Press Releases

BOSTON, September 15, 2023 – In response to the state of emergency declared in Maine due to Hurricane Lee, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for...

BOSTON, September 13, 2023 – In response to flooding in Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue...

BOSTON, September 5, 2023 – In response to wildfires in Washington, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross...

For every ride taken on Bluebikes in September, Blue Cross will donate $1 to the Boston Tree Alliance program as part of health plan's sustainability commitment BOSTON, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/...

BOSTON, August 31, 2023 – In response to Hurricane Idalia, which has led the governors of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina to declare states of emergency, Blue Cross Blue...

BOSTON — August 31, 2023 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced that small employers and individual policyholders who were covered in 2022 under a Blue Cross...

BOSTON, August 30, 2023 – In response to severe weather in Florida and Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be...

BOSTON – August 30, 2023 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“Blue Cross”) announced today that it has received the Brand Innovation Award from the Blue Cross Blue Shield...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today confirmed it will cover, with no cost share to members in Massachusetts, the overdose reversal medication Narcan for over-the-counter...

Paul Long has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") as the nonprofit health plan's chief consumer experience officer. Long will oversee consumer experience strategy, market...

BOSTON, August 21, 2023 – In response to severe weather in California and Nevada, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be...

BOSTON — August 15, 2023 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (together, Blue Cross) today reported a combined...

BOSTON, August 15, 2023 – In response to wildfires in Hawaii and Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue...

BOSTON, August 14, 2023 – In response to extreme heat in Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross...

BOSTON – August 7, 2023 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (“Blue Cross”) recently hosted a pitch day event to culminate its 2023 Health Equity Business Accelerator...

The state's largest health plan is also hosting a free Bluebikes Spin Class as part of "Mindful Mondays" to celebrate National Wellness Month BOSTON, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of...

(FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS – JULY 26, 2023) — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Fall River, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced a partnership to bring an...

BOSTON – July 26, 2023 – For the fourth consecutive year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named a ‘Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion,’ scoring 100%...

BOSTON, July 20, 2023 – In response to severe weather in Kentucky, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross...

In response to severe weather in Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 10,500...

In response to severe weather in New York and Vermont, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than...

(LEE, MASSACHUSETTS – JUNE 30, 2023) — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), the Town of Lee, Lee Public Schools and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced a...

In response to severe weather in Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 5,000...

Seasoned health care executive will lead strategic direction of health plan's commercial business BOSTON, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- David Corkum has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of...

State's leading health plan continues to expand provider network, virtual care options and mental health resources to meet growing member needs BOSTON, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue...

BOSTON – June 2, 2023 ––In response to the news of the abrupt closure of all Compass Medical practices, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") released the following...

For every ride taken on a Pride-themed bike in June, Blue Cross will donate $1 to Fenway Health to support LGBTQIA+ health care BOSTON , June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Pride Month,...

Company invested $13.2 million dollars in financial, volunteer, and in-kind support to MA-based not-for-profits in 2022 BOSTON, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Points of Light, the world's...

MALDEN, MA – May 23, 2023— Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), City of Malden, Malden Public Schools and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced a partnership to...

More than half of members now receive care from providers participating in health plan's equity-focused payment contracts BOSTON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of...

State's leading health plan adds new physician groups to increase access to convenient, affordable care and to help combat primary care shortage BOSTON, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross...

BOSTON — May 15, 2023 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (together, Blue Cross) today reported a combined...

Riders will also receive a complimentary Bluebikes Adventure Pass to share with a friend, and top 10 riders who log the most miles in May will win free annual memberships, courtesy of BCBSMA...

In response to flooding in Utah, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 10,500 members living...

In response to flooding in Florida, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 5,500 members living...

In response to a federal appeals court ruling regarding restrictions on access to mifepristone, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") released the following statement: "As a...

In response to severe weather in Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 3,500 members...

In response to severe weather in Kentucky and Missouri, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than...

In response to U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor's ruling to invalidate a major provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requiring free preventive care services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of...

In response to severe weather in Georgia and Mississippi, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more...

In response to severe weather in New Jersey and New York, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more...

(BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – March 8, 2023) — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today announced the second year of a statewide sponsorship...

In response to severe weather in California, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 17,000...

BOSTON – March 1, 2023 – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (together, “Blue Cross”) today reported a combined...

Community leader and affordable housing advocate provides unique expertise to Massachusetts' leading health plan BOSTON, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Vanessa Calderón-Rosado has been elected...

In response to ice storms in Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 12,500 members...

In response to severe weather in Arkansas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 3,100 members...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is providing $300,000 to support heating assistance across Massachusetts – especially critical as temperatures are expected to drop below...

In response to severe weather in Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than 8,500 members...

In response to severe weather in Alabama and Georgia, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than...

Dr. Debbie Peikes has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") as vice president of measurement and evaluation. In her new role, Peikes is responsible for broadening and...

In response to severe winter storms in California, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who may be affected. Blue Cross has more than...

In response to the blizzard that struck New York, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who live in affected communities. Blue Cross has...

Blue Cross MA partners with GenUnity to launch new community leadership program in honor of outgoing CEO BOSTON, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Andrew Dreyfus, president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue...

State's leading health plan partners with medical community to address inequities in care BOSTON, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today...

In response to tornados that struck Texas and Oklahoma, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members who live in affected communities. Blue Cross...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is proud to be named a 2022 WorkWell Massachusetts Awards program winner in the large group category for exemplary worksite health promotion....

State's leading health plan expands care options to meet unprecedented demand BOSTON, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New data released today by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue...

With the holiday season approaching and AAA predicting heavy holiday travel, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (Blue Cross) is urging everyone to get their flu vaccines and...

BOSTON — November 15, 2022 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (Blue Cross) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. today reported a combined after-tax...

Company announces new climate action goals and $770,000 in environmental justice grants BOSTON, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced...

In anticipation of a disaster being declared in Florida due to Subtropical Storm Nicole, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members across all...

At annual Summit, Coalition announces increased focus on research and partnerships BOSTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Massachusetts Coalition for Serious Illness Care (Coalition) today...

Offerings include expanded access to virtual and in-person care, no- and low-cost pharmacy benefits, new digital solutions, and interactive chronic condition management programs BOSTON, Nov. 1, 2022 /

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is cautioning members to be vigilant, as scams offering free durable medical equipment (DME) and pharmacy products are on the rise. "While...

Medford Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn and Malden City Councilor Stephen Winslow joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Lyft for celebratory event MEDFORD, Mass., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/...

Medicare beneficiaries have until Dec. 7 to choose one of Blue Cross' highly rated, affordable Medicare Advantage plans [i] BOSTON, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For 2023, Blue Cross Blue Shield...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced the completion of a proof-of-concept pilot called "FastPass," an automated prior authorization process from end-to-end,...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) again has been named one of the top health plans in the country, according to the nation's authority on health plan quality. The National...

The New England Employee Benefits Council (NEEBC) is leveraging its board to strengthen and reimagine its mission and content. As a leading source of unbiased employee benefits and total rewards...

Riders will also receive a complimentary Bluebikes code to share with a friend, courtesy of Blue Cross' "Take a ride, Give a ride" program BOSTON, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of...

In anticipation of a disaster declaration being declared in Maryland due to Tropical Storm Ian, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members across...

In response to the states of emergency declared in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia in anticipation of Hurricane Ian, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue...

Since Service Day's inception in 2011, Blue Cross has contributed nearly $11 million of value to local not-for-profits through this annual volunteer day BOSTON, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --...

Funds will support initiatives aimed at reducing inequities in hypertension and diabetes care, improving data collection, and more BOSTON, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute for...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross MA") is introducing a new virtual primary care option starting Jan. 1, 2023. The new "Virtual Care Team Feature" enables members to receive...

Blue Cross Blue Shield continues commitment to sustainability, encouraging residents to lead environmentally healthier lifestyles through complimentary access to public bike share system BOSTON,...

Salem Mayor Kimberley Driscoll and Salem State President John Keenan joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Lyft for celebratory event SALEM, Mass. , Sept.14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The...

Only inflation and housing costs outpaced health care costs as a leading challenge BOSTON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The cost of health care, not the COVID-19 pandemic, is now the top health...

The Board of Directors of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) has selected Sarah Iselin as the company's new president and chief executive officer. Iselin, the company's first female...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced a collaboration with VillageMD, which is a fast growing national provider of value-based primary care services through its...

BOSTON — August 22, 2022 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced that small employers and individual policyholders who were covered in 2021 under a Blue Cross...

Additional valet service creates more capacity at some of the busiest stations and complements City of Boston's free 30-day pass offer BOSTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help support Metro...

Dr. Karl Laskowski has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) as vice president and medical director of clinical programs and strategy. In his new role, Laskowski is...

BOSTON — August 15, 2022 — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. (Blue Cross) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. today reported a combined after-tax...

For the third consecutive year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion,' scoring 100% on the Disability Equality Index...

Riders can enjoy complimentary passes as part of "Mindful Mondays" throughout National Wellness Month, courtesy of Blue Cross BOSTON, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National...

BOSTON (July 20, 2022) – In recognition of International Self-Care Day and to continue focusing attention on mental health awareness and overall wellbeing within its communities, Blue Cross Blue...

The City of Boston, Greater Boston YMCA, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA and Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon partner to increase water safety in Boston communities BOSTON, July 12,...

In response to today's Supreme Court decision in the case of Dobbs vs. Jackson Women's Health Organization, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) released the following statement: "As a...

Company invested $41.7 million dollars in financial, volunteer, and in-kind support to MA-based not-for-profits in 2021 BOSTON, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Points of Light, the world's...

For every ride on a Pride-themed bike in June, Bluebikes title sponsor Blue Cross will donate $1 to Fenway Health, in support of LGBTQ+ health care BOSTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In...

State's leading private health plan is among first in nation to launch a Nudge Unit to empower members and clinicians to improve health care decision making BOSTON, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --...

For the sixth year in a row, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") has been named the top health plan in Massachusetts for member satisfaction by J.D. Power, a global expert in...

Program provides funding, mentorship to startups founded by entrepreneurs of color "Pitch days" help companies attract potential customers and investors BOSTON, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In...

BOSTON — May 13, 2022 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. today reported a combined after-tax first quarter...

New partnerships increase access to primary mental health services and specialized care for OCD, serious mental illness, trauma, and substance use disorders Mental health provider network tops...

Jake Biscoglio has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) as senior vice president of commercial products & customer solutions. In his new role at Blue Cross, Biscoglio will...

Bikers to receive a complimentary Bluebikes pass to share with a friend; Top 10 riders who log the most miles will win annual memberships BOSTON, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue...

Mary Strother, senior vice president and general counsel for Northeastern University, has been elected to the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) board of directors. "I am pleased...