Transforming Healthcare

Good healthcare is more than treating people when they are sick. It empowers people to stay well. That is why we strive to meet people where they are—in their health journeys and in their communities. We deliver the resources and care they need when they need it.

We address health challenges people face through advocacy and innovation. We build partnerships and invest in solutions that improve access to care; support good physical, mental and financial health; reduce overall healthcare costs and advance health equity.

As a not-for-profit healthcare company serving more than 3.6M members, we are uniquely positioned to bring long-awaited change to the healthcare industry and to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. And so, we will.

Community Impact

Championing the right to access affordable, quality care and improving health equity for all we serve.

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Complete Care

Supporting people’s complete health and well-being – physically, mentally and emotionally.

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Innovative Solutions

Creating solutions that drive better outcomes through innovative partnerships, data and technology.

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Advocacy & Public Policy

Collaborating with policymakers to remove barriers and create incentives to place care at the forefront.

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Prioritizing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), our people are our strength. And, when all employees are valued equally, it makes us even stronger. CareFirst’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is a key leader in the creation of a work environment that values, supports and represents a labor force comprised of many experiences, cultures and backgrounds.

A New Approach to Funding: Max Performance Plus

by CareFirst | July 8, 2024 | Innovative Solutions

For many employers, managing healthcare costs is an ongoing, strategic imperative that can significantly impact both the health of their bottom line and the health of their employees. Exploring new solutions to help alleviate the pressure of rising costs is a critical function—one that CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is committed to supporting. Our latest innovation, for instance, is a fully insured funding arrangement called Max Performance Plus, and it can deliver potential savings to help employers manage risk and maintain financial stability.

In Constant Evolution—Behavioral Health Care

by CareFirst | May 31, 2024 | Complete Care

The need for behavioral health providers is great. But with new providers and technology helping meet demand, what factors undermine people's ability to get timely, high-quality care? CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Director of Behavioral Health Services Oleg Tarkovsky sat down with Jared Taylor, host of Slice of Healthcare's Titans of Healthcare podcast, to discuss this question and more.

Behavioral Health Grants Drive Impact in First Year

by CareFirst | May 24, 2024 | Community Impact

In 2022, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield launched a funding initiative providing nearly $8 million in behavioral health grants and investments to 19 community-based organizations in Maryland, Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia over three years. Programs focused on eliminating barriers to accessible services for youth and expanding the number of available providers specializing in behavioral healthcare were prioritized through the application review process. Currently in year two of the initiative, funding recipients are on track to exceed anticipated results, impacting more than 25,000 people collectively.

CareFirst Named a 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies Honoree® for the 12th Consecutive Year

by CareFirst | April 04, 2024 | Community Impact, Advocacy & Public Policy

As one of the country’s largest not-for-profit healthcare companies, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) understands the importance of leading with integrity to ensure we are fulfilling our purpose and working toward our mission to ensure that healthcare is accessible to and affordable for our members, employees and communities.