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

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. Find out what you need to know about depression in this episode of Blue Promise. This conversation was recorded on March 3, 2020, led by guest host Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Health Care Delivery at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX). It features Julie Dimoulakis, chief operating officer at Catapult Health. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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 Dan McCoy, MD, President of BCBSTX. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow BCBSTX on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas

Do you know a couple who's trying to conceive? Perhaps they've been pursuing a family for a few months or maybe a few years. Infertility isn't just a medical problem. It can impact many aspects of a person's life. In this episode of Blue Promise, we'll be learning more about this very real struggle to start a family. This conversation is led by guest host Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Health Care Delivery at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX), as part of a Women’s History Month series. It features Jana Rupnow, a licensed professional therapist, a fertility expert, and author of the book Three Makes Baby.

Do you get your health care coverage through your employer? Or perhaps you run a company that provides health care coverage to its employees. Employer-sponsored coverage continues to be the most common way Americans get their health insurance. Tune in to this episode of Blue Promise to find out how employers are driving health care trends. This conversation is led by guest host Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Health Care Delivery at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX), as part of a Women’s History Month series. It features Marianne Fazen, PhD, CEO & President, Texas Business Group on Health. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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 Dan McCoy, MD, President of BCBSTX. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow BCBSTX

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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 Philip Huang, MD, Director of Dallas County Health and Human Services. The conversation is led by guest host Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Health Care Delivery at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX). Blue Promise is a podcast and 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 Dan McCoy, MD, President of BCBSTX. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linked

Is your teenager vaping? Or maybe your spouse finally kicked the habit of smoking, only to pick up e-cigarettes. If you're like other Americans, you probably thought vaping was relatively safe. But recent reports are revealing the dangers behind e-cigarettes. Find out more in this episode of Blue Promise. This episode features Phillip Huang, MD, Director of Dallas County Health and Human Services. The conversation is led by guest host Shara McClure, Divisional Senior Vice President of Health Care Delivery at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX). Blue Promise is a podcast and 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 Dan McCoy, MD, President of BCBSTX. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https:/

Has your doctor ever recommended a service or treatment that required pre-approval by your insurer? What’s the reason behind this? Find out in this episode of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/bcbstx/

America’s health care industry is evolving. Instead of paying doctors for conducting individual services, we’re starting to pay them for patient outcomes. It’s a concept called value-based care, and skeptics are asking if this new approach is really working. Find out in this episode of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/bcbstx/

Two-thirds of Americans are interested in using telemedicine. So why is only 8% of the population scheduling virtual visits? Watch this episode of Blue Promise to hear Matthew McCredie, SVP of Enterprise Client Organization at MDLive, explain why these services are slow to become adopted. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T. Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/bcbstx/ Follow MDLive on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MDLIVEInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MDLIVETelehealth LinkedIn

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 determining factor in our health. In this episode of Blue Promise, Gregory Winfree, JD, of the Texas A&M Transportation Institute discusses the impact that rural transportation challenges play in the health of Texans. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T Follow us on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/bcbstx/ Follow It's Time Texas on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/ItsT

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 empowering school systems to educate students -- and faculty -- on health and wellness. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Blue Promise discussions are also available in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCBSTX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluecrossblueshieldoftexas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/bcbstx/ Follow It's Time Texas on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ItsTimeTX I

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, featuring Ryan Zarfoss, formerly employed by the FBI and now serving as senior manager of special investigations at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. If you suspect fraud, there are ways to report it. Call our fraud hotline at 1-800-543-0867 or visit our website at bcbstx.com. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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 episode of Blue Promise, featuring Ryan Zarfoss, formerly employed by the FBI and now serving as Senior Manager of Special Investigations at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. If you suspect fraud, there are ways to report it. Call our fraud hotline at 1-800-543-0867 or visit our website at bcbstx.com. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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 there more people talking about it? Tune in to this episode of Blue Promise to hear from The Texas Tribune’s CEO and Co-founder, Evan Smith, as he discusses how public dialogue helps frame public policy surrounding health care. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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'll be discussing the impact of the measles outbreak. Dr. Philip Huang, Director of Dallas County Health & Human Services, shares his public health expertise in this episode of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Watch Blue Promise videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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? Hear from Director of Dallas County Health & Human Services Dr. Philip Huang in this episode of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9DmcGeb0bd23gxwdyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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 Performance, and Alyce Kuhn, Vice President of Market Clinical Operations, share insights about prior authorizations in this episode of Blue Promise. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. Blue Promise is a podcast and online video blog that aims to address complicated health issues with candid conversations from subject matter experts. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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 care is one avenue toward helping Texans receive equitable care. Health care providers interested in learning more about health equity can find helpful resources at www.apha.org. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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. Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JcVszJdPymk

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 expert Rod Branch, Chief Human Resources Officer at HydroChemPSC, shares his insights in this episode of Blue Promise. He's joined by Heather Linton, Divisional Vice President of National Accounts and Energy at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Blue Promise is a podcast and 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, and his co-host, Ross Blackstone, Director of Strategic Influence. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7T.

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 of Pharmacy Sales Operations at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX). You can view this discussion in video format on YouTube. Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast 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. Blue Promise is an online video blog and podcast 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. Watch the Blue Promise videos on YouTube at www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9…dyKd7TaJy-dM0iX7