Blue Cross Blue Shield, which is a collective of 33 independent companies, offers Medicare Advantage plans in most U.S. states, but ratings vary across companies — some perform better than others. Member experience ratings overall are above average for major providers. Benefits available vary by company; your preference may depend on your local BCBS provider.
UnitedHealthcare is the biggest Medicare Advantage provider and offers the largest Medicare Advantage network, although star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are slightly below the industry average. UHC member experience ratings are middle of the road.
Here’s a look at how BCBS and UnitedHealthcare compare.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage
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