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Janice Torrez

— Janice Torrez, President, BCBSNM

"I am proud of the many ways Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (BCBSNM) continued to support our members and communities. Through it all, our commitment to community giving remained strong, which is evident in our volunteerism and outreach efforts throughout 2021."

Mobile health program van parked at BCBSNM event

Access to Care

Increasing access to quality, affordable health care in the communities we serve is why we’re in business, and we support sustainable efforts to improve health equity and health outcomes across New Mexico.

Providing access to immunizations and other services with the Care Van^® program.
Innovating and partnering to support children’s mental health needs.
Expanding Medicare coverage options, especially in rural and underserved areas.

Group of children and adults holding up donated school supplies

Community Impact

As New Mexicans adapted to life in the ongoing pandemic, we continued to stand with our communities with community partnerships, grants, economic activity and volunteer work.

Supporting organizations that work with those most affected by the pandemic.
Partnering with community organizations focused on behavioral health, child safety and domestic violence.
Helping address food insecurity with grants to New Mexico food banks.