Paul Markovich: Last week, I was in Washington, D.C. meeting with federal policymakers to discuss some of Blue Shield of California’s key initiatives.

Paul Markovich, President and CEO of Blue Shield of California, recently shared on LinkedIn:

“Last week, I was in Washington, D.C. meeting with federal policymakers to discuss some of Blue Shield of California’s key initiatives. I was met with enthusiasm regarding our efforts to reimagine the pharmacy care model to one that delivers streamlined, transparent, and affordable pharmacy and prescription drug services for our members. There was an eagerness and understanding to support our efforts and to encourage more transparency for pharmacy services.

The other area of discussion was California’s digital data-sharing mandate. With the deficit this year forecast to reach $2 trillion, policymakers understand that our current healthcare spending trend is unsustainable. Bringing health care into the digital age presents an opportunity to drive major efficiencies, improve the customer experience, and eliminate pain points like paper-based prior authorization.

I am encouraged by the reforms we are leading and our position as a health plan that is willing to take meaningful steps to create a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends and sustainably affordable for everyone.”

Source: Paul Markovich/LinkedIn