BCBS To Remove Houston’s MD Anderson From Medicare, Medicaid Networks

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to remove Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center from Medicare, Medicaid networks

HOUSTON – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas announced it has made the decision to remove MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston from its Medicare Advantage PPO, Blue Cross Medicare Advantage HMO, and Medicaid networks effective Nov. 1, 2024.

The insurance company described the move as “difficult but necessary” to aim toward its mission of delivering high-quality, cost-effective health care solutions for its members.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to remove Houston’s MD Anderson Cancer Center from Medicare, Medicaid networks

Average MD Anderson (Houston) PPO allowed amount is +500% of Medicare. Meanwhile MD Anderson (San Antonio) it’s half that. Branding has value.