MEDICARE

Find the right care for your needs

Find in-network doctors, pharmacies, services, and drugs covered by your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) Medicare plan.
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We have you covered

Blue Medicare Advantage PPO and HMO medical benefits include:

  • Primary care provider and specialist visits
  • Inpatient hospital care and outpatient services, including mental health facilities
  • Preventive care
  • Emergency care
  • Diagnostic tests and radiological services
  • Vision, dental, and hearing services1
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Manage your medicine

Blue Medicare Advantage and Blue Medicare Rx members can go to any pharmacy in our network to pick up a prescription drug. Our network includes retail, long-term care, home infusion, Indian Health Service/Tribal/Urban Indian Health Program (I/T/U), specialty, and mail-order pharmacies.

Flu shot alert: Not all pharmacies can process a flu shot under your medical benefits and may require an upfront payment. Please check prior to receiving your flu shot.

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Take control of your health

Your Medicare Advantage plan includes an annual visit at no cost to you. Here's how to make the most of it.

During your Annual Preventive Care Visit, your doctor will screen and assess you to help detect potential health issues early. Taking care of issues before they get worse helps improve your health outcomes and quality of life.

You can get a $50 reward for completing your visit.

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Services and cost-saving details

Some Blue Medicare plans come with more than just your typical medical coverage. You'll find extra benefits that support your overall health and help you save money along the way.
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Tips for making the most of your plan

Your plan is designed to support your health goals. Understanding how to use your benefits can save you time, money, and stress.
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Know where to go for care

When you need medical care, it can be confusing to know where to go to get the right treatment.

Telehealth, urgent care, the emergency room, and your doctor's office all serve different purposes. Because each facility provides different kinds of care based on severity, the cost and visit time differ with each.

Knowing the right place to go can save you time and money and provide much-needed peace of mind.

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