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 13, 2019Leading market research firm recognizes exceptional customer service
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has received three customer experience awards from Service Quality Measurement, a leading market research firm. Blue Cross is honored to receive the...
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Mar 1, 2019Company also releases 2018 Annual Report, celebrating advancements that matter
BOSTON – March 1, 2019 – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross), Inc. and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. reported a combined after-tax net gain of $159.6...
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Feb 27, 2019New member brings 25 years of experience in health care delivery and management, public policy, and public health
Lauren Smith, co-chief executive officer of FSG, one of the world's leading social impact consulting firms, has been elected to the board of directors of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts....
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Feb 21, 2019Company appoints new chief operating officer, chief strategy officer and chief data and analytics officer
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced the addition of three new senior leaders who each will play a critical role in integrating company operations with corporate...
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Feb 20, 2019Program will provide heart-healthy meals to seniors recovering after hospital stays
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has launched an innovative partnership with Boston-based nonprofit Community Servings to provide medically tailored meals to its Medicare Advantage members...
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Feb 7, 2019State's largest insurer and largest independent medical group will work together under their first full risk payment contract for PPO to create a more affordable, patient-centered health care experience
Atrius Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced a new seven-year agreement in which the two independent organizations will align around an advanced...
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Jan 15, 2019Insurer continues opioids leadership by supporting growth and development of recovery coach workforce
As part of its ongoing commitment to addressing the opioid epidemic, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is launching a new initiative to aid in the growth and standardization...
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Jan 8, 2019Offerings focus on cancer care and chronic back and joint pain
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) recently added two new digital health solutions to its Emerging Solutions portfolio—Robin Care for cancer support and Hinge Health for...
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Nov 29, 2018
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has received the highest honor - a Platinum award - from eHealthcare Leadership for its mobile strategy, MyBlue member portal and mobile app....
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Nov 19, 2018
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) announced today an expansion of its Medicare provider network to include Iora Health. Iora Primary Care, Iora Health's consumer brand, began...
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Nov 15, 2018
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 quarter net income of $92.8 million...
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Nov 14, 2018
As deadly wildfires continue to burn in California, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is expediting access to care for its members who live in the affected areas. Through our...
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Nov 14, 2018
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named best in the nation for its Medicare Advantage plan and Medicare Part D plan by U.S. News & World Report, making the company one...
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Nov 13, 2018Medicare beneficiaries have until December 7 to choose from among Blue Cross' highly rated, affordable Medicare Advantage plans[i]
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) is offering a new $0 HMO Medicare Advantage plan as part of our broad suite of 2019 Medicare options to fit any budget. In addition to this new...
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Oct 30, 2018Global budget payment model provides financial incentives for improving community health and reducing costs
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and South Shore Health System have launched a first-of-its-kind pilot program to improve patient care, slow the rise of health care costs, and...
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Oct 26, 2018Participates in panel discussion on nurse staffing ballot question
BOSTON – OCTOBER 26, 2018 – The following statement was delivered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Chief Operating Officer Deb Devaux during the Health Policy Commission’s 10.16.18...
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Oct 10, 2018
As Hurricane Michael makes landfall, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("BCBSMA") is expediting access to care for members who live in affected areas of Florida. Through our national Blue...
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Oct 10, 2018State's Largest Health Plan Brings Thought Leaders to Greater Boston's Festival for the Future
As part of its commitment to innovation, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is HUBweek's exclusive 2018 health plan partner. Through its presenting partnership of HUBweek's...
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Oct 4, 2018State's largest insurer launches first opioid toolkit for employers to help prevent lethal overdoses
Seventy percent of Massachusetts residents believe the opioid-reversal drug commonly known as Narcan should be widely available in workplaces, similar to automated external defibrillators (AEDs)....
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Sep 28, 2018
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is taking a number of steps to assist residents in the Merrimack Valley affected by the recent gas explosions. A group of Blue Cross...
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Sep 27, 2018Working Mother Names Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Massachusetts As One Of The 2018 "100 Best Companies"Award recognizes excellence in providing parent-friendly benefits and a supportive work environment for working parents
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) has been named to the Working Mother 2018 "100 Best Companies" list, released today. The annual list celebrates companies that lead in the areas of...
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Sep 21, 2018
Today, 3,000 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts associates are volunteering at 53 service projects across the Commonwealth focused on improving the health of children and families as part of...
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Sep 20, 2018Blue Cross is in top 10 percent of plans nationally
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) once again has been named one of the highest-rated health plans in the country, according to the nation's expert on health plan quality. The...
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Sep 14, 2018
As Hurricane Florence makes landfall, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("BCBSMA") is expediting access to care for members who live in the Carolinas and Virginia. Through our national Blue...
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Sep 14, 2018
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is monitoring the situation in the Merrimack Valley with great concern. Like all Massachusetts residents, we are focused on the safety of...