Ella...Ella...Elevance Health!

A recent episode of the “Healthcare Rethink” podcast, explored Elevance Health's innovative approach to Medicare Advantage. Host Brian Urban interviewed Jennifer Brooks Kaluza, the company’s Staff Vice President of Medicare Products and Implementation, who shared her unique journey and insights into the healthcare industry. Kaluza also highlighted Elevance Health's commitment to transforming Medicare services.

Kaluza timelined her career trajectory, from international relations to the healthcare sector, and her passion for serving underserved populations. She also discussed her transition from working in medical devices and food services to a leadership role in Medicare Advantage at Elevance Health. In her conversation with Urban, she shared her unique perspective on "food as medicine," to demonstrate the importance of addressing holistic health needs in healthcare.

Elevance Health is currently driving innovation in Medicare Advantage, particularly through its focus on supplemental benefits. Kaluza emphasized the importance of understanding members' needs and how to execute benefits. The segment even touched on various aspects of benefit design and implementation, discussing how personalization and addressing social determinants of health are key to the future of Medicare services. Elevance Health's approach showcases that healthcare companies can creatively address the complex needs of Medicare beneficiaries

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Subtitle: Jennifer Brooks Kaluza, Staff Vice President of Medicare Products at Elevance Health, discusses innovation in Medicare Advantage.

Tags: Healthcare Rethink, Brian Urban, Elevance Health, Jennifer Brooks Kaluza, Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage