Duke Options

About Duke Options

How Blue Options Works

What Blue Options Gives You



The Most Options Available

Duke Options gives you Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Noth Carolina's largest network of doctors and hospitals, and the freedom to go outside that network for care. The only difference is in your out-of-pocket cost. Imagine - maximum flexibility, with the security of a large network. It's a brand new plan. It's Duke Options.

And that's not all. Duke Options also gives you access to a variety of preventive care and alternative medicine discount programs. So now, when you seek health care, you really have options. Learn more about Blue Extras

Sound Innovative?

Innovation is what you'd expect from the cross and shield, America's #1 health care brand.1 And we're leading the way with Duke Options. We've simplified the rules that make receiving health care frustrating and costly. So, now you can receive treatment with peace of mind. That's innovative health care designed around you.sm'

In-Network Ease

Some of the best doctors and hospitals in the state are at your fingertips, including Duke University Medical Center, Durham Regional Hospital and Raleigh Community Hospital. So, take advantage of it! Our networks are large, your copayments are low. And best of all, your in-network doctor handles all administrative details and files your claims. No messy paperwork. What could be easier?

Remember, if you do see an out-of-network provider, you'll be responsible for more of the cost of service. And you'll need to file your own claims and get plan approval.

Help Yourself Stay Healthy

Preventive care is vital to your health and safety. That's why we've made sure you're covered for routine physical exams, well-baby and well-child visits, immunizations, gynecological exams and Pap smears, as well as breast and prostate cancer screenings.2 With Duke Options, you have the power to keep yourself healthy!

Primary Reasons For Primary Care

We recommend choosing a Primary Care Provider (PCP) for several reasons. Your PCP:

  • Provides your routine health care
  • Saves you time and unnecessary copayments by recommending appropriate specialists
  • Is your first source for information
  • Helps you make decisions about your care
  • Communicates with other physicians treating you
  • Documents your care and keeps your records in one place
  • Charges only one low copayment for care