Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon

Health care dollars should work for patients, not profits. At Regence, we're proud that nearly 90 cents of every premium dollar goes directly to patient care. As a nonprofit health plan, we answer to our members—not Wall Street shareholders.

At Regence BlueCross BlueShield, we believe health care is a fundamental aspect of a healthy community, and we are proud to help build a stronger and healthier Oregon. Read our 2024 Annual Overview to learn more about our financial stewardship and our commitment to meeting the needs of the families and employers we serve. https://lnkd.in/gBZWVYSJ

Today, our corporate foundation released their 2024 community impact report which spotlights the reach of its philanthropic investments in nonprofit community partners and the generosity of Regence employees who participated in giving and volunteer programs. In Oregon alone, $2,418,175 was invested to increase access to behavioral health care! Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gN72WVrX

Although Salem Health decided to leave the Regence network, we remain committed to ensuring our members have access to high-quality, affordable health care across Oregon. We’re pleased to continue our partnership with several providers in the region, including?Oregon Specialty Group, to offer comprehensive care options for our members. "We know our members rely on us for a strong network of providers," says Zak Ramadan-Jradi, our head of network management and strategy. "We're proud to partner with providers such as Oregon Oncology Specialists, which shares our commitment to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve." Learn more:?https://lnkd.in/gXjfCdKD

Impacted by Salem Health leaving our network? More than 200 in-network providers are ready to serve Regence members in the Willamette Valley. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gpG7ytGV

Daniel Meltzer, MD, MPH, FACEP, executive medical director at Regence, says on the newest episode of the HealthChangers podcast that digital health solutions, like telehealth and Internet-enabled medical devices, make care more accessible and more affordable. This is all during a time when the cost of care is going up and making an in-person appointment with a doctor can be difficult. Digital health “is critically important in this day and age,” Dr. Meltzer says. Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/g3BmFEy2

Regence members affected by Salem Health leaving our network have options. Click here to learn more about your options for care, including local providers, telehealth and more. https://lnkd.in/gx9me67T

It can be tough to get an appointment with a cardiologist. That’s why we offer our Medicare members access to virtual cardiologists from our partner, Heartbeat Health. From checkups to management of complex conditions, Heartbeat Health makes heart care easy and convenient for you. Learn more and schedule an appointment at https://lnkd.in/gSc-j6v4.

Did you know that heart disease is the No.1 killer worldwide? February is American Heart Month, a time to educate and spread awareness about the importance of heart health. Peggy Maguire, president of our corporate foundation, volunteers with the American Heart Association as chair of the Western States Regional Board and sat down with KGW-TV to talk about eight important things to remember to maintain your health, also known as "Life's Essential 8."