Market overview
Iowa's commercial insurance market is served by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, alongside the national carriers that maintain networks in the state.
Major commercial carriers
The national carriers — UnitedHealthcare (behavioral health through Optum), Aetna, and Cigna (behavioral health through Evernorth) — maintain networks in Iowa.
Profiles: UnitedHealthcare / Optum · Aetna · Cigna / Evernorth
The state's Blue
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Serves Iowa and South Dakota.
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