Kansas Considers Dropping Blue Cross Blue Shield from State Employee Health Plan to Save $240 Million
The State of Kansas is evaluating a proposal to remove Blue Cross Blue Shield from its state employee health insurance plan, potentially leaving Aetna as the sole provider. This decision could result in savings of approximately $240 million over three years. The State Employees Health Care Commission is currently reviewing proposals from both Aetna and Blue Cross, with a decision expected in May. The change would affect over 43,000 eligible state employees, marking a significant shift in the state's health insurance landscape. 
