Blue Distinction Specialty Care
The Blue Distinction program
When you need specialty care, you need to know you're choosing a hospital or doctor you can trust. The Blue Distinction program can give you confidence that your health is in good hands.
Blue Distinction is a national program that recognizes health care facilities and doctors with a proven track record of providing exceptional specialty care. When a hospital or provider earns a Blue Distinction, it means their patients receive the highest level of support at all stages of treatment.
Types of Blue Distinction designations
Areas of specialty care
Blue Distinction Centers may represent a number of specialties, including:
- Knee and hip replacement
- Spine surgery
- Bariatric surgery
- Cardiac care
- Transplants
- Maternity care
- Substance use treatment and recovery
Availability may vary depending on your location and your health plan.
Find a BDC in your area
It's easy to search for a Blue Distinction Center in the area of specialty care you need. Just use our Find Care tool and look for the BDC symbol next to the facility's name.
You can also use our nationwide BDC Finder, which allows you to search by state and area of speciality care to find the perfect fit for your care needs.