Hall of Fame Health Announces Two Game-Changing Additions

Continuing its mission to develop solutions that will make an impact not only in the health and wellness of former NFL players, but also in communities across the country, Hall of Fame Health today is announcing a new stand-alone entity to assist in the delivery of medical care and 11 founding members of its first Medical Advisory Board.

Hall of Fame Benefits: This new venture is a partnership between Hall of Fame Health and Key Benefit Administrators, the nation’s largest independent third-party benefits administrator, based in Indianapolis. Hall of Fame Benefits is launching a platform to assist former players and all others associated with the game in procuring comprehensive health insurance as well as other concierge-level assistance and services.

The aim of Hall of Fame Benefits is to be a comprehensive resource, guiding every step along the spectrum of care for the greater football community.  This not only includes assistance with insurance coverage, but also ensures access to care – including telemedicine and telehealth mental health services – navigation of providers, making sense of bills and helping patients in need secure financial assistance. The launch of this business comes perfectly timed with this fall’s open enrollment period only a few months away.

“Hall of Fame Benefits has been our primary focus from Day 1, as it’s hard to imagine a more impactful program for former players and their families,” said Jeremy Hogue, President and CEO of Sovereign Healthcare, the Hall’s partner in Hall of Fame Health. “Getting insurance coverage, and having experts assist with making sure it’s the right coverage, and then providing unparalleled support throughout the year – it’s going to make a big difference in the lives of a lot of people. And our hope is that this is just the beginning, as we have plans to greatly expand our options for former players in the years to come.”

In addition to serving former players, Hall of Fame Benefits also will seek to leverage the pioneering programs it has developed and market them to employers and others seeking the best in health and employee benefits. Hall of Fame Health is working with many NFL legends – not only members of the Hall of Fame – to take these offerings to market.

“The Hall of Fame stands for excellence,” said David Baker, President and CEO of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, “and we are confident Hall of Fame Benefits will help former players – and eventually employees and all fans – achieve excellence in their health care.”

Hall of Fame Health Advisory Board: Additionally, Hall of Fame Health has assembled its first Medical Advisory Board, an 11-member panel with world-renowned experts in fields ranging from orthopedic surgery to concussion protocol to behavioral health.  Many have extensive tenure in caring for NFL players and teams and have been well-known leaders within the football community. They are:

• Dr. Andrew Dossett, Board Chairman; Orthopedic Spine Surgeon; Dallas
• Dr. James Andrews; Orthopedic Surgeon; Gulf Breeze, Fla.
• Ronnie Barnes; Athletic Trainer; East Rutherford, N.J.
• Dr. Stanley Herring; Sports Medicine/Concussion; Seattle
• Dr. Andrew Heyman; Integrative Medicine; Washington, D.C.
• Dr. Rob Heyer; Internal Medicine; Charlotte, N.C.
• Dr. Kenneth Kenyhercz; Internal/Sports Medicine; Tampa, Fla.
• Dr. Michael Rich; Psychiatry/Behavioral Health; Canton, Ohio
• Dr. Thomas Sonnanstine; General/Bariatric Surgeon; Columbus, Ohio
• Dr. John Small; Orthopedic Spine Surgeon; Tampa, Fla.
• Dr. Eugene Yim; Internal/Sports Medicine; Newport Beach, Calif.

“I have been a “football guy” since I was 6 years old. As an orthopedic surgeon, I have had the privilege of being an NFL team doctor for the past 20 years,” said Dr. Andrew Dossett, Board Chairman. Now, as part of Hall of Fame Health, my focus will be on the health care of the men that have entertained me for the past 50 years. That will be my privilege. The other members of our Medical Advisory Board share that commitment.”