Barbara Philips

Barbara Philips is a seasoned healthcare professional with extensive experience in nursing and health services management. Currently serving as Team Lead Manager of Health Services Care Management at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield since November 2022, Barbara previously held roles as Personal Health Nurse at Avera Health Plans and Director of Nursing at both Midwest Health Solutions and Armor Correctional Health Services. Barbara's diverse background includes positions in community immunization education, case management, and chronic disease management, with a focus on patient care, staff development, and regulatory compliance. Barbara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Nursing from Augustana University and has participated in numerous speaker training programs to educate healthcare professionals on vaccination and disease management.