BlueShield of Northeastern New York Employee Directory
InsuranceNew York, United States51-200 Employees
BlueShield of Northeastern New York operates as a health insurance provider within the Blue Cross Blue Shield network, using the trade name of Highmark Western and Northeastern New York Inc. as an independent licensee. The company is based in Latham, Northeastern New York. As a regional insurer, it offers coverage products within its service area and has pursued programs aimed at supporting healthcare providers and members. A notable development is the Blue Fund, launched in 2018, which began accepting applications through March 3, 2023. In 2020 the organization introduced a reimbursement program for doctors and nurse practitioners to help cover PPE costs, and distributed $411,000 in relief to nearly 30 local primary care provider groups through its COVID-19 Provider Relief Program. The insurer also expanded its Livongo diabetes program to offer the service at no cost to fully insured BlueShield members living with diabetes.