Updated: 2:24 PM PDT April 17, 2021
PORTLAND, Ore. Although receiving a COVID-19 shot is free for anyone in the U.S., providers are asking people to present insurance to help pay other costs.
Angela Dowling is president of Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon. She explained the government pays for the vaccine doses, and insurance can help with the rest. For those providers there helping you get the shot, the people who are putting the shot in your arm, there is a cost for administration, Dowling said.
Presenting insurance at a clinic or vaccination site allows those medical providers to be reimbursed for their time and resources.
Regence BlueShield announces new President: Claire Verity Regence BlueShield | Mar 15, 2021
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Verity will continue Regence’s success in Washington, bringing more than 20 years of industry experience, particularly in sales and business development, and a deep understanding of Washington and the Pacific Northwest. She was most recently president and CEO of a national health plan in the Pacific Northwest, where she drove record membership and revenue growth.
“Claire’s understanding of the Washington health care landscape and her growth mindset make her the right leader at the right time for Regence,” said Angela Dowling, chief revenue officer. “She will continue our commitment to providing high-quality care at an affordable price for Regence’s members in Washington.”