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.

Healthworx Delivering Programs to Help Startups

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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