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 9, 2021Clinicians will have immediate access to patients' documented preferences for life-sustaining treatment
Massachusetts is building a state electronic registry to allow clinicians timely and trusted access to the medical forms that document patients' preferences for care near the end of life, thanks...
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Mar 4, 2021Joins Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies across the country with goal of vaccinating 2 million seniors
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced it will join Blue Cross companies across the country, along with members of America's Health Insurance Plans, in helping to...
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Mar 4, 2021
Vicki Hildebrand has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts as chief information officer. Hildebrand is a seasoned IT professional with more than 35 years' experience across a broad range...
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Mar 1, 2021Spending on COVID and telehealth tops $850 million in 2020
BOSTON – March 1, 2021 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. reported a combined after-tax fourth quarter net...
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Feb 19, 2021
In response to major winter storms, the governors of Louisiana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Texas have declared state-wide states of emergency. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue...
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Feb 16, 2021Company scores highest possible rating for LGBTQ Workplace Equality
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) announced today its perfect score of 100 on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on corporate...
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Feb 11, 2021$1 million contribution from Blue Cross to help provide transportation to and from vaccination sites in underserved communities
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced a new effort with the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers ("the League") to help provide equitable access to...
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Feb 9, 2021Health plan invests $350,000 in eight BIPOC-led nonprofits focused on addressing racial injustice in Massachusetts communities
As part of its ongoing work to address inequities in care and to advance racial and social justice, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is awarding $350,000 in Racial Equity and...
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Feb 3, 2021
In response to post-wildfire landslides, also known as debris flows, the governor of California has declared a state of emergency for Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Luis Obispo counties. Blue Cross...
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Feb 3, 2021
In response to winter storm Orlena, the governor of New Jersey has declared a state-wide state of emergency. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is expediting access to care...
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Feb 3, 2021Announces new racial justice grants
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced a set of bold initiatives to address health inequities and racial injustice. The multipart plan features new charitable...
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Jan 27, 2021
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is reminding members to be vigilant as scammers seek to take advantage of the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines. "There is such a pent-up demand...
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Jan 25, 2021Provides free resource for educational campaign promoting safe, effective vaccination
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today released a new public health messaging video to support the COVID-19 vaccination effort. The 2-minute video, produced by Blue Cross'...
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Jan 13, 2021Supports safe, effective vaccination campaign by amplifying voices of frontline providers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") has partnered with The Dimock Center to produce a new public health messaging video to support the COVID-19 vaccination effort. "The COVID-19...
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Jan 7, 2021Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts CEO Andrew Dreyfus Shares Letter on Violence at U.S. Capitol
Andrew Dreyfus, president & CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, shared the following message today with the company's 3,800 employees: Dear colleagues, I've reached out to you before...
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Jan 4, 2021
In response to a significant winter storm, the governor of Oklahoma has declared a state of emergency for thirty-nine counties in the state. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross),...
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Dec 17, 2020
Dr. Sandhya Rao has joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts as chief medical officer. Prior to joining Blue Cross, Dr. Rao was vice president of clinical strategy at Haven, the organization...
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Dec 16, 2020Adds AWARE Recovery Care to network, offers hospital incentives for recovery coach services
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced two new initiatives designed to provide additional support to members living with substance use disorder. The company has...
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Dec 15, 2020Coverage includes Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine and any other COVID-19 vaccines that receive emergency use authorization from the FDA (including Moderna's mRNA-1273)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today confirmed it will cover, with no cost share to members, the administration of any COVID-19 vaccine that receives emergency use...
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Dec 10, 2020Since 2010, health plan has reduced greenhouse emissions by 34%, paper use by 63%, waste sent to landfills by 40%
In recognition of its sustainability work and holistic approach to health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been awarded the 2020 Associated Industries of Massachusetts...
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Dec 4, 2020
In response to the Bond wildfire, the governor of California has declared a state of emergency for Orange County. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is expediting access to...
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Dec 3, 2020
In support of public health efforts to encourage flu vaccinations and to provide an easy mode of transportation to flu shot locations across Metro-Boston, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts...
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Nov 22, 2020
In response to a wildfire, the governor of Nevada has declared a state of emergency for Washoe county. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is expediting access to care for...
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Nov 16, 2020
In response to Tropical Storm Eta, the governor of North Carolina has declared a state of emergency for all counties in the state. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is...
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Nov 13, 2020COVID-related health care spending exceeds $200 million through September
BOSTON — November 13, 2020 — 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, 2020
In response to Tropical Storm Eta, the governor of Florida has declared a state of emergency for eight counties in the state: Broward, Collier, Hendry, Lee, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, and Palm Beach.
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Nov 10, 2020
The Supreme Court today hears arguments in California vs. Texas, the lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Andrew Dreyfus, president & CEO of Blue Cross Blue...
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Nov 10, 2020Lineup includes deductible- and copay-only health plans, plus pharmacy plans with low- and no-cost medications for chronic conditions
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is unveiling a new suite of medical and pharmacy plans and offerings that provide consumers greater value and predictability when it comes to...
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Nov 2, 2020
In response to Hurricane Zeta and the ongoing impact of Hurricane Delta, the governors of Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi have declared new or extended existing states of emergencies for...
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Oct 31, 2020
Yesterday, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies reached an agreement to settle a legal dispute challenging elements of...
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Oct 27, 2020
In response to historic wildfires in Colorado, the governor of Colorado has declared a state of emergency for Boulder, Grand, and Larimer counties. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue...
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Oct 21, 2020
To provide a socially-distant and easy transportation option for voters across Metro Boston as they head to the polls next month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will offer...
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Oct 20, 2020
Andrew Dreyfus, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, gave the following statement today during the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission's Health Care Cost Trends...
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Oct 20, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross"), announced an additional $400,000 in grants to nonprofits and regional funds across Massachusetts to support communities of color most...
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Oct 19, 2020Medicare beneficiaries have until Dec. 7 to choose one of Blue Cross' highly rated, affordable Medicare Advantage plans [i]
For 2021, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is offering a range of highly rated Medicare options to fit every budget, including a $0 premium PPO Medicare Advantage plan, a $0...
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Oct 15, 2020Recognized for creating an inclusive environment for all working parents
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has been named a "Best Company for Dads" by Working Mother in a recognition of the company's supportive policies. The award celebrates organizations that...
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Oct 8, 2020
In response to states of emergency declared in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi in anticipation of Hurricane Delta, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to...
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Oct 7, 2020Bikers invited to take a complimentary ride on Saturday, October 10, courtesy of Blue Cross, to experience the benefits of outdoor exercise on mental health
To recognize World Mental Health Day and to support community health and wellness, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free rides on Bluebikes, Metro Boston's...
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Oct 5, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is supporting state and national public health experts in encouraging flu vaccinations. A severe flu outbreak this winter, coupled with a...
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Oct 1, 2020
In response to wildfires in Wyoming, the governor of Wyoming has declared a state of emergency for impacted counties. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is expediting...
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Sep 21, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. ("Blue Cross") today kicks off Service Week, the company's 10th annual company-wide volunteer event. From Sept 21-25, 2,700 Blue Cross employees will...
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Sep 16, 2020
In response to Hurricane Sally, which has led the governors of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Mississippi to declare states of emergency, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross),...
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Sep 16, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. ("Blue Cross") has received two Stevie International Business Awards for the company's health news service, Coverage, in recognition of the valuable...
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Sep 14, 2020
As wildfires and severe weather continue to impact the western United States, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. continues to expedite access to critical health benefits...
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Aug 28, 2020
In response to Tropical Storm Marco and Hurricane Laura, the governor of Arkansas has declared a state of emergency. Additionally, the governors of Alabama, Louisiana and Texas have expanded...
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Aug 24, 2020
In response to Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura, the governors of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi and Texas have declared states of emergency and Blue Cross Blue Shield...
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Aug 19, 2020
In response to wildfires in California, Nevada and Oregon, and a powerful storm that caused widespread damage in Iowa, the governors of all four states have declared states of emergency for...
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Aug 18, 2020Company earns highest status from NCQA
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has earned an "Excellent" accreditation rating from NCQA(1) for its clinical quality, member experience and performance against operational...
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Aug 14, 2020Deferral of health care services in Q2 offsets operating losses in Q1
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Announces Financial Results Deferral of health care services in Q2 offsets operating losses in Q1 Operating margin below 2% through first half of 2020...
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Aug 6, 2020
In response to Hurricane Isaias, the governors of Florida, New Jersey and Connecticut have declared states of emergency and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is expediting...