BCBS of Texas Will Be Keeping Ascension In Their Network
Exciting news for healthcare consumers in Texas! Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas has announced that Ascension, one of the largest non-profit healthcare systems in the country, will remain in their network. This means that patients who have health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield will continue to have access to Ascension’s vast network of […]
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Releases Corporate Report
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) released its 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report which highlights the company’s numerous initiatives and contributions to the communities in which it serves. The report’s areas of focus include access to care, community impact and operating responsibly as aligned with BCBSTX’s commitment to addressing health disparities and […]
BCBSTX Expands Medicare Advantage Market Area, Choices
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas: Medicare, Group & Retail BCBSTX Expands Medicare Advantage Market Area, Choices As you may have just heard, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is increasing its footprint in the Medicare Advantage (MAPD) market. In addition to expanding the market area to 59 Texas counties, new MAPD […]
Blue Cross 2022 Medicare Certication Training
Dear Producers, We are pleased to announce that the 2022 Medicare certification training will be available to producers in July. Details WHAT 2022 Medicare certification training will be available soon. The annual mandatory training will include two sections: the AHIP and the HCSC curricula. Sections 1 and 2 must be completed by individual producers and […]
BCBSTX 2021 SEP Retail Bonus Program
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is excited to announce that we have a new bonus program for special enrollment period (SEP) sales. This bonus is separate from and in addition to the 50/50 bonus program announced last fall.
BCBSTX Launches Financial Relief Program to Help New and Existing Insured Customers
We’ve worked closely with our customers throughout the pandemic to understand the economic and health challenges they, their employees and our communities face. Every decision we’ve made as a company during these extraordinary times is through the lens of a long-term commitment to our members and our communities, with the goal to support our customers […]
BCBSTX Reaches Agreement with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
Applies to: All Groups, All Markets: We have signed a new multi-year contract with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Leaving site icon. The new agreement will provide access to value-based care for our members in the Houston area. Members in our Blue Essentials HMOSM and Blue Choice PPOSM provider networks can receive in-network care at Kelsey-Seybold Clinics starting […]
News from the Blues: Small Group Product Training
Open Enrollment: Tools for Success: Here are some essential tools for marketing and selling our 2020 qualified health plans in the individual market to existing members and new prospects. Plan Information: Get links to 2020 Plan Comparison Charts, Summaries of Benefits and Coverage and Benefit Highlights in this new flier PDF. Renewal Packets: Active members […]
BCBS: 2020 No Contribution / No Participation Option Period Starts Soon
Applies to: Small Groups: (1-50 employees) / Deadline: December 16, 2019: From Nov.1 through Dec.15, 2019, small groups purchasing ACA/Metallic plans may opt to waive participation and contribution requirements. The No Contribution/No Participation Option is available to new groups: * Applying for coverage during the annual open enrollment period * Sold during the open enrollment […]
News from the Blues for Producers: Small Groups (1-50)
READY, SET, QUOTE! 2020 ACA Small Group (1-50) new business plans are now available for quoting. The plan designs and rates for new groups can be found in Blue Access for Producers on the eSales Tools home page for Jan. 1, 2020, effective dates. If you have any questions, please contact your sales executive or […]
News from the Blues for Producers: Small Groups (1-50)
Blue Advantage HMOSM Provides State-wide Access to Doctors, Specialists: Small Groups (1-50): 2020 renewals are almost here, and Blue Advantage HMO is front and center as a cost-saving solution. Don’t let concerns about network adequacy stop your clients from taking advantage of savings opportunities. We Can Help Dispel Myths About HMOs We listened to your […]