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Blue Cross and Blue Shield

American  

noun

Trademark.
  1. a nonprofit organization that offers its members health insurance covering hospitalization, surgical, and medical expenses.


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The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Arizona ad did not mention out-of-pocket maximums for enrollees and the Aetna press release only mentioned out-of-pocket maximums of $2,100 for covered prescription drugs.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 29, 2025

Blue Cross and Blue Shield insurers and UnitedHealth Group said they would cover the shots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025

Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans have a long history of restructuring, including Blue Cross of California.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2025

Affected are two health plans paid for by the state but administered by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and UnitedHealthcare.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2023

The trial over the lawsuit by the state and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota lasted nearly four months before big tobacco companies settled, just ahead of closing arguments.

From Washington Times • Mar. 28, 2023

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