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Preventive Care or Medical Care? Learn the Difference

BCBSOK Connect Team May 29, 2025

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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BCBSOK Offers Members Timely Access to Health Care

BCBSOK Connect Team May 29, 2025

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and BlueLincs HMOSM provide members with access to a wide range of health care providers to meet your medical needs. Guidelines for Health Care Appointments The following guidelines help members access their...
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Get to Know Your Medical Tests: Preventive vs. Diagnostic

BCBSOK Connect Team May 28, 2025

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 ....
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Saving Money Is Simple with Blue365

BCBSOK Connect Team May 28, 2025

If you like saving money, check out Blue365®. You have lots of chances to save big with the free health and wellness discount program offered to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK) members. Who Can Use Blue365? Any member o...
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Save Money on Health and Fitness Products with Blue365

BCBSOK Connect Team May 27, 2025

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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HMO Members: Learn Where to Go for Care

BCBSOK Connect Team May 8, 2025

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

BCBSOK Connect Team May 8, 2025

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...
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Member Services Offers Concierge Customer Service

BCBSOK Connect Team May 8, 2025

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...
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Men, Make Your Health a Priority

BCBSOK Connect Team May 1, 2025

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?

BCBSOK Connect Team April 24, 2025

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

BCBSOK Connect Team April 11, 2025

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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Need Specialty Care? Check with Your PCP First

BCBSOK Connect Team April 10, 2025

This article is intended for HMO members. Your primary care provider (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...
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Planning International Travel this Summer? Check Your Coverage Options

BCBSOK Connect Team April 10, 2025

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.....
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Health Insurance Terms: What Is Recommended Clinical Review?

BCBSOK Connect Team March 28, 2025

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

BCBSOK Connect Team March 12, 2025

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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