#116 - The Truth About the Proposed BCBS Sale w/ Sen. Jeremy Stine
Chris and Danielle tackle a critical decision for Blue Cross Blue Shield policyholders with Sen. Jeremy Stine: its proposed sale to scandal-ridden Elevance. How bad can it really be for Louisiana’s citizens, and is it too late to stop it?
SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:
ACTION ITEMS:
- If you are a BCBS policyholder, vote NO and be sure to return your ballot!
- Ensure your friends and family members are aware of the terrible reputation of Elevance - formerly Anthem, Inc.
- Text them a link to this episode.
- Show up or tune in to the Monday Joint Oversight Committee Hearing on the Senate website. Details for the hearing are here: https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/Agenda.aspx?m=5508
- Attend the public comment session at the Department of Insurance on Feb 14-15. Details here: https://ldi.la.gov/bcbs-hearing-public-comments-dec2023
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KEY POINTS:
- Danielle touches on the learnings from today’s scripture (02:39)
- The State of Freedom welcomes Sen. Stine (04:11)
- An overview of the situation (04:40)
- Why is it happening (06:07)
- The changes and their impact (07:46)
- Concerns on Elevance (11:54)
- Why the deal is terrible for Louisiana (16:58)
- The other angle to the matter (19:27)
- How people can shine a light and ask questions (23:51)
- What can the citizenry do to intercede (27:37)
- State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (30:51)
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CREDITS:
Music by MarkJuly from Pixaby
Sound effects by Pixaby
Produced by Podcasting Pros