Kari Hedges

Interested in #Data, #HIT, #ValueBasedCare, #Healthcare, and living a healthy and active lifestyle. SVP @BCBSAssociation

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

If you'll be at #HIMSS21, check out “SDOH: A Regional Payer and an Association Perspective.” Watch Lenel James and @Highmark's Deborah Donovan discuss the @HL7 Gravity Project’s work to standardize social determinant of health data: https://t.co/J0TIdDFYpS #HealthOfAmerica

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

@abnermason @TaisonBell @AmakaEMD @CDCgov Completely agree. Well said.

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

Excited to share that @BCBSAssociation will host a webinar on July 22 covering ways employers can address #BehavioralHealth challenges that were amplified as a result of #COVID19. Register to hear about productivity and #WorkplaceCulture: https://t.co/2sATFmcSlR #HealthOfAmerica

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

There’s a significant opportunity to take learnings from a patient’s experience to provide more personalized care, but a good data strategy is critical. See below how @BlueCrossNC centralized metrics to improve patient satisfaction. #HealthOfAmerica https://t.co/DFaszndroj

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

For #WomensHistoryMonth, the @BCBSAssociation Women’s Resource Group invited @STEMDrMGD to discuss her experience navigating corporate America while ensuring others, specifically women and people of color, rise with her. Thank you, Dr. MGD, for sharing your story! #TeamBCBSA

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

Now, a year into the #COVID19 pandemic, #millennials are facing unprecedented rates of behavioral health conditions. Get insights on how employers can help address millennial employees’ pressing needs like #MentalHealth and well-being: https://t.co/jGf8jU9R2J #HealthOfAmerica

[BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee @BCBST]

Eight in 10 Americans feel stressed on the job. Here are 7 tips from one BlueCross physical therapist for instantly relaxing while you work. https://t.co/ZOjfNYD2YV

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

We’ve seen how #COVID19 affects businesses over the past year, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel. @WellmarkBCBS stresses the importance of #COVID19 #vaccines and shares tips for employers for when they return to the office. #HealthOfAmerica https://t.co/4TqFIzpuvu

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

As we celebrate International Women��s day I #chosetochallenge gender bias and inequities for all women. I stand by all women who seek to do more, seek to grow and seek to help others. I challenge myself to help women reach their potential.

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

I’m thrilled to see @BCBSAssociation collaborate with #BCBS companies, industry partners, policymakers and other employers in this fight against #COVID19. Learn how #TeamBCBSA is working together to end the pandemic: https://t.co/a45MEBoAFo #HealthOfAmerica

[Andrew Dreyfus @andrewdreyfus]

I was pleased to join a group including @MassGovernor and @macurry01 of @MassLeague at @EBNHC today to announce our new effort to fund free rides to and from COVID vaccine sites in underserved communities. https://t.co/MQ0RWyErua

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

I’m excited we joined healthcare and employer groups today to announce our joint commitment to expand coverage to high-quality healthcare. See our proposals to enhance the #AffordableCareAct. #UniteForCoverage

[BCBSProgress @BCBSProgress]

Today we joined healthcare and employer groups to announce ways we can protect patients and achieve universal coverage by enhancing the #AffordableCareAct to make healthcare more accessible and affordable. #UniteForCoverage https://t.co/ENB0Qd1IYH

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

During #HeartMonth, I encourage you take some time to keep your heart in good shape. From taking a walk to unplugging from social media and listening to music, ⁦⁦⁦@BlueShieldCA⁩ has some tips for improving your heart’s health: https://t.co/kvw961Quu2 #HealthOfAmerica

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

Interesting insights in @Forbes on #VirtualCare. I agree with the recommendation on #interoperability. Having data secure and accessible, as well as shareable with the right partners in a virtual space, is an initiative the Blues have been focusing on. https://t.co/f16fuyDGHP

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

We’re proud to announce the new, nationally recognized Blue Distinction Centers for #MaternityCare. Learn about the incredible work of these Centers that demonstrate higher quality and value and address maternal health equity disparities: https://t.co/3asHrtMHYA #HealthOfAmerica

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

As we continue to address health disparities, @ArkBlueCross joins a growing list of BCBS companies supporting @TheGravityProj. This collaborative is helping standardize social determinants of health data across electronic health records. #HealthOfAmerica https://t.co/DOafMAW73D

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

Our Blue High Performance Network recently became available to members and we saw a strong interest from employers. With quality, cost effectiveness and a commitment to #ValueBasedCare, I see a bright future ahead for Blue HPN. #HealthOfAmerica

[Blue Cross Blue Shield Association @BCBSAssociation]

Launched this month, Blue High Performance Network delivers high-quality #ValueBasedCare and lower costs to members. Our very own Jennifer Atkins spoke with @HealthLeaders about how #COVID19 impacted its launch and market momentum so far: https://t.co/YZZj8xhyz8 #HealthOfAmerica

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

#ValueBasedCare arrangements continue to break new ground, as evidenced by the partnership between insurance provider, Regence, and independent accountable care organization, @MultiCareHealth. More in @HITConsultant. #HealthOfAmerica https://t.co/sXVN30f2d3

[Kari Hedges @KariHedges]

Blue Cross Blue Shield's Blue High Performance Network, available to members in January, builds on our patient-focused, #ValueBasedCare programs. I recently shared how we moved the needle to provide BCBS members access to affordable care: https://t.co/endFXQM8BD #HealthOfAmerica

[BCBSM @BCBSM]

At the start of the pandemic, nearly 40 Michigan hospitals banded together to share COVID-19 data, backed by support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

Here's how that partnership is helping provide better care. https://t.co/RwHMVMZwou