BCBSIL Values LGBTQ Inclusion

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) stands by our core values of integrity, respect, commitment, caring and excellence. We work together with our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning/queer (LGBTQ) employees to better understand the health care needs of our LGBTQ members.

One of the many ways we support our LGBTQ employees and allies is through the Pride Alliance business resource group. This group is sponsored by senior leadership and supports diversity through:

  • Community service
  • Networking
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  • Educational seminars
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  • Mentoring
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  • Employee cultural awareness
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  • Supporting LGBTQ-focused community partners
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    BCBSIL is pleased to provide information and resources to our LGBTQ members, their families and decision makers through GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBT Equality (previously known as the Gay & Lesbian Medical Association). GLMA is an online provider directory where you can search for primary care providers, specialists, therapists, dentists and other health care professionals that welcome LGBTQ individuals and families.

    Learn more about GLMA Learn more about third party links.

    To learn more about our commitment to our members and communities, visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

    Third-Party Resources:

    Closing the Gap in Transgender Care Learn more about third party links

    Forbes recognizes the operating company of BCBSIL as one of “The Best Employers for Diversity” in 2018 Learn more about third party links

    The Human Rights Campaign Foundation gave the operating company of BCBSIL a score of 100% for LGBTQ equality in the workplace  Learn more about third party links

    GLMA: Health Professionals Advancing LGBT Equality is the world's largest and oldest association of healthcare professionals committed to providing individuals with health care services regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or marital status. You can use the directory for free, and you do not need to register.

    Please note that some of these health care professionals may not participate in a BCBSIL health plan. If you decide to see one of the providers listed, check the BCBSIL Provider Finder® tool to find out if they are in network or call them directly to make sure they accept your BCBSIL plan.

    Learn more about third party links By clicking this link, you will go to a new website/app (“site”). This new site may be offered by a vendor or an independent third party. The site may also contain non-Medicare related information. In addition, some sites may require you to agree to their terms of use and privacy policy.