Blue Shield of California is a taxpaying, nonprofit health plan serving 6 million members across the state. With over 6,500 employees and more than $27 billion in annual revenue, the organization has grown significantly since its founding in 1939. Headquartered in Oakland with deep roots in San Francisco, Blue Shield and its affiliates provide comprehensive health, dental, vision, Medicaid and Medicare healthcare service plans throughout California.
As an independent member of the Blue Shield Association, Blue Shield of California is dedicated to its mission of ensuring all Californians have access to high-quality healthcare at an affordable price. The company operates with core values of being human, honest, and courageous in its approach to transforming healthcare. Through its Blue Shield of California Foundation, the organization has contributed more than $60 million in the last three years alone to impact California communities, demonstrating its commitment to beyond just health insurance coverage.