2013 News Releases

Open Enrollment for Blue Pathway Child Only Plans is Now Open

Blue Pathway—our health insurance plans for children who do not have other major medical coverage available to them for purchase—is now available through open enrollment, May 1, 2013 – June 30, 2013.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Texas Welcomes New Chief Medical Officer

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) today announced its new chief medical officer. Dr. Dan McCoy, who has previously served as the interim chief medical officer and senior medical director at BCBSTX, has taken on the position of vice president and chief medical officer.

Be Covered Texas Campaign and Community Partners Working Together To Reach Uninsured Texans

Richardson, TX — Today, the Be Covered Texas campaign announced partnerships with 28 organizations, including community groups, direct service agencies, advocacy groups and churches. These organizations represent the first partners in the ongoing campaign to raise awareness among uninsured Texans about how the new health care law impacts them and how they can take steps to access individual health insurance. The enrollment period for uninsured Texans opens in October, with health care plans beginning in January 2014.

BCBSTX Launches 2013 Healthy Kids Healthy Families Initiative

Richardson, TX — Against a backdrop of rising childhood obesity and other medical concerns, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) today launched the opening of its 2013 Healthy Kids Healthy Families initiative, which provides funding to non-profit organizations throughout Texas. In 2012, the program was able to fund grants for 35 organizations impacting local communities in four key areas: nutrition education, physical activity, disease prevention and management and supporting safe environments.

Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Announces Agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

Richardson, TX — Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Companies (TFBIC) announced today that it will team up with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) to provide its members with the best health care coverage available.

BCBSTX Creates a New, Local, High-Level Position to Focus on the San Antonio Market

Richardson, TX — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is increasing its investment in the San Antonio market. The state's largest health insurer announced today that it has created a new "President, San Antonio Region" position that will be filled by a leader of the area's medical community, Dr. Esteban López.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Texas Launches "Be Covered Texas" Campaign to Raise Awareness of Individual Health Insurance Enrollment Options

Richardson, TX — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) today launched a statewide education and outreach initiative targeting Texas' uninsured residents. The Be Covered Texas campaign, which will be fully funded by BCBSTX and supported by various community and civic groups, will focus on helping the state's uninsured population understand how the new health care law impacts them and what steps they need to take to gain access to individual health insurance. The enrollment period for uninsured Texans opens in October, with health care plans beginning in January 2014.

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation of Austin and BCBSTX Present the Third Annual Type1Now Conference to Educate, Empower and Inspire the Type 1 Community

Austin, TX — In partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, the Austin Chapter of JDRF is hosting its third annual Type1Now Conference on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the UT Commons Learning Center. Now a nationally recognized educational conference, Type1Now is a full day of education and inspiration on living well with type 1 diabetes (T1D). This conference is appropriate for anyone affected by this disease; parents of children with T1D, adults newly diagnosed or veteran, alternate caregivers, and medical professionals.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Proud to Sponsor Austin Launch of "Back on My Feet" Program

Richardson and Arlington, TX — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is working with the Back on My Feet (BoMF) organization to Focus on Health for the Homeless. BoMF is a national nonprofit organization that uses running to help those experiencing homelessness change the way they see themselves so they can make real change that results in employment and independent living.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Texas Health Resources Implement Innovative Reforms to Improve Quality of Care and Reduce Costs

Richardson and Arlington, TX — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Texas Health Resources announced today a new strategic alliance to deliver improved, sustainable patient care and help manage costs through Texas Health's Accountable Care Organization.

As Flu Season Accelerates, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Encourages Consumers to Consider Flu Vaccine, Consult their Doctor

Richardson and Austin, TX — As influenza activity continues to increase, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) urges those who have not yet gotten a flu vaccine to do so. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), most of the country is now experiencing high levels of influenza-like-illness.

New Agreement Announced by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and The University of Texas System

Richardson and Austin, TX — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) and The University of Texas System (The UT System) have announced that they are extending their relationship with the UT SELECT program for The UT System's employees, retirees and dependents. BCBSTX is honored to have been the System's medical plan administrator since 2001 and this new contract extends the current agreement by another six years.