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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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...
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Aug 6, 2020
In response to Hurricane Isaias, which has led the governors of South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia to declare states of emergency, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross),...
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Aug 5, 2020Brings company's COVID-related financial support to more than $200 million
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") announced today that it will return $101 million in premium refunds and anticipated rebates to its customers and members as a result of lower...
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Jul 30, 2020COVID-19 pandemic highlights availability of effective at-home screening options
Known risk factors for colorectal cancer have increased significantly among Massachusetts millennials and older adults, but only about a third of 50-52-year-olds are getting the recommended...
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Jul 28, 2020Introduces new partnership with Toothpic and new access to select Philips Sonicare products
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has introduced several innovative programs to support Dental Blue members' oral health care needs, as Massachusetts dental practices begin to...
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Jul 23, 2020Steps include a 50% increase in reimbursement rates for child psychiatrists and permanently paying for telehealth visits at in-person rates
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is announcing a set of bold new initiatives to ensure our members have timely access to high-quality, affordable mental health care. Access...
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Jul 15, 2020Company reengages furloughed cafeteria staff to prepare meals for those in need
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") has distributed its 50,000th meal as part of its Community Meal Program in partnership with Lovin' Spoonfuls. The program, now in its 10th...