We are grateful for our members, customers, providers and community partners for being a part of our mission to make health care better today and every day of the year. Please note, Wellmark offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 – Friday, Nov. 29 in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday.
About us
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and its subsidiaries provide health coverage to more than 2 million members in Iowa and South Dakota. And through the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Wellmark is part of a trusted national network that insures more than 100 million people. That's nearly 1/3 of all Americans. Wellmark offers flexible benefit designs, competitive prices, and a large selection of providers. Nearly all physicians and hospitals in Iowa and South Dakota participate with Wellmark, and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association provides extensive national and international coverage. *Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield is An Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association serving Iowa and South Dakota.
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External link for Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Industry
- Insurance
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1939
- Specialties
- Health Insurance, Health Management, and Health Improvement
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1331 Grand Ave
PO Box 9232
Des Moines, Iowa 50306, US
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600 3rd Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401, US
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1601 W. Madison Street
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104, US
Employees at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Dianne Juhl
CX and UX Design Researcher & Strategist 20 years | Fortune 500, Start-ups, National Nonprofits | Agile Environments | Startup Business Owner 10 Yrs.…
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Lisa Winn
Senior Account Service Representative at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Michael Hongslo
Solutions Architect at Wellmark BCBS
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Michael Strief
Updates
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💡 Rethinking Rural Health! In episode 16 of Health Matters, Laura Jackson, executive vice president of Health Equity, Access and Improvement, discusses rural health initiatives. She highlights the Iowa Rural Vitality Coalition, a partnership of statewide leaders and organizations tackling rural health care challenges with innovative solutions. #NationalRuralHealthDay #IARuralVitality https://lnkd.in/gQB2DQ9f
Episode 16: Thinking differently about rural health care
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According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetics experience medical costs twice as high as those living without the disease. And, when your employees are facing high costs — so are you. #NationalDiabetesMonth See how Wellmark supports your employees with diabetes - https://bit.ly/3CtFrIp
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As the year ends, don’t miss out on preventive care included in your health benefits. Cammy Jenkins, vice president of Health Services, talked with Megan Reuther on Hello Iowa about how this care benefits your health and can help reduce how much you spend on health care. Watch the full segment: https://lnkd.in/gQwVRRjS
Benefits of preventative care
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Wellmark is committed to advancing the education of our future health care providers, and proud to support Des Moines University students through need-based, inclusive scholarships like those funded through #Glanton2024. We enjoyed celebrating the impact of this important initiative with industry leaders from across the region.
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We were honored to serve as a lead sponsor for the "Good Morning, Cedar Rapids!" event earlier this week. Congratulations to the Bravo Award recipients and Community Spotlight honorees recognized at this year's event. Wellmark has been a longstanding supporter for business and industry in The Corridor, in collaboration with the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance and its 1,200 members.
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The Wellmark Foundation is a proud supporter of ChildServe’s Growing Together Campaign. Executive Vice President of Health Equity Access and Improvement and Wellmark Foundation board chair Laura Jackson shared, “This expansion will make a real difference in meeting a need for our youth by providing essential mental health care services to families across Iowa.” For more information about this campaign, visit- https://lnkd.in/gUaVuGue
Transforming lives by continuously improving pediatric healthcare– that's exactly what Growing Together: The Des Moines Campaign is all about! To celebrate completing the campaign, ChildServe board members toured the new Des Moines location, envisioning its future impact on the community! Thanks to the support of over 90 donors, we're proud to celebrate this milestone for both ChildServe, as well as the Des Moines and Central Iowa community. A special thank you to Athene Foundation, Polk County Iowa Board of Supervisors, Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa, Prairie Meadows, Principal Financial Group Foundation, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, EMC Insurance Companies, NCMIC, Sammons Financial Group Companies and ITA Group, Inc. ChildServe’s Johnston location will remain the organization’s headquarter campus. Learn more about Growing Together: The Des Moines Campaign at https://lnkd.in/gUaVuGue. #ChildServe #GreatLife #GrowingTogether #TransformingLives Images: Photos of ChildServe team members and board members touring ChildServe - Des Moines.
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Telehealth vs. Virtual Care: Are They Really the Same? In the latest episode of Health Matters, Cassandra Hilton, director of market solutions at Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, discusses health care access and the benefits of telehealth for employers. She also offers easy tips on promoting virtual care options for employees. Don't miss this great conversation! https://bit.ly/3BYJUT7
Episode 15: Telehealth, a big win for health care accessibility
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The Wellmark Case Management Program is a simple solution for employees with complex health conditions. Our experienced, caring case managers are available at no extra cost to you or your employees and are part of your health plan. Find out more - https://bit.ly/3U4rpCL
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The Medicare Advantage Annual Enrollment Period is NOW open. Wellmark Advantage Health Plan options for 2025 are ready for Medicare-eligible Iowans and South Dakotans. See if this affordable coverage with enhanced benefits, supported by a broad network of health care providers is right for you. Visit https://bit.ly/486rko0 to learn more.
Wellmark announces Medicare Advantage plan options for 2025 | Wellmark
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