1990s

1994

BlueCard® is launched. This program enables member who are traveling or living in another Plan's service area to receive the same healthcare service benefits of their home Plan.

1996

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans' PPO, POS and HMO enrollment reaches 37.5 million, surpassing the 30.4 million members in traditional coverage.

1997

The Balanced Budget Act is enacted, which added the Medicare+Choice program allowing beneficiaries to choose additional types of health plans.

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