Why Choose Blue

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is a trusted and experienced health insurance company. We provide coverage to more than 8.5 million members. Why do so many Illinoisans choose Blue?

• Provider Network: Our provider network gives you many choices.
• Trusted Name: With more than 80 years of experience, we are a trusted name in the health care industry.
• Tools You Can Use: Use our online tools to get the most from your health insurance plan.
• Customer-Owned: Unlike some of the national, publicly traded health insurance companies, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is customer-owned. This means our owners and customers are one and the same. We focus on being here for you rather than the numbers on an investor report.
• Extra Health and Wellness Benefits: Your plan may offer benefits beyond your health insurance coverage. Many plans come with:  
  
  
  • Access to health and wellness programs
  • Extra benefits like dental, hearing and vision
  • Member discount programs 
  • Care options through our 24/7 Nurseline and Virtual Visits, and more.