Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

We are grateful for our members, customers, providers and community partners for being a part of our mission to make health care better today and every day of the year. Please note, Wellmark offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 – Friday, Nov. 29 in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday.

💡 Rethinking Rural Health! In episode 16 of Health Matters, Laura Jackson, executive vice president of Health Equity, Access and Improvement, discusses rural health initiatives. She highlights the Iowa Rural Vitality Coalition, a partnership of statewide leaders and organizations tackling rural health care challenges with innovative solutions. #NationalRuralHealthDay #IARuralVitality https://lnkd.in/gQB2DQ9f

According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetics experience medical costs twice as high as those living without the disease. And, when your employees are facing high costs — so are you. #NationalDiabetesMonth See how Wellmark supports your employees with diabetes - https://bit.ly/3CtFrIp

As the year ends, don’t miss out on preventive care included in your health benefits. Cammy Jenkins, vice president of Health Services, talked with Megan Reuther on Hello Iowa about how this care benefits your health and can help reduce how much you spend on health care. Watch the full segment: https://lnkd.in/gQwVRRjS

Wellmark is committed to advancing the education of our future health care providers, and proud to support Des Moines University students through need-based, inclusive scholarships like those funded through #Glanton2024. We enjoyed celebrating the impact of this important initiative with industry leaders from across the region.

We were honored to serve as a lead sponsor for the "Good Morning, Cedar Rapids!" event earlier this week. Congratulations to the Bravo Award recipients and Community Spotlight honorees recognized at this year's event. Wellmark has been a longstanding supporter for business and industry in The Corridor, in collaboration with the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance and its 1,200 members.

The Wellmark Foundation is a proud supporter of ChildServe’s Growing Together Campaign.    Executive Vice President of Health Equity Access and Improvement and Wellmark Foundation board chair Laura Jackson shared, “This expansion will make a real difference in meeting a need for our youth by providing essential mental health care services to families across Iowa.”    For more information about this campaign, visit- https://lnkd.in/gUaVuGue 

Telehealth vs. Virtual Care: Are They Really the Same? In the latest episode of Health Matters, Cassandra Hilton, director of market solutions at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, discusses health care access and the benefits of telehealth for employers. She also offers easy tips on promoting virtual care options for employees. Don't miss this great conversation! https://bit.ly/3BYJUT7

The Wellmark Case Management Program is a simple solution for employees with complex health conditions. Our experienced, caring case managers are available at no extra cost to you or your employees and are part of your health plan. Find out more - https://bit.ly/3U4rpCL

The Medicare Advantage Annual Enrollment Period is NOW open. Wellmark Advantage Health Plan options for 2025 are ready for Medicare-eligible Iowans and South Dakotans. See if this affordable coverage with enhanced benefits, supported by a broad network of health care providers is right for you. Visit https://bit.ly/486rko0 to learn more.