Why are advocacy groups opposing short-term limited duration insurance, or STLDI? Find out in this edition of Blue Promise. Advocacy groups filed thousands of comments in opposition to short-term limited duration insurance, or STLDI. Why are they...

In this edition of Blue Promise, we discuss new policy changes that could lead more people to buy unregulated short-term limited duration insurance (STLDI) products. Even if you don’t have short-term limited duration insurance (STLDI), you...

We’re helping school nurses learn to treat childhood asthma more effectively. Our partnership with the American Lung Association is keeping kids in the classroom and out of the doctor’s office. The "Enhancing Care for Children with...

We started our energy vertical to help our oil and gas clients with their unique health benefit needs. Take a look inside one of the energy vertical’s meetings and find out why this program makes us the health insurer of choice for the energy...

Health insurance companies are a big part of the health care system at large, but what is their role? It’s easy to get frustrated as medical costs continue to rise and sometimes get confused about who plays what role in the healthcare system...

A recent article in a professional journal states that physicians aren't feeling valued in value-based care programs. How can we fix this problem? How do we help physicians feel valued in value-based care programs? Dr. Bharath Thankavel, BCBSTX...

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a new technology that could make a big impact in health care. What exactly is artificial intelligence and how does it fit in the health care landscape? Vijay Murugappan, BCBSTX Vice President of Strategy and Value...

It is important for patients to talk with their doctor about all aspects of their health—including sexuality. There are a certain set of health care needs that can uniquely affect gay men. Dr. Esteban Lopez, BCBSTX Chief Medical Officer,...

BCBSTX senior leadership stuffed buckets with cleanup supplies for Hurricane Harvey victims. During the season of giving, our leaders at BCBSTX got in the spirit by participating in an event with Trusted World, a local nonprofit organization. We...

What did the AIDS epidemic teach the medical community about outbreaks of infectious disease? The AIDS epidemic was one of the most devastating pandemics in modern history, but it was also a learning experience for the health care community. Dr...

Our Latinos for Advancement Business Resource Group hosted employee groups from across the DFW area to discuss business issues specifically affecting Latinos. We invite you to learn how some of the biggest companies in Texas are committed to the...

Does your environment or your genetics play a bigger role in determining your health outcomes? Your health is determined by more than your lifestyle and genetics. In this edition of Blue Promise, Dr. Esteban Lopez explains how “your zip code...

When a natural disaster strikes, local healthcare experts need to be ready to respond. Local health care experts need to be prepared for the unexpected. Dr. John Carlo, President-Elect of the Dallas County Medical Society, explains how the Dallas...

A unique relationship with a national organization provides value for BCBSTX customers. How does BCBSTX provide the best of both worlds for its large national employers? Kevin Cassidy, BCBSTX President of Enterprise National Accounts, explains...

In one day, BCBSTX volunteers and community partners built a playground to serve Dallas children. BCBSTX has partnered with KaBOOM! since 2011 to bring safe play spaces to children across Texas. Our 32nd playground build took place at Moorland...