Health plans in step with your needs
Need national coverage? We’ve got you. California only? Check. Self-funded? Yes. Blue Shield of California can work with you on a health benefits strategy that keeps your workforce at their best and brightest.
Blue Shield of California: An overview
The best of Blue
Our health plans and programs are crafted to meet the needs of a modern world. For companies headquartered in California, we can deliver a single national coverage solution, no matter where your workforce is, tapping into the powerful Blue network to do so.
A connected experience
The right care at the right time and place: Employees can get care when and how they want it with our extensive provider networks, growing suite of virtual care and telehealth options, a suite of clinically proven lifestyle medicine apps, and more.
Better outcomes & performance
We give members a better experience while helping you control your healthcare spend. Our personalized member advocacy model reduces member homework and yields higher employee engagement.
All in on innovation
We’re driving innovation for members, providers, and entire communities to transform the healthcare system in significant ways. California is our laboratory, with proven and digital-first ideas going national.
Strong plans, strong results
California or nationwide. Self-funded or fully insured. HMO or PPO. More or fewer add-ons. No matter what you choose, you can expect healthier outcomes for employees; nimble, responsive account management for employers; and better cost containment for everyone.
National accounts (3,000+)
Large group accounts (101 - 2,999)
Small businesses (1 - 100)
Self-funded/Administrative services only
Specialty—life, vision & dental
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Health Reimagined: Real change is systemic change
Changing a complex health system takes commitment. Blue Shield is all in. We’re reimagining care to make it more accessible, more affordable, and simpler for everyone.
That includes building a modern health ecosystem that makes “anytime, anywhere” care not just possible but seamless. It means addressing rising costs; for instance, how payments move through the healthcare system or how we can help control the cost of prescription drugs. And it means a shift in focus to healthier outcomes for all.
Learn more on Health Reimagined
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