Recognition highlights a people-first culture, flexible work and meaningful careers
Fargo, N.D. – July 10, 2026 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) has been named one of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report, recognizing the organization’s commitment to its employees, strong workplace culture and focus on overall well-being.
The recognition includes multiple categories, including Best Companies to Work For in Health Care and Research, Best Companies to Work For in the Midwest and Best Companies to Work For in Supporting Family Caregiving. The U.S. News rankings evaluate organizations based on factors such as employee satisfaction, pay and benefits, work-life balance and workplace policies.
“At BCBSND, our people are the reason we can deliver on our mission every day,” said Market President Lacey Bergh. “We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.”
Built on purpose and people
BCBSND employs a range of practices aimed at supporting employees across different life stages, including flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits and access to mental health resources. The organization also invests in career development through training, mentorship and education opportunities.
A year of momentum and impact
The U.S. News recognition builds on a strong year for BCBSND, including:
- Continued investment in innovative care models that simplify how members access care
- Expansion of whole-person care offerings, including primary care and mental health services
- Ongoing efforts to improve affordability and access for members across North Dakota
The recognition adds to a series of recent workplace and culture-related honors for BCBSND, reflecting sustained employee engagement and organizational focus on culture and well-being.
Other awards include:
- URAC Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder (MH/SUD) Parity Accreditation – BCBSND became one of the first organizations in the nation to earn this groundbreaking accreditation, underscoring its commitment to fair and accessible whole-person mental health care.
- Prairie Business Top 50 Best Places to Work – A recognition driven by employee nominations celebrating workplace culture, growth opportunities and community involvement.
BCBSND serves approximately 400,000 members and continues to invest in improving access, affordability and quality across the health care system in North Dakota.
About Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
BCBSND was founded in 1940 with the mission to provide members with affordable access to health care across the state. As an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), BCBSND is committed to transforming care and health across the state to improve outcomes, lower cost trends and make it easier to shop, buy and use health care coverage. Members have access to unmatched local service and to a comprehensive network of health care providers across the state, nation and more than 190 countries.
