Innovative Solutions

We’re creating more equitable, affordable and accessible health offerings that drive better outcomes through innovative collaborations and partnerships, data and technology platforms and an emphasis on value-based care solutions.

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The State of Value-Based Purchasing

Brian Wheeler, Vice President of Provider Collaboration and Network Transformation for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, spoke with Health Leaders Media on the FFS chassis and the billing process.

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Convening Experts Across the Healthcare Landscape to Promote Innovation

by Ricardo R. Johnson | September 15, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

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Ricardo R. Johnson shares insights on why the future of healthcare cannot rely on one person or organization finding a magic formula for life-long health post-launch of the inaugural In the Worx magazine.

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Value-Based Contracts: Driving Adoption Post-Pandemic

by CareFirst | June 28, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

Industry experts recently addressed the processes required to make value-based contracting as seamless and organized as possible during a webinar hosted by America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP).

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CEOs Outline Goals for Ethical and Effective Data Sharing

by CareFirst | May 14, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

Health Evolution sat down with industry leaders, including CareFirst’s President and CEO, Brian D. Pieninck, to talk about data sharing in the healthcare industry and how it can be used in the future.

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Value-Based Care Prioritizes Wellness Over Sick Care

by CareFirst | May 10, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

In the second part of a two-part Q&A series, Brian Wheeler, Vice President of Provider Collaboration and Network Transformation, discusses how Value-Based Care prioritizes quality over volume.

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The Future of Value-Based Care

by CareFirst | April 27, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

In our first ever podcast, Brian Wheeler, Vice President of Provider Collaboration and Network Transformation discusses how CareFirst is investing in Value-Based Care.

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The Role of Technology in Efficient and Equitable Vaccinations

by David Kaercher | April 16, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

CareFirst’s Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, David Kaercher, shares the importance of technology in a national vaccine distribution strategy.

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Behavioral Health Trends to Watch

by Shannon Ensor | April 7, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

Laura Patterson, Venture Capital, Healthworx, recently shared insights surrounding three behavioral health trends worth our attention as we consider additional investments into solutions seeking to improve the coordination and delivery of behavioral health.

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Bridging the Digital Equity Gap for Baltimore Residents

by Shannon Ensor | April 8, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

What do digital equity and health equity have in common? More than you think.

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Healthworx Delivering Programs to Help Startups

by Shannon Ensor | February 24, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

Find out how the innovation and investment arm of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is helping healthcare startups bring big ideas to the market.

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Transformative Journey to Value-Based Care Panel

by Jen Presswood | January 29, 2021 | Innovative Solutions

A panel of national experts, moderated by CareFirst’s President and CEO, Brian D. Pieninck, share their perspectives on the national movement from volume- to value-based care.

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Award-Winning Leadership Shapes Better Healthcare Experience

by Shannon Ensor | December 4, 2020 | Innovative Solutions

Baltimore Business Journal recognizes Healthworx Vice President Ricardo Johnson for his leadership shaping the future of healthcare.

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Healthworx, Halcyon Partnership Provides Critical Mentorship to Startups

by CareFirst | November 18, 2020 | Innovative Solutions

Healthworx supported the Win-Win Homesharing team during the Halcyon cohort kickoff event in 2019.

This new alliance is leveraging talent across the region and nation to address the toughest healthcare challenges.

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Building A Better Model for Healthcare

by CareFirst | September 16, 2020 | Innovative Solutions

Medical advancements have dramatically altered the healthcare landscape in the U.S. The payment model, however, has remained virtually unchanged for over 50 years.

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Innovation Challenge Increasing CareFirst Impact

by CareFirst | September 16, 2020 | Innovative Solutions

CareFirst President & CEO Brian D. Pieninck (left) and LifeBridge Health Senior Vice President Dr. Jonathan Ringo (right) with Socially Determined CEO Trenor Williams (center).

Applicants pitched ideas to a panel of industry experts, including CareFirst executive leadership, in a first-of-its-kind, Shark-Tank style competition.

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The Power of Partnership

by CareFirst | September 16, 2020 | Innovative Solutions

Breaking the prescription drug cost curve means partnering with organizations who are as equally passionate about promoting greater transparency and competition as we are.

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