My mom had blueshield of California. I’m sure there is a blue shield in TX. She didn’t qualify for any assistance so the entire premium came out of her own pocket. She got PPO coverage which helped her get exams, and a two surgeries she needed. She applied during last years open enrollment. They approved her on the spot they did not asked for any ID. It was a very good insurance just very expensive 680 per month. And a high deductible 6900. But she got it and it really helped her for the surgeries she needed.