Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Since 1936, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama has provided peace of mind to our members by delivering access to quality, affordable healthcare in a caring manner. As an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, we are a trusted name in the healthcare industry. We are proud to be number one in providing healthcare benefits in Alabama, and we have a growing national footprint as well. We cover over 3 million members, including 2.1 million Alabamians. Nearly 23,000 employers — from small business owners in Alabama to some of the largest corporations in the nation — count on us to administer their health, dental and pharmacy programs. So do thousands of individuals throughout the state.