Asking for help during a mental health crisis is hard, and the response should lighten the load. Early intervention works best when people feel heard, receive clear next steps and have continued support.

Preventive care can catch health issues early, when they are simpler and less expensive to manage. Here’s how Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield makes access easier for customers.

Maine’s healthcare system is facing rising costs and growing complexity, highlighting the need for simpler processes and better coordination of care. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is leading the charge on improving affordability, access and long term health outcomes, all of which require collaboration, smarter systems and a stronger focus on prevention.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Maine believes that health plans must ensure that premium dollars are spent wisely, as healthcare costs drive premiums.

When health plans, providers and community organizations work together, families can spend less time worrying about costs and more time focusing on their health.

Integrative, preventative programs can lower the likelihood of avoidable emergency visits and hospital stays that are stressful for families and among the most expensive forms of care in our health system.

Mainers are facing unprecedented economic challenges and too many Maine people are delaying or skipping care because of cost concerns.