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    Enrolled for 2026? Here’s What to Expect Next

    When you enrolled in your 2026 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK) health plan, you started a chain reaction.* We have been hard at work for several months preparing a journey just for you. Welcome Communications First, if you chose elec...
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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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    Need to See a Specialist?

    When you’re not feeling well, you might call your primary care doctor. With a little care, your doctor may have you on the road to recovery in no time. But what if your health issue is more serious? Your primary care doctor may say you need to ....
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    Get Pregnancy and Newborn Info with Special Beginnings

    Pregnancy is a time of excitement and planning, but it's also a time of questions and concerns . We want to make sure you have the support you need as you go through this special journey. Our Special Beginnings® program is designed to he...
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    Three Reasons Why Your Small Business Should Offer Health Insurance

    Small business owners have a lot of decisions to make. Some are fun and creative. Others affect the bottom line. Owners who offer health benefits to their employees enjoy a number of business advantages. Here are a few. More Productive Employees...
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    Find Healthy Deals with Blue365

    Do your shopping lists never end? Are you a champion bargain hunter? Then Blue365® is perfect for you. Blue365 is a discount service that saves you money on a variety of everyday needs and healthy lifestyle aids. How Does It Work? Any member of a...
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    HMO Members: Learn About Your Out-of-Network Health Care Options

    This article is intended for HMO members enrolled in an employer health insurance plan. BlueLincs HMOSM members are required to get prior authorization or precertification for services that are not done by your primary care provider (PCP). You’....
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    PPO Members: Learn About Your Out-of-Network Health Care Options

    This article is intended for PPO members enrolled in an employer health insurance plan. As a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma PPO member, you get the highest level of benefits and have lower out-of-pocket costs by staying in your health plan&rs...
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    Open Enrollment — Time to Choose Your 2026 Plan

    The open enrollment period can be confusing. Premiums. Deductibles. Coinsurance. Networks. We can help. Here are three important steps to help you prepare for this year’s open enrollment for 2026 health insurance coverage. Step 1: Make Note of.....
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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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    Know Your Colorectal Cancer Screening Options

    Getting screened for colon cancer is an important way to protect your health. Colon cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. But colon cancer can be successfully treated when it is found and treated early. Until it grows or...
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    Unlock Savings on Health Care

    No one likes to pay for health care. But we need health care to help us stay healthy, manage health conditions and get care when we need it most. Health insurance protects us from the financial burden of unexpected medical costs. There are many ways...
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    What is a High-Deductible Health Plan and How Does It Work?

    When buying health insurance, we all want to choose the best plan for our needs. One plan worth considering is the high-deductible health plan (HDHP). It is also sometimes called a consumer-driven health plan (CDHP). The HSA-qualified HDHP ...
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    Get Care Online with Virtual Visits

    Are you missing out on the convenience of telemedicine? Telemedicine allows you to have virtual health care visits using your computer, phone or tablet. These types of health care visits are a quick, easy way to bring the doctor to you. Say you&rsqu...
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    Check Your Updated Drug List

    Medicines play a major role in preventing and treating many health problems. That is why a prescription drug benefit is included in most health plans. Many Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma plans have a prescription drug list (also known as...
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