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    Keep Health Issues in Check with Telehealth Visits

    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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    Our Customer Service, Appeals Process Can Help

    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

    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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    Know Your Plan, Know Your Benefits

    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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  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/OK_5F00_only_5F00_multi_2D00_language_5F00_support.jpg

    Multi-Language Support Is Available

    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

    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...
    • 28007 Views
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    Get Fit and Save in August

    Well onTarget, the Fitness Program and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check Blue Access for MembersSM or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. If you’re looking to stay in shape, or get back in shap....
    • 8557 Views
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    Earn Rewards with Blue Points

    This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan through the health insurance marketplace (not those who have coverage through an employer). Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Ch...
    • 57197 Views
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    What is a Health Insurance Deductible?

    When it comes to paying for your health insurance there are three main parts: Your deductible, your coinsurance and your monthly premium. Your health insurance deductible is the amount you must pay before the health plan starts paying for your covere...
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  • https://connect.bcbsok.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/pharmacy_2D00_vs_2D00_medical.jpg

    Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

    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....
    • 1874 Views
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    Having a Health Care Procedure? You Could Earn Cash with Members Rewards

    Did you know you can shop and compare costs for hundreds of health care procedures online? Just like shopping for new tires for your car or a new computer, doing a little comparison shopping can really pay off. The price of health care services can...
    • 8620 Views
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    Save Money with Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

    MedsYourWay® is not available to all members. Check your plan materials or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have this program. You may be able to pay less for your prescription drugs with our drug discount card benefit program. MedsY...
    • 1473 Views
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    Do Your Prescription Drugs Need Prior Authorization?

    Have you ever gone to pick up a new medicine, only to have the pharmacist tell you it needs prior authorization? It happens to many of us. Here are things you can do to avoid leaving empty handed. When you receive a new prescription, ask your doctor...
    • 4152 Views
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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...
    • 3805 Views
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    Preventive Care or Medical Care? Learn the Difference

    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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