Press Releases
In this section of the Blue Cross Blue Shield MediaRoom, you'll find our news releases. The releases are listed in chronological order and are archived by year.
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Mar 1, 2022Company’s COVID spending nears $1 billion
BOSTON – March 1, 2022 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. today reported a combined after-tax fourth...
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Feb 10, 2022Commercial members can access tests at pharmacies or via mail order at no cost
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced that commercial members can now visit a preferred pharmacy or use mail order to obtain certain authorized COVID-19 at-home...
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Feb 9, 2022Experienced labor leader to provide critical perspective to Massachusetts' leading health plan
Edward Kelly, general president of the International Association of Fire Fighters, has been elected to the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) board of directors. "We're excited...
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Jan 27, 2022Company scores highest possible rating for LGBTQ Workplace Equality for fourth consecutive year
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced that for the fourth year in a row the company earned a score of 100 on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national...
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Jan 20, 2022
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced that Andrew Dreyfus will step down as president and chief executive officer at the end of 2022 after more than a decade in the...
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Dec 16, 2021
In response to severe storms and tornado events, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members living in affected counties in Kentucky, Arkansas,...
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Dec 16, 2021Help protect yourself and your community during a time when local hospitals are overwhelmed
Physicians at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) encourage everyone to protect themselves, their family and friends from the flu this season by getting vaccinated. Though the...
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Dec 2, 2021
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced it will contribute $25 million to support local health care organizations in their efforts to eliminate racial and ethnic...
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Nov 18, 2021Company launches $750,000 partnership with National Fitness Campaign to build 15 new outdoor Fitness Courts beginning in 2022
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) are partnering to expand free, equitable access to outdoor exercise programs in communities across...
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Nov 17, 2021New report examines company's spending with small and diverse businesses and the role it plays in the broader economy
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today released a new report on the economic impact of its supplier diversity program. The 2020 Supplier Diversity Impact Report finds Blue...
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Nov 15, 2021
BOSTON — November 15, 2021 — 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 third...
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Nov 10, 2021
Manny Lopes has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) as executive vice president of public markets and government relations. Prior to joining Blue Cross, Lopes served as...
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Nov 9, 2021
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today announced its commitment to promoting health justice and eliminating the physical and social barriers that lead to health inequities....
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Nov 4, 2021
In response to various severe storms and flooding across the country, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for members living in affected counties in...
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Nov 2, 2021Offerings include a first-of-its-kind consumer-directed health plan, expanded access to virtual care and digital solutions, and new programs that make quality health care affordable for consumers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is unveiling a suite of new offerings that provide access to high-quality, affordable health care with an enhanced member experience. "Each of...
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Oct 28, 2021
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) today confirmed it will cover, with no cost share to members, the administration of Pfizer/BioNTech's Comirnaty® COVID-19 vaccine in children...
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Oct 27, 2021
To help reduce transportation barriers as residents head to the polls, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is offering free Bluebikes rides on Election Day (Tuesday, November...
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Oct 26, 2021BlueFit offers enhanced digital experience, financial incentives and health and wellness reminders
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is introducing a new, consumer-directed health plan that offers members savings and rewards for making healthy choices, along with...
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Oct 19, 2021Medicare beneficiaries have until Dec. 7 to choose one of Blue Cross' highly rated, affordable Medicare Advantage plans [i]
For 2022, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has added more enhanced benefits to its popular PPO and HMO Medicare Advantage plans—providing older adults with a suite of health...
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Oct 15, 2021Company recognized for inclusive leave and wellness policies, benefits, childcare and more
For the second year in a row, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named to the list of Best Companies for Dads. The award celebrates organizations that lead in the areas...
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Oct 14, 2021Survey finds what patients want most is to be listened to and included in their health care. But barriers within the health care system often prevent this, especially for those with serious illnesses and from marginalized communities.
87% of adults say it's important that doctors know their patients' priorities and what is important to them - but people with serious illness report that clinicians tend to know their priorities...
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Oct 8, 2021
Yesterday, the City of Worcester, in partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross"), concluded its four-part Youth Fall Vax Series aimed at increasing youth vaccination...
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Oct 6, 2021Bikers will also receive a complimentary Bluebikes pass to share with a friend, courtesy of the health plan
In recognition of World Mental Health Day and to shine a light on improving health and wellness within its communities, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is offering free...
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Sep 30, 2021Awarded 4.5 out of 5 stars by The National Committee for Quality Assurance
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) once 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...
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Sep 29, 2021
Today, ARCHANGELS, a start-up dedicated to supporting unpaid caregivers, with support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and the Mass Caregiving Initiative at the MassTech...