Should I buy health insurance from Blue Cross Blue Shield?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) is a federation of 39 separate health insurance organizations and companies in the United States. Combined, they directly or indirectly provide health insurance to over 100 million Americans. The company came into existence after the merger of two federation of health insurance organization named Blue Cross and Blue Shield in 1982. Now, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Brands are registered in more than 170 countries. The company has its headquarters in the Michigan Plaza complex in the Chicago Loop area of Chicago, Illinois.
Facts about Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
- 39 Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies
- Among the 20 largest employers in the country
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield Brands are registered in more than 170 countries
- Provides coverage for nearly 100 million individuals
Advantages of BCBS
- Nationwide, more than 90 percent of hospitals and 80 percent of physicians contract with BCBS companies
- Nearly 100 million people or one-in-three Americans
- Healthcare coverage available in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and in Puerto Rico
- Sells insurance products to all sectors in the health insurance market
Healthcare coverage options from Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Indemnity and Traditional Coverage
- Point-of-Service (POS)
- Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
- BlueCard: Away From Home Care Program BlueCard is a national program that enables members of one Blue company to obtain healthcare services while traveling or living in another Blue company's service area.
- BlueCard Worldwide: BlueCard Worldwide provides Blue Cross and Blue Shield members with access to a network of traditional inpatient, outpatient and professional healthcare providers around the world. The program includes a range of medical assistance and claim support services for members traveling or living in countries outside their Home Plan service area.
- BlueWorldwide Expat: BlueWorldwide Expat combines Blue experience and excellence with the ability to make healthcare available to members working and living around the world. Coverage is available through participating Blue companies to their subscribers.
How can I buy an Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance Plan through Health Insurance Explorer?
It is simple. Use the associated form to search for quotes and then limit plans by Carrier. Choose Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Select the best plan and apply.