Regence BlueShield

10/15/2026

Myth: Preventive care is expensive, makes you miss school or work and only happens in a doctor’s office.

Fact: Some of the most significant actions we can take for our health are free, and can be done at home, at the grocery store, or even at the office.

From checking nutrition labels to taking a daily 10-minute walk in the park, our Executive Medical Directors share their top tips for improving your health.

10/13/2026

Keeping people healthy, coordinating patient care, providing the right care in the right place and negotiating for better pricing are some of the ways that Regence BlueShield makes healthcare more affordable and effective for Washington families and employers. Read more in the Puget Sound Business Journal 👇

As healthcare costs continue to rise nationwide, innovative approaches are emerging to help businesses and patients reduce the financial burden of care.

10/08/2026

Regence BlueShield was proud today to sponsor the first annual Washington Health Policy Commons conference. Leaders from across the industry gathered in the Seattle area to discuss how to make healthcare better. Laurent Rotival, chief information officer of Regence, described how Regence is using artificial intelligence to make care more personalized and accessible for our members, while maintaining responsible guardrails around the technology's use. Stephanie Walker, VP of key accounts at Regence, talked about the provider costs, higher care utilization and payment dynamics causing large increases in the cost of care for Washington employers.

09/30/2026

When Regence member Mike G. woke up after emergency surgery, he had a colostomy, a wound vacuum device, and a long road ahead. A call from Regence nurse care manager Loyette M. changed everything.

Loyette became his guide, advocate, and lifeline through it all. From helping Mike navigate ostomy supplies to solving a prior authorization before he even left the pharmacy, Loyette was there every step of the way.

"When you know you're cared for... it's like a warm, fuzzy-blanket feeling." — Mike G.

Mike’s wound healed in 80 days. Doctors called it remarkable.

This is Regence Care Management. Learn more in Mike’s story: https://news.regence.com/news/when-member-mike-g-needed-support-most-regence-was-there/

09/30/2026

A new study shows that Regence BlueShield’s commercial and Medicare Advantage members found significant cost savings from 2022-2024 by being cared for at home by DispatchHealth instead of through emergency department visits or hospital inpatient stays. https://www.dispatchhealth.com/press-room/commissioned-report-found-lower-total-cost-of-care-and-reduced-inpatient-medical-and-surgical-costs-for-regence-blueshield-members-with-access-to-dispatchs-emergency-room-alternative-care-mod/

09/17/2026

You wouldn't start a road trip without checking your route.

Knowing whether a provider is in network can help you get quality care and avoid unexpected costs.

Get the most from your health plan journey. https://bit.ly/4hc1KD6

09/11/2026

Reports of potential medical advances in treating heart disease, like with gene therapy, shouldn't stop people from taking the standard precautions to protect their heart health, says Dr. Nicole Saint Clair of Regence BlueShield. She tells KIRO 7 News that knowing your cholesterol numbers, doing your annual checkups, eating healthy and exercising are still the best ways to keep your heart healthy. https://bit.ly/4iZ5gmv

As National Cholesterol Education Month gets underway, health experts are encouraging people to learn their cholesterol numbers and take steps to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke.

09/03/2026

When you're facing more health challenges than before, where do you turn?

Meet Jen, RN BSN, a nurse care manager. Care managers like Jen help you get a doctor’s appointment, find care, manage your treatment plan and so much more.

You don’t have to navigate healthcare alone. Learn how Regence Care Management connects you to the care and resources you need in this video: https://youtu.be/6ZUrUZKigsU

09/02/2026

We’ve seen rising numbers of measles outbreaks in 2026, partly because of declining immunity and decreasing vaccination rates.

Measles vaccines remain 100% covered under routine care benefits for Regence members through 2027. Talk to your doctor to see if the measles vaccine is right for you.

08/27/2026

Just going to the pharmacy was difficult.

Regence member Sherry M. manages psoriatic arthritis, diabetes, asthma and a weakened immune system. She takes 10-12 medications at a time.

That meant twice-weekly pharmacy trips, often while feeling unwell. Risking her health from additional exposure.

Then she connected with Cody, a Regence nurse care manager. Cody helped Sherry:
• Switch to mail-order prescriptions delivered to her door
• Re-enroll in a co-pay assistance program she didn't know had expired
• Find in-network specialists and resolve billing errors

Now Sherry and her husband are planning their first airline trip since 2019 to celebrate their anniversary.

Sherry calls Cody the “Regence answer man.” She adds, "He's the person in my corner.”

Read Sherry's full story to learn more about Regence Care Management and how it can help you: https://news.regence.com/news/how-regence-member-sherry-m-simplified-prescription-pickups-lowered-costs-with-help-from-a-care-manager/