Media Coverage

2025

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce  Banner|Aetna was put in the spotlight for supporting thousands of members in reversing their Type 2 diabetes.

American Journal of Managed Care  John Byrnes highlights how stronger payer-provider partnerships and smarter data use can improve patient care, access, and affordability.

Greater Phoenix InBusiness  Banner|Aetna’s new COO John Byrnes was highlighted.

AHIP Solutions SmartBrief  Banner|Aetna celebrates three years of diabetes reversal success with Virta Health.

Becker’s Payer Issues  Aetna executive becomes Banner|Aetna COO.

Becker’s Healthcare Payer Issues Podcast  Banner|Aetna COO John Byrnes discusses advancing value-based care in Arizona.

Phoenix Business Journal  John Byrnes was featured in the publication’s “People on the Move” section.

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce  Banner|Aetna recognized for achievements in diabetes reversal.

Health Insurance Plan News  Banner|Aetna was praised for its three-year collaboration with Virta Health.

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce  New COO fills out C-suite.

Health Insurance Plan News  Banner|Aetna names new COO.

CityBiz  John Byrnes becomes COO.

Hertel Report  Banner|Aetna announces new leadership.

Becker’s Payer Issues  Philip Randall contributed his insight on the future of the healthcare industry.

Becker’s Payer Issues Roundtable  Director of Population Health & Community Programs, Philip Randall, will serve as a panelist.

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce  Banner|Aetna announced performance network enhancements.

Becker’s Payer Issues  Phillip Randall shared how Banner|Aetna is growing its health programs.

Phoenix Business Journal  Victoria Coley became CEO.

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce  Victoria Coley appointed as CEO of Banner|Aetna.

Phoenix Business Journal  New CEO, Victoria Coley, joined Banner|Aetna.

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce  Former Banner|Aetna CEO, Tom Grote, announced retirement.

Fierce Healthcare  Banner|Aetna introduces new CEO, following the retirement of Tom Grote.

Becker’s Payer Issues  Banner|Aetna named new CEO.

HealthIt Answers  Banner|Aetna CEO announcement mentioned in January news recap.

Becker’s Payer Issues  Philip Randall discusses his plans for leadership development in this article.

2024

American Journal of Managed Care Banner|Aetna event was named a top resource in 2024.

Digital Health Talks Dr. Groves spoke about Banner|Aetna’s Type 2 diabetes reversal program in this podcast.

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves cochaired an event concerning cardiac care.

Fierce Health Payer Summit Tom Grote was invited to sit on a panel at the November event.

Healthcare Innovation Summit Dr. Groves shared his expertise in a fireside chat which was recapped in this blog.

Becker’s Healthcare Joanne Mizell contributed her thoughts on her Q3/Q4 priorities ahead of the Becker’s Payer Issues Roundtable event.

Ranking Arizona Banner|Aetna was named one of the top insurance companies in the state.

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves served as co-chair to a recent panel; his perspectives are shared in this article.

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Joanne Mizell discussed Banner|Aetna’s initiatives to improve the member experience.

Pima County Sheriff’s Department podcast Ray Brandenburg promoted PCSD’s Badges and Backpack Fun Fiesta.

AZ Central Banner|Aetna was recognized as a Top Workplace in Arizona.

Healthcare Innovation Summit Dr. Groves spoke at the Denver summit on the unique culture of Banner|Aetna.

Becker’s speaking series Tom Grote contributed his insights on payer executives’ biggest investments in 2024.

American Journal of Managed Care Institute for Value Based Medicine Dr. Groves to co-chair the value-based medicine event.

AZ Big Media Joanne Mizell named 2024 Champion of Change healthcare leader of the year.

mHealthIntelligence Tom Grote, amongst fellow thought leaders, discussed the signals of telehealth 2.0 models at the American Telemedicine Association conference.

Daily Independent Joanne reflected on the local inclusion of women in celebration of International Women’s Day.

State of Arizona Health Policy Reform Conference Tom Grote shared his insights on evaluating the state of health care coverage.

Becker’s Healthcare webinar Dr Groves articulated his thoughts on how to advance value-based care models in this panel-style webinar.

Healthcare Innovation Rocky Mountain Summit Dr. Groves to speak at the upcoming summit.

Becker’s Healthcare 14^th Annual Meeting Tom Grote vocalized his thoughts on value-based care amongst others in a panel at this meeting.

Healthcare Innovation Southeast Summit CEO Tom Grote to serve as a keynote speaker at the upcoming summit.

Becker’s Healthcare Spring Payers Issue Roundtable Dr. Groves expressed his thoughts on AI and chronic care management in two panels at the conference.

Lenovo AI webinar Dr. Groves shared his insight on the potential of AI technologies in health care.

AZ Business Joanne Mizell featured as healthcare leader of the year.

Becker’s Healthcare Spring Payers Issue Roundtable Tom Grote spoke alongside other CEOs about rethinking health care business models.

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves discussed whether health systems should invest in SDoH.

Becker’s Healthcare speaking series COO Joanne Mizell was featured in this article series on the evolution of the payer workforce.

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Joanne Mizell named among 2024 Outstanding Women in Business.

American Journal of Managed Care Institute for Value Based Medicine Dr. Groves will serve as a co-chair in the upcoming event.

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves served as a co-moderator of this American Journal of Managed Care event.

Bright Spots in Healthcare podcast Dr. Groves discussed chronic condition management in this webinar.

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Tom Grote shared Banner|Aetna’s growth strategy and new technologies in this podcast.

AZ Big Media Tom Grote was featured as one of the state’s most brilliant health care innovators.

Becker’s Healthcare Tom Grote, Joanne Mizell and Dr. Groves shared changes that generated favorable results.

Phoenix Business Journal 2024 Most Outstanding Woman Joanne Mizell was named an Outstanding Woman in Business.

Becker’s Healthcare Dr. Groves shared Dan Keller’s insights on payer growth strategies in this article.

AZ Big Media Dr. Groves was named to the 100 Best Doctors in Arizona list.

Becker's Payer Issues Podcast Tom Grote expressed Banner|Aetna’s growth strategy for the upcoming year on this podcast.

Best Companies AZ 2023 Top Companies to Work for in AZ Banner|Aetna was named a Top Companies to Work for in Arizona.

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Banner|Aetna was recognized for being named a Top Company to Work for in Arizona.

Hertel Report Banner|Aetna was highlighted for a recent award.

Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Banner|Aetna was named a Top Company to Work for in Arizona by BestCompaniesAZ for its workplace culture and innovative focus.

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves explained the challenges associated with the Social Determinants of Health.

Becker’s Healthcare Dr. Groves spoke to health care trends.

AZ Business Who’s Who in Healthcare CEO Tom Grote was selected as a 2023 Arizona Business Leader.

AZ Business Who’s Who in Healthcare Dr. Groves was selected as a 2023 Arizona Business Leader.

Fierce Health Payer Summit CEO spoke on managing employers’ expectations on health plans at the inaugural event.

Becker's Healthcare 14th Annual Meeting CEO Tom Grote to speak about value-based care on a panel at the annual meeting.

Becker's Payer Issues Roundtable November 2023 CMO Dr. Groves discussed chronic care, as well as health system-owned health plans.

Becker's Payer Issues Roundtable November 2023 Tom Grote spoke on the top issues for health plan CEOs.

Becker’s Healthcare speaking series Dr. Groves’ shared his opinion on health equity in this article.

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast COO Joanne Mizell’s podcast feature highlighted her background and experience at Banner|Aetna.

AZ Big Media COO Joanne Mizel was featured as a Most Influential Woman.

Modern Healthcare Banner|Aetna was named a Top Innovator by Modern Healthcare.

Hubbard Radio Banner|Aetna’s IFP plans were featured in this episode of Valley Focus.

Becker’s Payer Issues Banner|Aetna’s individual and family plans were highlighted in this round up article.

Becker’s Payer Issues Roundtable Dr. Groves was interviewed on-site at the Becker’s Chicago event.

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Tom Grote described his experience and organization direction ahead of the event.

Hertel Report Banner|Aetna was put in the spotlight for the organization’s Modern Healthcare Top Innovator award.

Fierce Healthcare Joanne Mizell was featured after being named a 2023 Woman of Influence.

AzBusiness Tom Grote was highlighted as a health care industry leader.

Phoenix Magazine Tom Grote was named to the Great 48 list in the health care category.

AzBusiness Dr. Groves was featured as a health care leader on the provider list.

BestCompaniesAZ Banner|Aetna was named a top small company to work for in Arizona

Modern Healthcare Banner|Aetna was named a “Top Innovator” organization for the company’s ability to employ creative strategies and achieve concrete results in the health care industry

AZ Big Media COO Joanne Mizell was named to the “Most Influential Women in Arizona of 2023” list

AzBusiness Joanne Mizell was featured in the July/August edition of the magazine for her “Most Influential Women in Arizona of 2023” achievement

Becker’s Payer Issues Dr. Groves shared his advice for future leaders in the health care industry in Becker’s speaker series

Women We Admire Joanne was named to the Top Women Leaders for 2023 list

Becker’s Payer Issues Podcast Dr. Groves discussed the programs and initiatives of Banner|Aetna in this Becker’s Healthcare podcast

AZ Big Media Joanne Mizell was recognized for her dedication to the health care industry

Healthcare Partnership Network (HPN) Dr. Groves contributed his insight as a keynote speaker on sustainable and equitable health care at the HPN Miami conference

Arizona Capitol Times Joanne was named a Women Achiever of Arizona in the health care category

News 4 Tucson - KVOA Banner|Aetna sponsored the Pima County Sheriff's Department’s 'Badges and Backpacks' event

Tucson.com Banner|Aetna teamed up with the Pima County Sheriff's Department to provide 2,700 free backpacks and school supplies for kids

The Groves Connection Dr. Groves sat down with Lenovo Executive Director, Paul Battle, in the AJMC studio

ACO & Payer Leadership Summit Dr. Groves spoke about advancing innovation in value-based care at the invitation-only summit

AZ Big Media Joanne Mizell was recognized as a 2023 Most Influential Women in Arizona

Women We Admire Joanne was named a top women leader in Arizona

Trilliant Health Dr. Groves gave his input on The Compass, a publication read by C-suite executives across all segments of health

Becker’s Payer Issues Dr. Groves discussed his thoughts on the biggest misconceptions about payers

Phoenix Business Journal Banner|Aetna was ranked as one of the largest PPO health insurance companies in Arizona

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves explores payment reform and rising oncology drug costs in this evidence-based oncology journal

Phoenix Business Journal CEO Tom Grote shared his experiences over the course of his career after being named a 2023 Most Admired Leader

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Tom Grote discusses what effective health care leaders need to be successful in the coming years

Prime Health Dr. Groves spoke at the 10th Annual Colorado Health Innovation Summit on telemedicine

Becker’s Hospital Review Joanne Mizell discusses how Banner|Aetna is breaking down data silos

Becker’s Payer Issues Dr. Groves answers the question, “How will AI change the payer industry?”

Az Big Media Champions of Change Tom Grote was a finalist for health care leader of the year

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Dr. Groves explains his career journey in this podcast

Phoenix Business Journal 2023 Most Admired Leaders CEO Tom Grote was announced as a winner in the esteemed award program

Greater Phoenix InBusiness Tom Grote states the importance of collaboration in the healthcare industry and how it has worked for Banner|Aetna

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves explains how outcomes from Type 2 diabetes reversal program are tracked

AZ Big Media’s 2023 Champions of Change award Tom Grote is a finalist for this award, recognizing dynamic innovators who are changing Arizona’s business landscape

Outcomes Rocket podcast Joanne Mizell shares the importance of collaboration between health systems and payers

Greater Phoenix InBusiness Tom Grote is featured as April’s guest editor

Inspiring Women podcast Joanne Mizell discusses health care complexity with a new care delivery model

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Groves highlights Virta Health and its diabetes reversal results

Slice of Healthcare podcast COO Joanne Mizell discusses her ideal innovation to help lower health care costs

10th-Annual Phoenix Business Journal Mentoring Monday event Joanne Mizell shared her career insights at the Phoenix Business Journal event

Collision Point podcast Dr. Groves discusses how tech, like AI and predictive analytics, can improve population health

Phoenix Business Journal Banner|Aetna is featured in this article on prescription drugs

Transcarent to Acquire 98point6 Tom Grote commented on the acquisition, stating Banner|Aetna will continue offering 98point6 to members

8^th Annual Becker’s Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Joanne Mizell to speak on a panel at the upcoming event

Bright Spots in Healthcare podcast Joanne Mizell describes Banner|Aetna’s uniqueness and approach to whole person care

Bright Spots in Healthcare videocast Joanne Mizell joins Eric Glazer in a discussion rethinking whole person care

American Journal of Managed Care Updates in Value-Based Cancer Care Dr. Groves cochaired this insightful panel, sharing the latest in value-based cancer care

The Hertel Report Banner|Aetna’s Tom Grote speaks to Medicaid redetermination efforts (login required)

Ranking Arizona: Top 8 Health Insurance Companies Banner|Aetna was named a top health insurance company in the 2023 edition

Becker’s Payer Roundtable Dr. Groves to speak at industry conference on what is next for value-based care and digital transformation

Healthcare IT Today podcast Joanne Mizell breaks down the frictionless billing initiative and shares insight on key health care topics

Becker’s Payer Roundtable Tom Grote to address where payer-health system relationships are headed

Collision Point podcast Dr. Groves discusses how technologies like artificial intelligence and predictive analytics can improve population health

AJMC Evidence-Based Oncology Journal Dr. Groves joined a panel focused on improving population health

Becker’s Women’s Leadership podcast COO Joanne Mizell featured in healthcare podcast

AHIP Executive Leadership Summit Tom Grote to participate in influential leadership summit

Becker’s Healthcare Outlook for Healthcare 2023 Dr. Groves participated in industry discussion

The Executive podcast Joanne Mizell featured in executive profile podcast

Becker’s Healthcare Inflation Roundtable Dr. Groves participated in discussion on how inflation will drive health plan strategy

Greater Phoenix InBusiness COO Joanne Mizell and the frictionless billing program are highlighted

AzBusiness Leaders award Tom Grote named a top business leader for 2023

Healthcare Innovation article Banner|Aetna is highlighted as a “pioneering superstructure”

Healthcare Business Today COO Joanne Mizell and the frictionless billing program are featured

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Tom Grote on how local employers can benefit from innovative health insurance models

2022

Society of Healthcare Innovation podcast Dr. Groves of Banner|Aetna featured in “Healthcare Reimagined” podcast

Advisory Board Banner|Aetna featured in value-based care

HealthPayerIntelligence Banner|Aetna COO Joanne Mizell and its frictionless billing program featured

Hubbard Radio Tom Grote and Banner|Aetna’s ACA exchange plans are featured in local Valley Focus radio show (starts at 20:10)

CBS Banner|Aetna’s partnership with Virta Health helps member reverse diabetes diagnosis

Healthcare Financial Management Association Banner|Aetna is featured in this “Healthcare 2030” payvider trends report

Healthcare Finance News Banner|Aetna’s partnership with Type 2 reversal program noted

Fort Morgan Times Banner|Aetna member is featured in this article on diabetes reversal

AZ Central Banner|Aetna’s ACA exchange plans noted

Becker’s Payer Issues Banner|Aetna ACA plan expansion highlighted

The Hertel Report ACA open enrollment announcement includes Banner|Aetna

HealthPayerIntelligence Banner|Aetna streamlines bill format to improve medical billing

MedCity News Banner|Aetna’s frictionless billing program featured

American Heart Association CEO Tom Grote named 2022 American Heart Association Executive Volunteer of the Year by the Phoenix American Heart Association

Becker’s Payer Issues Banner|Aetna COO Joanne Mizell featured in new program announcement

MedCity News Banner|Aetna frictionless billing program announcement featured

Greater Phoenix InBusiness Banner|Aetna new billing program highlighted

2021

Banner Health Tom Grote, CEO of Banner|Aetna, shares top 2022 open enrollment facts

The American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Robert Groves, CMO of Banner|Aetna shares insights on utilization management in psoriasis treatment

AZ Central CEO Tom Grote’s op-ed addresses “Why are there still 800,000 uninsured Arizonans when no- and low-cost options exist?”

Healthcare Innovation Southwest Summit Dr. Robert Groves, CMO of Banner|Aetna, shares how Banner|Aetna is leading the way on payer/provider collaboration

AZ Central Banner|Aetna announces consumers and their families can now enroll in affordable, quality health plans via the Individual Health Insurance Exchange through January 15, 2022

American Heart Association Webinar Dr. Robert Groves, CMO of Banner|Aetna presents community educational session focused on strokes

AristaMD Telehealth Conference 2021 CMO Dr. Robert Groves of Banner|Aetna delivered a keynote on the future of knowledge management and digitally enable patient care

Becker’s Annual Health IT + Revenue Cycle Conference Dr. Robert Groves of Banner|Aetna spoke during the keynote panel about the best ideas today in telehealth, mobile health and digital transformation

Moonshots for Health Conference CMO Dr. Robert Groves recently participated in a panel discussion “From Hospital to Home-Based Care” on what innovations still need refinement before more patients can be treated at home

American Journal of Managed Care Dr. Robert Groves, CMO of Banner|Aetna, spoke about how health systems can use psychographics to help patients change behaviors at the Patient-Centered Oncology Care Conference

Health Equity Now CMO Dr. Robert Groves discusses what health insurers can do to help rebuild trust in the health system in this video podcast.

Healthinsurance.org This consumer health information site included the announcement that Banner|Aetna will be offering affordable, quality health plans to consumers and their families in Maricopa, Pinal and Pima counties via the Individual Health Insurance Exchange.

Phoenix Business Journal Banner|Aetna CEO Tom Grote is quoted about our decision to join the individual health insurance exchange beginning in 2022

Valley Focus (KDUS-AM) Banner|Aetna CEO Tom Grote and Catherine Gaffigan, MD, President of Arizona and Northwest Markets at Aetna talk about the significance of the individual market exchange for consumers and the benefits offered through Banner|Aetna’s new plans on Hubbard Radio Phoenix’s public affairs show

2020

AZ Central Telehealth advanced by a decade in just one month of the coronavirus pandemic

AZ Big Media Hometown Heroes: Banner|Aetna delivers snack drops at 13 Valley hospitals

Tucson.com Sheriff's Department hosts drive-thru backpack, school supply giveaway

Tucson.com Giving Back in Southern Arizona

2019

In Business Magazine

AZBM Market Spotlight

On the move at Banner|Aetna, UA, Mission of Mercy, GCP, WESTMARC, Platinum

Jon Dingledine – People on the Move

2019 Arizona Healthcare Leaders of the Year

Workplace Wellness

Banner|Aetna utilizes AI in new virtual care option

Banner|Aetna Selects 98point6 as Virtual Primary Care Solution

Your doctor is a text away: Banner Aetna insurer brings AI to Arizona enrollees

Banner Health and Aetna partner to create new primary care service

Banner|Aetna introduce virtual care app

Banner Health adopts new point-of-care platform

98point6 inks deal with health plan Banner|Aetna

Virtual primary care startup 98point6 collaborates with health plan Banner|Aetna

98point6 supports Banner|Aetna's members

The big unlock podcast with guest Thomas Grote

Health Care Heroes 2019 Innovator finalists: Dr. Robert Groves

Determining the right healthcare plan for your business

2018

Phoenix-based Banner|Aetna expands into Pima County

Banner|Aetna Expands into Pima County New Health Plan’s Revolutionary Model Offered Statewide

On the move at Sundt, FH, JSH, Banner|Aetna, Vixxo

On the move at Banner|Aetna, MEB Management

Joint Banner Health-Aetna health plan names COO

Joanne Mizell Named COO by Banner|Aetna

Joanne Mizell – People on the Move

Jason Renne – People on the Move

Joint Banner Health-Aetna health plan names COO – Becker’s Hospital Review

Joanne Mizell named COO by Banner|Aetna

Banner|Aetna names Joanne Mizell as COO

2017

Banner Aetna built better member experience

Banner|Aetna appoints two executives to C-Suite team