Independence Blue Cross has appointed Heidi J. Syropoulos, MD, a geriatrician, to a newly created role as medical director of government markets — an area within Independence that focuses on medical offerings, prescription drug coverage and special state-subsidized programs for Medicare-eligible individuals.
Here are five things to know about Dr. Syropoulos.
1. In her new role, she will analyze emerging health trends that impact the Medicare- eligible population, according to a news release. Her goal will be to formulate recommendations and develop interventions that enhance the benefits Independence offers these individuals.
2. At Independence, Dr. Syropoulos will also work actively in strategy development around care management, prescription drug coverage and other operational activities.
3. Prior to joining Independence, Dr. Syropoulos was the lead physician in the Complex Care Program for Cigna-HealthSpring, a division of Cigna that serves Medicare and Medicaid enrollees. In that role, she directed a population health management interdisciplinary team.
4. She has also previously served as a staff physician and medical director of long term care for Erickson Health Medical Group, a retirement health network with locations in 10 states, and section chief of the Primary Care Network at Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia.
5. She earned her medical degree from University of Minnesota, based in Minneapolis.
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