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Be Prepared for Hurricane Season
Posted on Jul 31st 2020 by Florida Blue
Hurricane season is upon on us, the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane season runs from June 1st until November 30th. As you make a list of necessary supplies, consider your impact on the environm [...]
Nurse’s Quick Thinking Saves Member in Crisis
Posted on Jul 28th 2020 by Florida Blue
It was 10 a.m. on a Monday when Kida Tisdale, RN case manager, called to check on her patient Byron*. The 43-year-old Florida Blue member from Jacksonville was struggling with some serious health challenges. [...]
Florida Blue again named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion”
Posted on Jul 15th 2020 by Florida Blue
We have earned a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index (DEI) survey for initiatives to support employees with mental health and caregiving programs while at the same time providing more than $1.5 million in charitable donations to programs that support people with disabilities. Top-scoring businesses are recognized as Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion. Florida Blue wa [...]
Florida Blue Foundation Sapphire Awards Provide Nearly $500,000 to Honorees
Posted on Jul 15th 2020 by Florida Blue
The Florida Blue Foundation has recognized individuals, programs and organizations that are addressing issues of poverty and opioids/substance abuse with its annual Sapphire Award for excellence and innovation in community health. Those recognized represent communities throughout the state of Florida. A total of $470,000 was [...]
Florida Blue Extends Period for Payment of Premiums
Posted on Jul 2nd 2020 by Florida Blue
We’ve extended the time you have to pay your premium for individual members and groups. So even if your payment becomes past due or is already late, you’ll have additional time to make payments, at least through August 1, 2020. [...]
We’re Here for You—Now More Than Ever
Posted on Jul 2nd 2020 by Florida Blue
While some aspects of life are beginning to shift to a “new normal,” that doesn’t mean you aren’t still feeling effects from the coronavirus. We know times may be tough, and there are lots of unique challenges we’re all facing, but we aren’t going anywhere. We’re here to answer your questions and get you the car [...]
Coronavirus Update: Florida Blue Increasing Access to Health Care Services for Members to Aid in Treatment
Posted on Jul 2nd 2020 by Florida Blue
Your health and the health of the communities we serve is our top priority. As we all adjust our lives in these rapidly changing times, please know our team is here to help you get through the hectic pace and help you find the care you need. [...]