Fighting for Food Security with RAFI-USA
When COVID hit, many North Carolinians found themselves out of work. Grocery stores were emptied of fresh foods. Farmers struggled to stay afloat. Then one program stepped in to help.
5 min read | Community Health, Community Partners, Investments
Take advantage of these 3 unexpected health insurance benefits
Blue Cross NC health insurance policies include benefits such as free 24/7 telehealth services and resources to help you learn about your prescription medicines.
8 ways to stick with exercise and a healthy diet at home
Do you find yourself ditching healthy habits when you’re at home, even if you didn’t intend to? Here's how to stay on track.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle
Turning 65 Soon? Here’s What You Need to Know About Medicare
Now that you’re nearly eligible for Medicare, we'll help you start thinking about your insurance options and how you’ll pay for health care that Medicare doesn’t cover.
6 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Insurance Education
Supporting our Seniors Amid COVID-19
In the midst of COVID-19, many North Carolina seniors are facing social isolation and food insecurity. We partner with Meals on Wheels to deliver meals and smiles.
4 min read | Community Health, Community Partners, Investments, Public Health Challenges
Fall hikes: how to avoid crowds and find the trails less traveled
The gorgeous fall weather is luring more North Carolinians outdoors to hike and camp. Here are some tips for finding and exploring less-crowded trails.
3 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus, Explore NC, Fitness
Tips to Care for Someone With COVID-19
Taking care of someone with COVID-19? These tips will help you reduce your exposure and know the signs and symptoms to track.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
Fall hikes: how to avoid crowds and find the trails less traveled
The gorgeous fall weather is luring more North Carolinians outdoors to hike and camp. Here are some tips for finding and exploring less-crowded trails.
3 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus, Explore NC, Fitness
How to Manage OCD and Anxiety During the COVID-19 Outbreak
The COVID-19 outbreak has caused an increase in anxiety in just about everyone. If you already struggle with anxiety or OCD, here are a few tips from Dr. Patrick McGrath.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus, Mental Health
Tips to Care for Someone With COVID-19
Taking care of someone with COVID-19? These tips will help you reduce your exposure and know the signs and symptoms to track.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Coronavirus
Life changes? When and how to let your health insurer know
If you've recently gotten married, adopted a child, or changed your personal information, let your health insurer know. We can make sure you have the right coverage for the next phase of your life.
2 min read | Insurance Education
Planning for a Medical Procedure? Find Out What You Could be Paying (and Saving)
Health care costs shouldn't be mysterious. We're making our data public to help you search for common procedures and see how costs compare between nearby hospitals.
4 min read | Insurance Education, Simplifying Care, Tools and Services
Understanding The Appeals Process
Learn how to avoid a denied claim, and how to make an appeal if you do get a denial.
5 min read | Insurance Education
Expanding Access to Treatment for Substance Use Disorders in North Carolina
Blue Cross NC is committed to combating the substance use disorder crisis in our state through community partners, new solutions and industry-leading approaches.
4 min read | Industry Perspectives, Behavioral Health, Transforming Healthcare
The Costs of Surprise Medical Billing
Providers deserve to be paid fairly to treat patients. But we can all agree that sending huge surprise bills or engaging in medical price-gouging isn’t right.
Fighting for Food Security with RAFI-USA
When COVID hit, many North Carolinians found themselves out of work. Grocery stores were emptied of fresh foods. Farmers struggled to stay afloat. Then one program stepped in to help.
5 min read | Community Health, Community Partners, Investments
College students were hit hard by COVID-19. Here’s how we’re supporting them.
Blue Cross NC recognizes the lifetime impact that education can have on North Carolinians’ health. That's why we're supporting college students amid COVID-19.
6 min read | Community Health, Investments
Supporting our Seniors Amid COVID-19
In the midst of COVID-19, many North Carolina seniors are facing social isolation and food insecurity. We partner with Meals on Wheels to deliver meals and smiles.
4 min read | Community Health, Community Partners, Investments, Public Health Challenges
This Blue Cross NC employee challenges the status quo of health care
4 min read | Life at Blue Cross NC, Employee Spotlights
Get to know our CEO: Q&A with Dr. Tunde Sotunde
Get to know our CEO, Dr. Tunde Sotunde, and what drives him to make health care better and more equitable.
4 min read | Life at Blue Cross NC
Preeti Bhanap spends summer in virtual Innovation Garage
Preeti Bhanap shares about her summer internship, the challenges and rewards of working virtually, and her plans to pursue a career in health care.
3 min read | Life at Blue Cross NC, Employee Spotlights