Press releases

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announces program to make it easier for Affordable Care Act members to pay for healthcare

Arkansas Blue Cross is launching a new benefit to make accessing and paying for care easier.

Arkansas seniors to see changes to many 2025 Medicare plans

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield introduces Skai Blue— a new brand servicing national business

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announced a new brand within its family of affiliates: Skai Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Protection provided to affected members of Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield following a vendor breach

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announces support for members whose personal information was accessed through one of its vendors, Healthmine.

Blue & You Foundation awards nearly $1 million to innovative programs improving maternal and pediatric health across Arkansas

According to researchers at Harvard University, your health and overall well-being as an adult could be impacted by your health as a child – even before you were born. The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas is working to improve the health of Arkansas communities from the very start, awarding nearly $1 million to organizations across the state working to address maternal and pediatric health.

In a continuing effort to address the behavioral health needs of Arkansans, the Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas will fund $1 million in grants; grant cycle opens

Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas awards more than $1 million in grants to address social determinants of health, improve the well-being of Arkansas communities

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield opens registration for 2024 mental health first aid certification classes

In its continuing effort to address the state’s mental health crisis, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announces the opening of registration for its 2024 mental health first aid (MHFA) certification courses, offered at no cost to participants.

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield provides emergency assistance to members affected by recent storms

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield and its family of companies are making assistance available to members affected by tornados in Northwest, North Central and Northeast Arkansas on Sunday, May 26.

Matthew Waller, Ph.D., joins Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield board of directors, Mark Greenway elected chairman

The Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield board of directors recently elected to the board Matthew Waller, Ph.D., and named Mark Greenway to serve as the board’s new chairman.

Arkansans invited to kick off annual Challenge with food, fun and fitness

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Department of Human Services invite Arkansans and their neighbors to join them for the kickoff of the 2024 Blue & You Fitness Challenge.

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield makes Forbes list for third consecutive year

Forbes magazine again ranked Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield among America’s Best Employers for mid-sized organizations. This is the third consecutive year for this prestigious recognition.

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield provides funding to 75 Arkansas schools for the creation of calming rooms

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announced today that 75 schools in Arkansas have been selected to receive $2,500 each to create calming rooms to address the mental well-being of Arkansas students.

Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas awards $3.3 million to local organizations focused on improving community well-being

The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas today announced it is awarding 32 grants worth more than $3 million to organizations across Arkansas.

Arkansas Blue Medicare Announces a High-Profile Benefit Partnership and Refreshed Plans for 2024

When the 2024 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period begins October 15, Arkansas Blue Medicare will debut a new benefit partnership and a variety of plan options for Medicare beneficiaries.

Blue & You Foundation to invest nearly $6 million in Arkansas programs addressing mental health access, suicide and substance use among children and young adults

The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas announced today grants totaling $5.9 million, aimed at addressing mental health challenges, suicide and substance use among Arkansas children, teens and young adults.

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield named among the state’s ‘Best Places to Work’

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield is excited to be recognized by Arkansas Business Publishing Group as one of the state’s best places to work. This is the ninth year the company has been named as an honoree.

State agencies, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announce opening of registration for free program to improve health and wellness

In 2024, Arkansans seeking to improve their physical and mental well-being can take part in a free program created to increase focus and recognition of participating in healthy behaviors. Registration is currently under way for those wanting to create a team to participate in the Blue & You Fitness Challenge.

Primary care innovators receive awards totaling $2.6 million from Arkansas Blue Cross

More than 100 primary care clinics throughout Arkansas participating in two value-based programs that encourage innovation in patient care have earned annual financial awards from Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

Forbes names Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield among America’s Best Employers for Women for second consecutive year

For a second year, Forbes magazine Tuesday listed Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield among the nation’s Best Employers for Women