Blue Distinction Centers for Transplants® are designated by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association to medical facilities that have demonstrated expertise in delivering quality health care under objective selection criteria.  The distinct designation is based on rigorous, evidence-based selection criteria established by leading medical specialists and societies.  Choosing one of our Centers of Excellence will provide the best in specialty care for patients in need of a transplant and their families. 

To date, more than 70 Blue Distinction Centers for Transplants have been designated, representing more than 250 specific transplant programs across the country.  For more information on our Blue Distinction Centers for Transplants, please visit www.bcbs.com/innovations/bluedistinction.

Please note:  The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires that Medicare and Medicare Advantage members must receive all transplant-related services only at Medicare-approved transplant facilities.  For more information about CMS-approved transplant facilities, please visit www.cms.hhs.gov/ApprovedTransplantCenters.