Market overview
South Dakota's commercial insurance market is served by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Dakota, 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 South Dakota.
Profiles: UnitedHealthcare / Optum · Aetna · Cigna / Evernorth
The state's Blue
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Dakota
Operated by Wellmark, which also serves Iowa.
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