BCBSNE celebrates DEI at third annual Belonging at Blue Summit

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently hosted its third annual Belonging at Blue Summit, a celebration of the company’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). This week-long event brought together employees, leaders and community members to engage in meaningful discussions, share experiences and highlight the importance of creating an inclusive workplace.

By |2024-09-03T14:57:38-05:00September 3rd, 2024|Categories: Articles, Stories, Team Blue, Topics|Tags: , , |Comments Off on BCBSNE celebrates DEI at third annual Belonging at Blue Summit

Celebrating Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s 85th anniversary

A message from Jeff Russell, president and CEO For Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE), the start of 2024 provides a special opportunity for reflection and gratitude. This year, BCBSNE celebrates our 85th anniversary. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re taking this time to thank our members, the hospitals, doctors and other health

By |2024-01-30T11:55:17-06:00January 30th, 2024|Categories: Stories, Team Blue|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Celebrating Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s 85th anniversary

New to Medicare: Know someone who is Medicare eligible?

Know someone who is Medicare eligible? Here’s a guide to help them assess their plan options and pick the one that fits their needs, especially during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 every year. Where to start First, if you are enrolling your loved one on their behalf, you must have written

By |2023-09-25T13:42:07-05:00September 27th, 2023|Categories: Articles, Insurance 101, Stories, Topics|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on New to Medicare: Know someone who is Medicare eligible?

Your Story: Geri and Bob’s road to finding the right Medicare plan for their needs

The crunch of a gravel road and rolling fields spotted with cattle and crops lead visitors to Geri and Bob’s home, nestled between Crete and Pleasant Dale, Nebraska. Here, they built their life together on farmland owned by their family for more than 100 years. Geri and Bob have added their own special touches

By |2021-11-02T13:49:34-05:00November 2nd, 2021|Categories: Stories, Your Story|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Your Story: Geri and Bob’s road to finding the right Medicare plan for their needs

Coming together to fight pediatric cancer

September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 15,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year and, though the cause of most cases remains unknown, a community of support from others on the same scary road has proven to be a powerful force for three Nebraska families who shared their experiences with us. Lolo was

By |2023-03-30T11:17:10-05:00September 30th, 2021|Categories: Stories, Topics, Your Story|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Coming together to fight pediatric cancer

Lolo beat the odds by beating leukemia twice

Lolo (Lauren) Hacker was a happy and active 10-year-old when she was diagnosed with pediatric Acute Myelocytic Leukemia (AML) on Dec. 12, 2012. The doctors gave Lolo about a 55% chance of survival. Her mom, LesLee, recalls receiving Lolo’s diagnosis and how their family’s world changed in an instant. “I walked out of my

By |2023-03-30T11:18:27-05:00September 22nd, 2021|Categories: Stories, Your Story|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Lolo beat the odds by beating leukemia twice

Caysen’s cancer diagnosis came as a shock just weeks before his baby sister’s arrival

Caysen was not even 3 years old when a devastating leukemia diagnosis meant he would end up spending the next year in and out of the hospital for treatment. Before diagnosis In summer 2018, happy and easygoing Caysen was looking forward to becoming a big brother.  His parents, Kate and Riley, were just weeks

By |2023-03-15T13:34:14-05:00September 15th, 2021|Categories: Stories, Your Story|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Caysen’s cancer diagnosis came as a shock just weeks before his baby sister’s arrival

Your Story: Keely’s diagnosis changed Cami’s world in an instant

2020 promised to be an exciting year for Cami Bergman, Seth Holcomb and their family: A new home in Arcadia, NE; a baby (Kyzer) on the way; and new schools for Keaton (14), Kira (11), Keely (3) and Cami herself, as a special education teacher in the neighboring town of Ansley.   Although the COVID-19 pandemic threw

By |2021-09-10T15:22:07-05:00September 2nd, 2021|Categories: Stories, Your Story|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Your Story: Keely’s diagnosis changed Cami’s world in an instant

Wise & Well: Karah Thompson’s routine of wellness

The pursuit of wellness starts bright and early every day for Karah Thompson. “My daily morning routines have helped me focus on my wellness,” said Karah Thompson, agile project manager at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE). “I wake up earlier than I did before we were going into the office, and I

By |2021-06-09T10:13:54-05:00June 15th, 2021|Categories: Health and Wellness, Stories, Team Blue, Topics|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Wise & Well: Karah Thompson’s routine of wellness

BCBSNE provides COVID-19 vaccine incentive for its employees

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) is providing an incentive for its employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine through the company’s wellness program, Be Well at Blue. Be Well at Blue empowers employees to focus on their health goals by: Tracking preventive health exams Competing in wellness challenges Completing trainings and certifications, like

By |2021-04-07T08:34:24-05:00April 7th, 2021|Categories: Health and Wellness, Stories, Topics|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on BCBSNE provides COVID-19 vaccine incentive for its employees
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