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Find it here first! Independent Health’s press releases, news and updates.
MARCH 24, 2025
Reddy Bikeshare celebrates major milestone
Reddy Bikeshare, in partnership with Independent Health, is excited to launch its 10th bikeshare season this week – a milestone that comes on the heels of a record-breaking 2024 season. It also marks 10 years of building a culture around health and active transportation in Western New York.
MARCH 20, 2025
Spring schedule for Independent Health’s Medicare Health Hub
As a way to make sure our Medicare Advantage plan members have the tools, resources and information they need to achieve better health, Independent Health is hosting a variety of health and wellness activities this spring at our Medicare Health Hub, which is located inside our Medicare Information Center at 620 Dick Road in Depew.
MARCH 5, 2025
Good for the Neighborhood returns for 2025, announces March/April events
Independent Health Foundation’s Good for The Neighborhood wellness events are back for 2025. These free events bring health-related training and tools to areas where access to health care is limited. The March and April schedule is now posted.
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2025
Mar 20, 2025
Spring schedule for Independent Health’s Medicare Health Hub
Independent Health is hosting a variety of health and wellness activities this spring at our Medicare Health Hub, which is located inside our Medicare Information Center at 620 Dick Road in Depew.
Mar 5, 2025
Good for the Neighborhood Returns in 2025 with Health and Wellness Events Across WNY
2024
Oct 31, 2024
Independent Health named one of the nation's best insurance companies for Medicare Advantage
Independent Health is the only Western New York health plan to earn this honor from U.S. News & World Report for six consecutive years.
Oct 1, 2024
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period begins October 15
Sep 16, 2024
Independent Health once again earns 5-Star rating from NCQA
Oct 31, 2024
Independent Health named one of the nation's best insurance companies for Medicare Advantage
Independent Health is the only Western New York health plan to earn this honor from U.S. News & World Report for six consecutive years.
Oct 1, 2024
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period begins October 15
Sep 16, 2024
Independent Health once again earns 5-Star rating from NCQA
May 29, 2024
National recognition for Independent Health
Independent Health has been ranked as the second highest health plan for member satisfaction in the New York region, according to the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Commercial Member Health Plan Study.
May 6, 2024
Bike Month 2024 presented by Independent Health
With May being National Bike Month, Western New Yorkers can win a prize pack and take part in exciting GObike events.
Apr 30, 2024
Variety of activities to be held at Independent Health’s Medicare Health Hub
As a way to make sure our Medicare Advantage plan members have the tools, resources and information they need to achieve better health, Independent Health is hosting a variety of health and wellness activities at our Medicare Health Hub, which is located inside our Medicare Information Center at 620 Dick Road in Depew.
Apr 26, 2024
Independent Health, Family of Companies Honored as Best Places to Work for in New York
As part of a program that identifies and honors the best places of employment throughout the state, Independent Health and its family of companies were recently recognized as one of the “Best Companies to Work for in New York” in each of their respective categories.
Apr 18, 2024
2023 Independent Health Foundation Annual Report released
In communities across the region, the Independent Health Foundation is helping to improve the health and well-being of Western New Yorkers through awareness, prevention and education programs focused on community health priorities.
Mar 28, 2024
Reddy Bikeshare launches ninth season
Mar 27, 2024
Spring Recess returns to Buffalo RiverWorks
Families looking for an affordable, fun, and healthy way to spend their spring break can enjoy free ice skating and roller skating at Buffalo RiverWorks from April 1-5. Presented by Independent Health, there are a variety of free and discounted activities available.
Feb 26, 2024
Healthy Options Restaurant Week returns March 4-10
Western New Yorkers will have the opportunity to try new restaurants, support local businesses, and positively impact their own health as part of this year’s Healthy Options Restaurant Week presented by the Independent Health Foundation, Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, Buffalo Urban League Young Professionals and the food delivery service appétit.
Feb 1, 2024
Medicare Health Hub is Back
Independent Health is always looking for more ways to help our Medicare Advantage plan members get and stay healthy. That’s why we’re excited to be back at our Medicare Health Hub, which is located inside our Medicare Information Center at 620 Dick Road in Depew.
Jan 29, 2024
Celebrating 5 Years of Health, Wellness and Community in Buffalo’s Broadway-Fillmore Neighborhood
Independent Health and Jericho Road Community Health Center have announced the renaming of its state-of-the art fitness facility, The Independent Health Gym and Wellness Center at Jericho Road, reaffirming its commitment to promoting health and well-being in East Buffalo.
2023
Dec 11, 2023
Transparency-Rx Welcomes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions as Newest Member
Transparency-Rx, a not-for-profit coalition led by transparent pharmacy benefit managers, announced that Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions (PBD) has joined as its latest member. Transparency-Rx’s growing coalition represents nearly 15 million lives across all 50 states. This membership enables PBD to collaborate on meaningful initiatives that empower patients and stakeholders across the health care spectrum.
Nov 13, 2023
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes our Medicare Advantage Plans
For the fifth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Independent Health to its annual list of the best health insurance companies offering Medicare Advantage coverage in the nation. Independent Health is the only health plan in Western New York to receive this prestigious recognition from U.S. News & World Report for 2024.
Oct 23, 2023
Step up to the Challenge
Grab your sneakers, a piece of fruit and a bottle of water. The Independent Health and Buffalo Bills Health & Wellness Challenge is back! The Buffalo Bills fe once again teaming up with Independent Health, its Official Health & Wellness Partner, to offer the Health & Wellness Challenge as a way to encourage Western New Yorkers to adopt healthy habits by offering them opportunities to win prizes.
Dec 11, 2023
Transparency-Rx Welcomes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions as Newest Member
Transparency-Rx, a not-for-profit coalition led by transparent pharmacy benefit managers, announced that Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions (PBD) has joined as its latest member. Transparency-Rx’s growing coalition represents nearly 15 million lives across all 50 states. This membership enables PBD to collaborate on meaningful initiatives that empower patients and stakeholders across the health care spectrum.
Nov 13, 2023
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes our Medicare Advantage Plans
For the fifth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Independent Health to its annual list of the best health insurance companies offering Medicare Advantage coverage in the nation. Independent Health is the only health plan in Western New York to receive this prestigious recognition from U.S. News & World Report for 2024.
Oct 23, 2023
Step up to the Challenge
Grab your sneakers, a piece of fruit and a bottle of water. The Independent Health and Buffalo Bills Health & Wellness Challenge is back! The Buffalo Bills fe once again teaming up with Independent Health, its Official Health & Wellness Partner, to offer the Health & Wellness Challenge as a way to encourage Western New Yorkers to adopt healthy habits by offering them opportunities to win prizes.
Oct 16, 2023
Independent Health is WNY’s only 5-Star Rated Medicare Advantage Plan for 2024
Oct 2, 2023
It’s time to get your RedShirt® Benefit Review
Sep 18, 2023
Independent Health is one of only two health plans in the nation to receive a rating of 5 out of 5 in NCQA’s commercial Health Plan Ratings 2023
Jun 6, 2023
Community Health Day to be held June 19
The Buffalo Museum of Science’s annual free admission day, Community Health Day sponsored by Independent Health, will take place on Monday, June 19, 2023. Many area schools will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday, giving everyone the opportunity to explore the Museum’s interactive exhibits and galleries at no cost.
May 30, 2023
Take your workout outside with Fitness in the Parks
May 1, 2023
Win a prize pack during National Bike Month
With May being National Bike Month, Independent Health is giving Western New Yorkers a chance to win a Bike Month Prize Pack.
Apr 26, 2023
Get rewarded for making healthy choices
Since 2014, the Bills have teamed up with Independent Health, its Official Health & Wellness Partner, to offer the Health & Wellness Challenge as a way to encourage people of all ages to adopt a healthy lifestyle and improve their overall well-being by offering them a chance to win prizes. Thousands of Western New Yorkers have participated over the years.
Apr 4, 2023
Reddy Bikeshare expands into State Parks in Niagara Falls
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