Blogs

What Is 3D Mammography?

2026-09-29T11:04:00Z

Women have choices when it comes to breast cancer screenings. A standard mammogram every one or two years is the recommended best practice for early detection. It can detect breast cancer up to three years before it can be felt. Since their introduc...(read more)

Know Your Colorectal Cancer Screening Options

2026-09-28T12:36:00Z

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 spre...(read more)

Looking for Ways to Save on Healthy Gifts?

2026-09-28T11:37:00Z

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...(read more)

Get to Know Your Medical Tests: Preventive vs. Diagnostic

2026-09-28T09:58:00Z

When your doctor orders a test for you, it’s important to know what type of test is ordered. There are two types, preventive and diagnostic. Knowing the difference between these two types of tests will help you better understand your treatment ...(read more)

HMO Members: Learn About Your Out-of-Network Health Care Options

2026-09-28T09:49:00Z

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’...(read more)

PPO Members: Learn About Your Out-of-Network Health Care Options

2026-09-28T09:33:00Z

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...(read more)

Get Fit and Save in October

2026-09-01T08:12:00Z

Well onTarget and the Fitness Program 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 back in sha...(read more)

What Is an HMO?

2026-08-27T20:35:00Z

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...(read more)

Check Your Updated Drug List

2026-08-27T17:40:00Z

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 a fo...(read more)

Your Health Plan Covers Reconstructive Surgery After a Mastectomy

2026-08-27T13:52:00Z

It’s normal to be anxious if you find out you need to have a mastectomy due to breast cancer. A mastectomy is the removal of one or both breasts. This procedure is most often performed to treat breast cancer. If you are facing this surgery, tak...(read more)

Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

2026-07-30T15:00:00Z

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...(read more)

Insurance Basics: Out-of-Pocket Maximum

2026-07-30T13:32:00Z

We know health care terms can be confusing. One you’re sure to run across is “out-of-pocket maximum.” What does it mean? How does it affect you and your family? How does it influence your choice of health plan? You share the cost of...(read more)

Plan Year Ending Soon? Make the Most of It

2026-07-30T10:11:00Z

If you’re the kind of person who needs a deadline to get things done, there may be a big one just around the corner. If your health plan year is ending soon, it’s a good time to review your health benefits. Doing so could be a boost to yo...(read more)

Our Customer Service, Appeals Process Can Help

2026-07-30T08:50:00Z

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...(read more)

Let Us Help You Understand Your Health Plan

2026-07-30T08:48:00Z

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,...(read more)