Is Anthem the same as Blue Cross Blue Shield? Anthem is part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield group. Blue Cross Blue Shield is made up of independent companies. Anthem is one of these companies.
The organization is now headquartered in Oakland, California, with over 4.8 million members. While focusing primarily on individuals, families and businesses within the state. Blue Shield is part of a broader network of Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) companies operating nationwide.
Yes! Blue Shield is a California-based national carrier with nationwide coverage for 100% of U.S. zip codes.
Blue Shield sold Care1st Arizona to WellCare in 2017. Care1st California was renamed Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan in 2019.
Since Anthem licenses with Blue Cross Blue Shield, it only offers its own health insurance brands in certain states, including California, New York, and a dozen more. If you don't live in a state with Anthem health insurance, you may want to search for your own regional Blue Cross Blue Shield regional company.
Anthem follows the standard of: • 90 days for participating providers and facilities. 15 months for nonparticipating providers and facilities.