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Important Information for Blue Shield of California Members

The University of California's Health system is in active negotiations with Blue Shield of California to remain in network and ensure uninterrupted access to care for our patients.

If a new agreement is not reached, all University of California's healthcare facilities and professionals, including UCI Health clinicians and locations, will be out of network for Blue Shield of California members beginning Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

Plans that may be affected include:

  • CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) plans
  • Employer-sponsored Blue Shield of California plans
  • Covered California marketplace plans
  • Medicare Advantage plans administered by Blue Shield of California

What happens now?

There are no changes at this time. You can continue seeing your UCI Health clinicians through Monday, June 30, 2025. 

If an agreement is not reached, you may face higher out-of-pocket costs or a loss of coverage for care received at UCI Health depending on your plan. 

What are we doing?

We are committed to reaching a fair agreement with Blue Shield of California that allows our patients to continue accessing care without delays or added costs. What you can do If you have questions, contact Blue Shield of California’s member services team at the number on your insurance card. You can also share your feedback and ask them to help preserve your access to care at UCI Health.

What you can do

If you have questions, contact Blue Shield of California's member services team at the number on your insurance card. You can also share your feedback and ask them to help preserve your access to care at UCI Health. 

Have questions?

See the FAQs below for more information. You may also call 714-456-7002 if you need additional assistance. 

Frequently asked questions: Blue Shield of California and UCI Health

The University of California's Health system is negotiating with Blue Shield of California to remain in network beyond Monday, June 30, 2025. If no agreement is reached, Blue Shield members will lose in-network access to UCI Health starting July 1, 2025. 

Potentially impacted plans include:

  • CalPERS
  • Employer-sponsored plans
  • Covered California marketplace plans
  • Medicare Advantage plans administered by Blue Shield of California

All UCI Health hospitals, locations and clinicians are part of this agreement and could be considered out of network if no new contract is signed.

No. Anthem Blue Cross is a separate company. Plans offered through Anthem are not affected by these negotiations.

You may contact Blue Shield of California directly using the number on your insurance card. If you have additional questions, call our patient support team at 714-456-7002.