CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

We're improving access to care where and when our 3.5 million members across Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia need it. Learn more at www.carefirst.com. #CareFirstCares

Primary care physicians (PCPs) are crucial to better health outcomes. PCPs can help detect health conditions early, manage chronic conditions and provide everyday strategies for healthy living. As the new year approaches, watch Dr. Lisa LaCarrubba, the Medical Director at CloseKnit, share some tips on looking for a new PCP and navigating your first appointment. 🩺 #CareFirstCares

Thank you to Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Martha's Table, and our volunteers, including Washington Mystics and Washington Wizards players, for supporting our third annual Thankful Meals event last week. We were able to serve over 1,000 residents with Thanksgiving turkeys, fresh produce, hygiene kits and more. We’re looking forward to supporting communities east of the Anacostia River again soon with our partners. #CareFirstCares

Medicaid serves about 80 million low-income individuals in the United States, many from marginalized communities. For this group, more than any other, health outcomes are determined by the conditions in which they live, work and play. At CareFirst, we’ve seen firsthand how Medicaid’s efforts to address these social drivers of health beyond medical care are transforming lives. Our Public Policy and Government Affairs team invites you to join them for a virtual panel discussion, “More than Medicine: How Medicaid Addresses Social Needs,” featuring national Medicaid experts. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the innovative ways Medicaid is making a difference. Register to join us on Tuesday, December 10 at 11 a.m. here: http://spr.ly/6046tMPxq hashtag#CareFirstCares

We’re proud to have hundreds of clinician #DifferenceMakers across our organization, including nurses, doctors, pharmacists, dentists and many others. Their vast experience and dedication to those we serve drive our mission of advancing affordable, equitable and accessible care for all. We’re grateful for not only the incredible clinicians at CareFirst but also for those everywhere who make a difference every day. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to caring for others. #CliniciansWeek #CareFirstCares

We recently hosted a community health forum in Northern Virginia focused on mental health and are proud to continue supporting these efforts across the region. Next, we're continuing the mental health discussion in West Baltimore at our new location at The Village at Mondawmin! Join us as we partner with Health in Her Hue to discuss navigating mental health in communities of color, featuring a panel of esteemed experts who will share practical strategies for advocacy, healing and self-care. Sign up and learn more here: http://spr.ly/6046STiLm #CareFirstCares

This Wednesday, November 20, we’ll be hosting the third annual Thankful Meals event with Monumental Sports & Entertainment at Martha's Table from 3-6 p.m. Residents east of the Anacostia River are encouraged to join us for free Thanksgiving-style to-go meals, hygiene kits, school supplies and more. CareFirst insurance is not required to participate. Watch a recap of our 2023 event below and learn more about the 2024 event here: http://spr.ly/6044sPZEg #CareFirstCares

Today, we're partnering with the American Diabetes Association for the Baltimore State of Diabetes event, where our Director of Community Health and Social Impact, Kimberly Harris, will serve as chair. We, along with industry leaders, healthcare providers and community advocates, are looking forward to learning from a panel of experts on the current landscape of diabetes and its financial impact. We are proud to partner with the American Diabetes Association to support efforts in diabetes prevention, promote nutrition and advocate for improved access to healthy food in our community. #DiabetesAwarenessMonth #CareFirstCares

In honor of Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the veterans within our workforce and the wider community. This day reminds us of the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served in our armed forces. At CareFirst, we take immense pride in the contributions of our veteran colleagues. Their values of integrity, accountability, and leadership resonate throughout our organization. Together, we strive to meet the unique needs of our veteran community, both within CareFirst and beyond. Today and every day, we thank and honor those who have served. #VeteransDay #CareFirstCares

CareFirst’s Annual Speak Up Report overviews our compliance and ethics processes, highlighting our notable trends and statistics from last year regarding reporting, investigating and remediating issues. The report reflects our high standards for governance, compliance and ethical behavior, which remain fundamental to our core values, helping us deliver on our mission to advance affordable, accessible and quality healthcare to our members and communities. Read more here: http://spr.ly/6049StZh7