Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

ACA marketplace issuer - 14 plans across 67 counties

1
State
67
Counties
14
Plans
$527
Avg Premium (Age 27)
The short answer

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is a single-state ACA marketplace issuer offering 14 plans across 1 state and 67 counties. Its average age-27 premium of $527/mo runs $113 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.

vs Market Average

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama's average premium of $527/mo is $113 below the national market average of $640/mo.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama at a Glance

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is an ACA marketplace issuer offering 14 plans across 1 state and 67 counties. Its average age-27 premium is $527/mo, the standardized rate marketplaces use for apples-to-apples comparison. Plan types on offer include PPO, EPO, each with distinct network rules for referrals, in-network cost-sharing, and out-of-network access.

Compared with the national marketplace average of $640/mo, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama's average premium lands about $113 below. Lower issuer averages typically indicate concentration in lower-cost regions or a Bronze-heavy plan mix rather than leaner benefits, since all ACA plans must cover the same 10 essential health benefits.

The largest single-state presence is AL with 818 plans, though availability and exact plan lineup vary county by county within each state. Confirm specific plans, network hospitals, and provider directories directly with the issuer or on HealthCare.gov before enrolling. PlainHealthPlan is not affiliated with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. This page is informational only and is not insurance, medical, or financial advice.

Plan Types

PPOEPO

Metal Levels Offered

Gold Silver Expanded Bronze Catastrophic

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama average premium by metal level

The premium ladder across Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama's 14 ACA plans, average monthly premium (age 27) by metal tier. Bronze trades a low premium for a high deductible; Gold and Platinum invert it.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama: average premium by metal level

Catastrophic$341/moExpanded Bronze$385/moSilver$547/moGold$695/mo
Source: CMS Marketplace Public Use Files, plan year 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many plans does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama offer on the ACA marketplace?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama offers 14 ACA marketplace plans across 1 state and 67 counties. Plans are available in Gold, Silver, Expanded Bronze, Catastrophic metal tiers.
What is Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama's average premium?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama's average monthly premium is $527 for a 27-year-old. This is $113 below the national marketplace average of $640/mo.
What plan types does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama offer?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama offers PPO, EPO plan types. Plan type determines how you access providers, HMO plans require referrals and in-network care, while PPO and POS plans offer more flexibility at higher premiums.
In which states does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama sell ACA plans?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama sells ACA marketplace plans in 1 state, covering 67 counties. The largest presence is in AL with 818 plans. Availability varies by county, check your specific county for plan options.

Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only. Data comes from CMS Marketplace Public Use Files. PlainHealthPlan is not affiliated with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama or any insurance company. Premiums shown are base rates and may not reflect your actual cost.

Data sourced from the CMS Health Insurance Marketplace Public Use Files. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainHealthPlan Editorial