GuideWell, the parent company of Florida Blue, is laying off 3% of its workforce across 29 states, First Coast News reported Jan. 22.
"GuideWell is committed to providing access to quality health care as affordably as possible for its customers, and to adapting to changing market conditions as part of our continuous focus on operational effectiveness and efficiency," the insurer told the outlet.
"Navigating the current industry climate requires making thoughtful decisions, including the action we took this week to streamline our organization and reduce our total workforce by approximately 3%. These impacts are spread across 29 states. While we’re not commenting on specific numbers, we are supporting those individuals and our organization through this transition."
"The health care industry is facing complex challenges, including competitive market conditions, regulatory changes, and rising medical costs. We are driving necessary innovation and transformation to keep health care costs under control, advance operational excellence, and make improvements in care for our members. GuideWell and its Florida Blue subsidiary are mission driven, financially strong, and well-positioned for the challenges and opportunities ahead."
GuideWell has more than 18,000 employees. In 2024, the company shuttered Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group, a chain of four medical clinics, resulting in 245 layoffs in Florida.