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    BCBSOK Offers Members Timely Access to Health Care

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and BlueLincs HMOSM provide members with access to a wide range of health care providers to meet your medical needs. Guidelines for Health Care Appointments The following guidelines help members access their...
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    How to Choose Health Care Coverage

    As you get ready to buy health care coverage, here are a few things to think about before you decide on a plan that works for you and your family. Do You Qualify for Assistance or Special Enrollment? Whether you’re buying for the first time or.....
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    Manage Your Stress with Our Self-Management Programs

    Stress can happen to anyone. It comes in many different forms and from different areas of your life. Too much work? Not enough “me-time?” Problems with a loved one or friend. Sometimes, stress can be overwhelming. When it is, your body of...
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    How to Use Your Digital Member ID Card

    Your phone does a lot more than text and make calls these days. It’s a safe place to keep important parts of your life. You can store photos of people you love and use it to pay for things. You can also use it to see your health insurance bene.....
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    The Help You Need to Navigate Your Health Plan

    Insurance can be confusing. We’re here to help. Our Help Center can help you find the answers you need to use your benefits and get answers to key questions. Get Help in One Handy Place Bookmark the Help Center and visit often for quick, e...
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    Learn About Prescription Costs

    There are many things to know when it comes to getting the medicine you need. How much will it cost? Is there one that will work just as well but cost less? Does it matter where I go to get my prescription filled? And these are just a few. We have...
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    Everything You Need to Know About Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

    Along with acronyms for preferred provider organizations (PPOs) and health maintenance organizations (HMOs), add two more to your list. Both can help you pay doctor bills and save money. Health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts...
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    What Is an HMO?

    An HMO — or health maintenance organization — can help keep your costs lower and more predictable compared to other types of plans. With one doctor to coordinate your care, an HMO health plan is easy to use. An HMO health plan offers: Mo...
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    How to Find In-Network Providers

    There’s a lot to think about when deciding where to get health care – cost, networks, location and more. Being informed does not have to be tricky. We have resources available to help you make the best decision for you. Your online m...
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    Support Is Available for Members with Chronic Conditions

    We are committed to helping members with chronic conditions maintain a higher quality of life. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma offers no-cost programs to educate and support members with diabetes, asthma, congestive heart failure, coronary...
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    We’re Here for You

    Your questions are important to us. Our customer advocates are here to help you. Please call us if you have any questions or concerns about your benefits. To reach customer service, call the number on your member ID card between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m...
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    Know Where to Go When Minutes Count, or Anytime

    It’s important to know where to go when you need care. Sometimes the choice is clear. If you’re having signs of a heart attack or stroke, it’s best to go to an emergency room (ER). But what if you have a sore throat? Or an upset sto...
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    What’s In Your Benefit Book?

    This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan. In some of the emails, letters and other communications you get from us, you may notice the phrase, “See your Benefit Book for details.” That’s be...
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    Why Verifying Your Identity Is Worth Your Time

    Any time you call us with questions about your account or benefits, our automated system asks you to enter your name and member ID before routing your call. That may be frustrating at the time, especially if you need to call more than once. But takin...
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    Self-Management Programs: Quitting Tobacco and Staying Tobacco Free

    When you're ready to quit tobacco, you boost your chance for success. When that day comes, we’re here to help you stay strong. The Well onTarget® portal provides self-help programs, tips and tools to help you break free from tobacco. The di...
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