BlueCross BlueShield Of Western New York, Blueshield Of Northeastern New York And Quest Diagnostics Renew Long-Standing Strategic Relationship

Quest will remain the exclusive, national clinical reference laboratory and testing provider for BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and BlueShield of Northeastern New York members for all products

BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and BlueShield of Northeastern New York, two of New York’s leading insurance carriers, and Quest Diagnostics, the world’s leading provider of diagnostic information services, have renewed their long-standing strategic relationship to provide comprehensive clinical laboratory services for BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and BlueShield of Northeastern New York members. Both plans serve more than one million members.

“We are pleased to renew our long-standing strategic relationship with BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and BlueShield of Northeastern New York, two of the largest non-profit health insurers in New York,” said Steve Rusckowski, Chairman, CEO and President of Quest Diagnostics. “As the exclusive in-network laboratory for all products, we look forward to continuing working to reduce the cost of care, improve member outcomes, and enhance the experience for BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and BlueShield of Northeastern New York members.”

“Diagnostic testing is an essential part of patient care,” said David W. Anderson, President and CEO for BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and BlueShield of Northeastern New York. “The tools, programs and quality that Quest brings to the table provide critical insights to enable better health care for the people and communities we serve. We look forward to our continued partnership with Quest Diagnostics.”