Blue Cross of California, one of the states largest and most respected healthcare providers, has been in business for over 60 years. As times have changed, so has the company making sure the almost 7 million people they serve get adequate health insurance.
The numbers are impressive Blue Cross of California boasts more than 40,000 preferred provider physicians, 27,000 HMO physicians, and almost 4,000 vision providers. The company has over 400 participating hospitals and medical facilities. Blue Cross employs around 6500 employees statewide.
Not surprisingly, Blue Cross offers a wide range of plans and services ranging from several different medical and dental plans to disability and life insurance. Their wide range of plans, services and deductibles means a health plan for everybody, regardless of income or situation. They also offer several dental and vision plans as well as the workers compensation coverage, as required under state law.
Blue cross also offers health insurance under its tonik health subsidiary, aimed at young active people and priced with several different deductible plans offered.
Obtaining prescription drugs is inexpensive and convenient under most Blue Cross plans. The company administers prescription drugs and medication through its subsidiary company called Wellpoint. The company also offers a diverse array of specialist insurance products such as COBRA coverage, flexible spending accounts and pharmacy benefit management.
Blue Cross of California has a strong track record of innovation, and is proud of its ability to offer products to a diverse population individuals, businesses of all sizes and seniors. They also provide health insurance for seniors and others eligible for state health insurance.
They also have a proud record of collaboration with education institutions and local organizations in helping with various health-related research projects. Blue Cross recently won a prestigious award from the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) for its work in helping asthma sufferers its the only health plan to receive such an award. |
