
Dr. Martin Barandes, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Anthem, Inc., now operating as Elevance Health, is a prominent player in the American health insurance industry, having a well-established history dating back to its origins in the 1940s as a mutual insurance company. Over the decades, the company has undergone numerous mergers and transformations, particularly with the transformation from WellPoint Health Networks to Anthem after a strategic merger in 2004. This merger significantly positioned the company as a nationwide leader in the health insurance market. With its headquarters located in Indianapolis, Indiana, Anthem serves millions of members across various U.S. states through the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
Anthem is renowned for offering a comprehensive range of health insurance plans, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government programs. Its portfolio includes traditional Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans, Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans, and High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs), often paired with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Anthem also provides specialized plans for seniors through its Medicare offerings, including Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans. As an influential entity in the healthcare sector, Anthem continues to expand its services, focusing on innovation and technological integration to enhance the delivery of healthcare services and improve patient outcomes.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism