about the winter? Do long sleeves and coats offer enough protection? In this episode of Blue Promise, Dr. McCoy discusses some winter sun safety tips with the American Cancer Society. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas' Chief Medical Officer and Divisional Senior Vice President of Texas Market Strategy.

You now have more choices in how to get medical care quickly. Telehealth rules in Texas have been changed to allow more health care delivery via electronic devices. Lee Spangler, BCBSTX Vice President of Texas Government Relations, explains how the modification impacts the health of Texans. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

BCBSTX and the American Lung Association have made a six-year commitment to work together to improve asthma diagnosis and treatment. After five years, the program is seeing results. Dr. Ruby Abrol, a physician with the American Lung Association in Texas, joins Dr. McCoy to talk about how our team effort is making a big difference. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Local health care experts need to be prepared for the unexpected. Dr. John Carlo, President-Elect of the Dallas County Medical Society, explains how the Dallas area addresses emergency preparedness. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Your health is determined by more than your lifestyle and genetics. In this edition of Blue Promise, Dr. Esteban Lopez explains how “your zip code is more important than your genetic code in terms of health care costs and your ultimate health outcomes.” Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

How does BCBSTX provide the best of both worlds for its large national employers? Kevin Cassidy, BCBSTX President of Enterprise National Accounts, explains the value of combining the benefits of a local health plan with the power of a national organization. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

“To be able to read opens up your world.” Find out why Sebrena Bohnsack, BCBSTX 2017 Volunteer of the Year, is passionate about literacy and employee voluntarism in this edition of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is an online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. New editions are published regularly and are hosted by Dr. Dan McCoy, President of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.