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Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

BCBSOK Connect Team July 30, 2026

It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. One of the best ways to save on the drugs you are prescribed is to make sure you understand how your health plan benefits work. A good place to start is to answer this question: Is my prescr....
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Our Customer Service, Appeals Process Can Help

BCBSOK Connect Team July 30, 2026

We want you to be happy with your health plan. If you don’t understand a benefit decision made by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma or BlueLincs HMOSM, first call customer service. In most cases, a customer service representative will be a....
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Let Us Help You Understand Your Health Plan

BCBSOK Connect Team July 30, 2026

This article is intended for HMO members. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and BlueLincs HMOSM support our members’ communication needs. We use software to help make sure the information we send is easy to understand. If you are language,....
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What Is Coordination of Benefits?

BCBSOK Connect Team July 28, 2026

When you need care and are on two different health insurance plans, your insurers will coordinate your benefits (COB). This helps you get maximum coverage when you need it. If you’re covered by two different health plans, your provider may fil.....
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Know Your Plan, Know Your Benefits

BCBSOK Connect Team July 9, 2026

This article is intended for HMO members. As an informed consumer, you should know about the benefit exclusions and limits of your health plan. Your BlueLincs HMOSM exclusions and limits are listed in your schedule of benefits. To see the exclusions...
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Multi-Language Support Is Available

BCBSOK Connect Team July 8, 2026

If you or someone you are helping has questions and English is not your primary language, you have the right to get help and information in your primary language at no cost. To speak to an interpreter, call the customer service number on your member...
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Staying In-Network Can Help Cut Costs

BCBSOK Connect Team July 8, 2026

When you shop, you probably keep an eye on costs. You want to buy the things you need at a fair price. What about when you’re shopping for health care? Using providers in your health plan’s network can help you save money. A network inclu...
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Keep Health Issues in Check with Telehealth Visits

BCBSOK Connect Team July 8, 2026

Does your health plan offer telehealth visits with doctors in your plan’s network? Now's a good time to check. It may be just what you need to stay on top of your health. During the pandemic, more health care facilities turned to telehealth vi.....
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Get Fit and Save in August

BCBSOK Connect Team July 6, 2026

Well onTarget, the Fitness Program and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check your online account information or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. If you’re looking to stay in shape, or get b...
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Having Trouble Setting Up Your Premium Payments?

BCBSOK Connect Team June 29, 2026

We encourage members to make payments by electronic funds transfer and to set up monthly premium payments using Auto Bill Pay electronic funds transfers. When you’re first getting started, using electronic funds transfer helps us process your e....
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Preventive Care or Medical Care? Learn the Difference

BCBSOK Connect Team June 9, 2026

Many people may not know that there are two types of care you can receive when you go to the doctor — preventive care and medical care. The type of care is different, and your costs may be different, too. Medical Care vs. Preventive Care Think.....
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Check Your Updated Drug List

BCBSOK Connect Team June 8, 2026

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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Save Money on Health and Fitness Products with Blue365

BCBSOK Connect Team June 8, 2026

If you’re looking for some great discounts on health-related products and services, check out the Blue365® program. It’s just one more advantage of being a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma member. You and your covered family me...
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Learn About Our Privacy Practices

BCBSOK Connect Team June 8, 2026

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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Find a Doctor Who's a Good Fit for You

BCBSOK Connect Team May 4, 2026

Sometimes you know it’s time for a change. But what if that change involves finding a new primary care doctor? Maybe you’ve moved, and it’s a long drive to your current doctor. Perhaps you’ve had changes in your health or life...
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