Is Empire BCBS the same as BCBS?

Is Empire BCBS the same as BCBS?

About Empire BlueCross BlueShield and Empire BlueCross HMO is the trade name of Empire HealthChoice HMO, Inc. independent licensees of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, serving residents and businesses in the 28 eastern and southeastern counties of New York State.

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