General

Umar Farooq explains why healthcare affordability is a growing concern and what Premera is doing to help employers navigate the system.

A quick look at what producers need to know for RxDC reporting—plus a critical April 24 deadline you can’t miss.

This year Blue365 expanded its vendors, offering even greater health and wellness discounts for eligible Premera members.

Ashley’s journey shows how compassionate, coordinated care helped her regain health, confidence, and joy.

Premera plans will continue to cover preventive vaccines at no cost to our members.

Upcoming member webinar: An Introduction to Managing Prediabetes and Diabetes with Lifestyle Medicine.

Here’s how members can get virtual mental health care through Spring Health.

Join us to learn more about what’s happening at Premera, industry hot topics, product performance, and more.

The updated Producer Learning Center makes it easier to find sales materials for medical plans, virtual care, and other services. Everything is now organized by funding type.

High dollar claim review update and the Routine Test Management program begins February 2026.

Premera has transitioned to Ironclad for its contract lifecycle management system. Here’s what you need to know.

Last year, Premera shared that members can now get 1095-B forms in their secure online account.

A lot happened this year. Here’s what we achieved for our members and clients.

Jeff Roe, Premera CEO, shared in the Washington State Standard publication why Washington employers face growing challenges.

During the transition to our new location, employers should conduct business with Premera by mail, phone, or electronically whenever possible.

As chief operating officer, Rajat Puri will lead technology and operations teams to deliver a seamless experience for Premera members and clients.

Kinwell clinics set the bar for access and affordability in primary care.

2026 is a big year in product changes at Premera. Learn more about what could be coming to your group.

Changes coming in 2026 to hormone therapy medication access in Washington.

To ensure timely delivery of ID cards to your groups, complete your enrollment early.

Get a snapshot of our 2026 small group and Preferred Choice plans.

Starting January 1, 2026, Premera will expand the Radiology Benefit Management (RBM) program to include site of service review.

Premera sends communications to members to promote benefits, products, and services available as part of their plan.

Premera Blue Cross is making it easier for members to access mental health services.

For fully insured groups in Washington state, your pharmacy model will change on January 1, 2026.

September 18th, employers will see changes to the Optum Financial personal funding account employer portal.

Premera follows guidelines and complies with state and federal mandates on preventive care including vaccines.

Premera recognized five of Washington state's top educators at the Seattle Storm's Back-to-School night.

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

Beginning with 2026 health plans, the Group Master Applications have been renamed to Employer Group Applications.

Premera hosts Producer Education Series exclusive to small group business.

Important details on how Premera approaches the requirement ahead of the December 31, 2025 due date.

Learn more about the outreach Premera has done for members this summer.

Preventive screenings for breast and cervical cancer will be expanded beginning January 1, 2026, to include more comprehensive care and patient navigation services.

Blue365 is a discount program coming to Premera Blue Cross members that offers discounts to gym memberships, hearing aids, and more.

Premera Blue Cross is making a commitment to improve prior authorization for both members and providers.

Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology has issued a contract termination. Premera Blue Cross is working diligently to renegotiate.

Premera announces additions of new biosimilars to formularies.

With Rx Savings Solutions, employers can ensure their employees are getting the best value for their prescription drugs, ultimately benefiting the entire organization.

Business and occupation taxes are increasing. Here’s what you can expect.

The last date a group can renew on the Heritage Prime network is January 1, 2026.

Learn how Premera Blue Cross is supporting the mental health of student athletes.

In 2026 Digital Health Messages will expand to include all self-funded groups, reinforcing our commitment to improve member health outcomes through innovative engagement tools.

Enhanced Case Management maternal health program to replace the BestBeginnings app.

Join us in July for a bonus Producer Educated Series that will be all about pharmacy.

If you missed the May Producer Education Series, the recording is now available.

Annual drug data for group business has been submitted.

Effective January 1, 2026, some of the vendors for primary and urgent virtual care will change.

Last month Premera implemented a new vendor to support the secure member inbox feature in the member portal.

Learn more about the communications and outreach done by Premera to connect members to their health plan services.

Join us this month to learn about some of the products and services coming to self-funded groups in 2026.

Starting May 10, members creating new web accounts will default to electronics Explanation of Benefits.

Eligible members will receive opt-in invitations for at-home test kits beginning the first week of May.

Effective January 1, 2026, Premera Blue Cross members will have access to one of the largest dental networks in the nation.

Do you have feedback on how we can do better? Tell us through PremeraLISTENS.

Premera uses Digital Health Messages and videos to promote the importance of colorectal and cervical cancer screenings.

Groups utilizing the Heritage Prime network will need to shift to the Heritage PPO network no later than January 1, 2026 renewals.

Last month’s Producer Education Series covered a lot of topics. Watch the recording today for all the latest updates.

Premera Blue Cross and Kinwell chief medical officers come together to discuss access to quality primary care.

Premera Blue Cross and March of Dimes launch initiative to educate members on preeclampsia.

Premera fully insured groups have access to Enrollment Center where your groups can manage the technical details of their health plan.

Following revised IRS guidelines, we're sharing updates with you on how members will now access their 1095-B forms.

Premera Blue Cross invites you to join us next month for our first Producer Education Series of 2025.

Premera Blue Cross is upgrading the member sign-in experience to increase account security and enhance user experience.

New features aim to reduce administrative tasks for providers.

Premera Blue Cross and Kinwell Medical Group have made great strides in increasing access to quality, affordable primary care.

The race, ethnicity, and language (REL) questionnaire is now available for members on their Premera web portal and Premera mobile app.

Let’s look back at some highlights from this past year.

Premera wants to provide information to our producers that they find useful and relevant. Here’s your chance to tell us what we should cover in 2025.

The faster you can find what you need, the better you can manage your business.

As part of our commitment to health equity, we’re honored to support The Fifth Avenue Theatre as they work to expand accessibility – ensuring that the magic of the theater is an experience everyone in our community can enjoy.

Starting in 2025, we’re launching a new REL data collection initiative to improve healthcare equity.

Your clients can host an on-site immunization clinic at their workplace this fall.

Find out how Premera will support compliance with the requirement due December 31, 2024.

Premera releases documentary series that takes a closer look at organizations driving change in their communities.

Federal law also requires employer groups to notify CMS if their prescription drug coverage for Medicare beneficiaries is creditable.

The new year is closer than you think. Review these important dates to help you plan.

Online coping group classes offer an opportunity for emotional resilience.

Following the doctor’s recommendation for a procedure or elective surgery is already a big deal, finding and accessing high-quality, affordable care shouldn’t be.

Understand the role of health equity in the workplace.

Get the latest update and learn about its impact on employer groups.

Home test kits program for colon cancer screening, diabetic HbA1c testing, and diabetic kidney monitoring will be sent to eligible members in Washington and Alaska.

Premera Blue Cross is pleased to announce we have reached an agreement with MultiCare Health System.

Mark your calendar for benefit changes effective July 1.

Premera partnered with collegiate athletes to discuss how they manage their mental health.

Premera Blue Cross has submitted the necessary data in compliance with Consolidated Appropriations Act.

Our negotiations with MultiCare continue, and we’re pushing to reach agreement before the contract end date of May 31, 2024.

Livongo and Teladoc are merging, becoming one brand with one member experience.

Survey respondents will be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift card. Check your email for your personalized survey link.

A new ongoing series, “Navigating Healthcare Affordability,” takes a closer look at how Premera and others are prioritizing critical work around issues impacting the healthcare landscape.

We Make It Easy for Members to Find a Doctor

Premera Blue Cross has taken steps to secure our systems and monitor for indications of this cyberattack.

Three clinics in western Washington will receive funds from Premera Blue Cross to implement Collaborative Care, a specific model of integrated care developed at UW Medicine.

Premera Blue Cross is committed to ensuring its members continue to have access to behavioral health and substance use disorder treatments.

Get the information you need fast with our new search function.

Dr. Josephine Young’s commentary emphasized the importance of inclusive spaces and their connection to mental wellbeing.

The Transparency in Coverage Rule (TCR) requires health plans make price comparison information available.

Home test kit program launches for eligible members

Providence Ambulatory Surgical Centers Sign Agreement

Premera Blue Cross is making it easy for members to get the facts on COVID, seasonal flu, and RSV.

The redesigned producer news page makes it easier to find the information you need.