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 20, 2020Company is aiding not-for-profits, providing access to health news and ensuring member care
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. today announced several steps to support Massachusetts residents and not-for-profits during the COVID-19 outbreak. "During this...
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Mar 18, 2020
In response to the serious challenges posed by the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) announced today it will cover all medically necessary covered...
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Mar 6, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been monitoring and responding to the serious challenges posed by the outbreak of coronavirus strain COVID-19, and we are taking immediate...
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Mar 4, 2020
In response to tornados that struck Tennessee, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. is expediting access to care for members who live in affected communities. Blue Cross has...
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Feb 28, 2020Company also releases 2019 Annual Report, celebrating the power of partnerships
BOSTON – February 28, 2020 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. reported an adjusted combined after-tax net...
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Feb 25, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expanding its value-based payment model into the dental space with a first-of-its-kind arrangement with leading dental group 42 North. This...
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Feb 20, 2020
In response to the growing impact of severe storms and flooding in several Southern U.S. states, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is expanding its offer of expedited access...
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Feb 19, 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) today named six substance use treatment and recovery centers in its network as Blue Distinction® Centers for Substance Use Treatment and Recovery...
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Feb 14, 2020
In response to severe storms and flooding in Kentucky, North Carolina, Oregon, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is expediting access...
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Feb 3, 2020Sabbatical fellow will support The Trustees volunteer management needs full-time for six months
Today, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts' ("Blue Cross") 14th William C. Van Faasen Community Service Sabbatical Fellow, Lori Sheehan, starts her six month volunteer assignment with The...
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Jan 30, 2020
The board of directors of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) has elected Dorothy E. Puhy as chair of the board. She succeeds Phyllis R. Yale, whose term has ended. "Dorothy is one of...
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Jan 23, 2020Pilot program will measure efficacy of the AposTherapy® biomechanical shoe in reducing pain, improving quality of life without surgery
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today launched a pilot program to offer members suffering from knee and low back pain an at-home treatment device designed to reduce pain and...
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Jan 7, 2020
In response to the 6.4 magnitude earthquake that impacted Puerto Rico and several other Caribbean islands, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA), Inc. is expediting access to care for...
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Dec 10, 2019Digital integration allows members to seamlessly switch to PillPack for their pharmacy needs
Managing multiple medications can be difficult and time-consuming. That's why Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced a new pharmacy integration in its MyBlue member...
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Nov 21, 2019Blue Cross awards $500,000 to five nonprofits to advance solutions to local health challenges
Today, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") announced the five nonprofit recipients of its new Healthy Living Accelerator Grants. The Healthy Living Accelerator Grants fund...
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Nov 21, 2019A new program will provide Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts employees with financial coaching and contribute $75 per month toward student loans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced a new benefits initiative designed to help employees struggling with student debt. The company will provide one-on-one...
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Nov 15, 2019
BOSTON — November 15, 2019 — 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 12, 2019
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has added an innovative online resource to help members address their mild to moderate anxiety, depression or insomnia and improve their...
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Nov 4, 2019Sabbatical fellow will support Camp Harbor View's HR needs full-time for six months
Today, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts' ("Blue Cross") 13th William C. Van Faasen Community Service Sabbatical Fellow, Colleen McLaughlin, starts her six month volunteer assignment with...
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Oct 30, 2019
In response to the outbreak of wildfires in California, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) is expediting access to care for members who live in the state. BCBSMA has more than 71,000...
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Oct 22, 2019Medicare beneficiaries have until Dec. 7 to choose one of Blue Cross' highly rated, affordable Medicare Advantage plans [i]
This year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is offering a broad suite of highly rated Medicare options to fit every budget, including a $0 HMO Medicare Advantage plan, a $0 PPO...
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Oct 18, 2019
BOSTON – October 18, 2019 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and Southcoast Health System have reached agreement on a new, four-year contract that reflects our mutual...
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Oct 4, 2019Fare reductions begin October 5, providing easy access to Metro Boston's public bike share system during construction
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), in partnership with the system's municipal owners, today announced Bluebikes fare reductions on Saturdays and Sundays through the end of 2019...
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Oct 3, 2019State's largest health plan adds benefit to increase options for non-opioid pain relief
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced that it will offer a new acupuncture benefit starting January 1, 2020. Blue Cross members - except for Medicare Advantage -...
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Sep 24, 2019Working Mother Names Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts As One Of The 2019 "100 Best Companies"Award recognizes excellence in providing parent-friendly benefits and a supportive work environment
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) has been named to the Working Mother 2019 100 Best Companies list. This year's winners were honored for their focus on inclusive benefits for...