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Date:11/7/2008

g Californians with access to high quality care at a reasonable price. Founded in 1939, it now has 3.4 million members, 4,700 employees, one of the largest provider networks and more than 20 office locations, providing a wide range of commercial and government products throughout the state. The company has contributed $100 million over the past three years to the Blue Shield of California Foundation to fund nonprofit organizations that improve access to quality health care in California. Contact your local agent or broker for more information about Blue Shield products and services, or visit the Blue Shield web site at http://www.blueshieldca.com.

Blue Shield of California offers Medicare-approved HMOs with a Medicare Advantage-Prescription Drug Plan contract, open to all Medicare beneficiaries who reside within the plan's service area and are entitled to Part A and Part B. Minimal copayments, restrictions and limitations apply to some services. Benefits vary by plan and geographic area. Members must continue to pay their Medicare Part B premium if not otherwise paid for under Medicaid or by another third-party. Members must receive all routine care from network providers. If members receive routine care from out-of-network providers, neither Medicare nor Blue Shield will be responsible for the costs. Blue Shield has a contract with the federal government.

About the Healthways SilverSneakers(R) Fitness Program

The SilverSneakers(R) Fitness Program is offered by Healthways, an industry leader providing specialized, comprehensive Health and Care Support(SM) solutions to help people maintain or improve their health. Founded in 1992, SilverSneakers is the nation's leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults and offers an innovative blend of physical activity, healthy lifestyle and socially-oriented programming that allows older adults to take greater control of their health.
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