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  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/how-check-drug-coverage.jpg

    How to Check Your Drug Coverage

    When your doctor says you need a prescription drug, one of your first thoughts may be, “How much will it cost me?” It’s an important thing to know, and there are several ways to find out. You might think about checking with your doc...
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    Learn About Our Privacy Practices

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma is committed to protecting our members' health information. You may have received information about our Notice of Privacy Practices (NOPP) on an Explanation of Benefits or ID card mailer. You can get BCBSOK&rsqu...
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    HMO Members: Learn Where to Go for Care

    This article is intended for HMO members. When someone becomes suddenly ill or injured, you want to get help right away. But it pays to stop for a second and think about what kind of care and facility is best. There are certain immediate health probl...
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    PPO Members: Learn Where to Go for Care

    This article is intended for PPO members. When someone becomes suddenly ill or injured, you want to get help right away. But it pays to stop for a second and think about what kind of care and facility is best. There are certain immediate health probl...
    • 1479 Views
  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/OK-only-concierge-customer-service.jpg

    Member Services Offers Concierge Customer Service

    It’s important to know that there is someone you can call for help with your health and your family’s health. Our customer advocates are specially trained and available to help you with questions or concerns about your health care plan. T...
    • 3631 Views
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    Men, Make Your Health a Priority

    You’re a healthy guy. You eat right and exercise. You’ve never even had a cavity. You may be feeling invincible and think it’s no big deal to skip an annual wellness check. But not so fast. Preventive screenings are important for yo...
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    Is Your Pharmacy In-Network?

    It makes sense to ensure your health care provider is in the network before you make an appointment. When you use an in-network provider and facility, you get the most from your health insurance plan. The same is true with your pharmacy. When you...
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    Planning a Trip? Be Sure to Pack Some International Health Insurance

    Almost 1 in 4 Americans have had a health issue while traveling abroad. Do you know what you would do if you were traveling outside the U.S. and got sick or injured? Many people expect that their U.S. health plan will cover them wherever they go...
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  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/OK-only-HMO-specialty-care.jpg

    Need Specialty Care? Check with Your PCP First

    This article is intended for HMO members. Your primary care physician (PCP) is your personal health care consultant. Your PCP works with you to coordinate all your health care needs. If you need a specialist's expertise, your PCP can refer you to...
    • 2097 Views
  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/planning_2D00_international_2D00_travel.jpg

    Planning International Travel this Summer? Check Your Coverage Options

    Are you planning to travel outside the U.S.? Whether work sends you abroad or you travel for fun, the key is to be prepared. Before you travel, learn about your international health insurance options in case you need care while you’re away. Co.....
    • 17608 Views
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    Health Insurance Terms: What Is Recommended Clinical Review?

    Sometimes, it seems like you need to bring a dictionary to the doctor’s office. Medical terms can be a mouthful. The names of prescription medicines don’t always roll off the tongue either. In fact, the lack of “simple speak” ...
    • 5612 Views
  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/5875.Meet-a-BVA-blog-image.jpg

    A Powerful 24/7 Resource: Meet a Benefits Value Advisor

    No doubt about it, the health care system can be confusing. When you have questions about your health care coverage. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois offers members a great go-to resource — Benefits Value Advisors (BVA). Get clear answers....
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  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/MedicationPrescriptions_5F00_143469949.jpg

    MyPrime.com – 24/7 Prescription Drug Access

    If you have prescription drug coverage through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Prime Therapeutics® is your pharmacy benefit manager. You can visit MyPrime.com (your PBM’s member website) on any mobile devices, l...
    • 17006 Views
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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...
    • 23006 Views
  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/get-an-explanation-EOBs.jpg

    Need an Explanation of Your Explanation of Benefits?

    You’ve been to the doctor and paid your copay. How are you going to know when your claim is filed and finalized? Simple — you'll get your Explanation of Benefits (EOB). Your EOB will break down the services you received, the co...
    • 22283 Views

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