Category: Insurance Education
The health care system is complex and often confusing. We want to make sure your health insurance plan doesn’t feel the same way. See how we can help you get the most out of your plan – from explaining the most important health insurance terms to providing you with helpful tips on Blue Cross NC member services and tools.
Benefits of Telehealth
On March 6, 2020, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina expanded virtual access to health care providers in response to COVID-19.
5 min read | Insurance Education
Must-know tips to protect yourself and your family during hurricanes
Hurricane season is upon us, and experts think it will be one of the most active years of tropical storms to date. Here are some ways to prepare and...
An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Health Care
Grades aren’t generally considered to be matters of life and death, but some report cards can have grave implications for millions of us. When it comes to North Carolina’s...
Your guide to choosing a primary care doctor who’s right for you
Choosing a primary care provider can be a difficult decision. We’re here to make it easier...
How To Take Charge Of Your Dental and Vision Health Coverage
Dental and vision health have enormous impacts on our overall health. Here's how to start prioritizing your health in these areas...
Why is health care in America so expensive, and how can we address it?
If you've ever wondered why health care is so expensive, you're not alone. Here's what accounts for those costs and what we're doing to drive them down...
How to build a great relationship with your doctor
The doctor-patient relationship is one of the most important relationships in our lives. To make the most of it, we have to be active participants in our own care....
3 min read | Insurance Education
Prosthetics didn’t match her personality. That was before the Hero Arm.
Kate took a yearslong break from wearing a prosthetic arm, but with advancing technology, Kate discovered the 3D-printed Hero Arm...
Navigating In-Network and Out-of-Network Charges
Whether you’re signing up for a health plan, searching for a doctor or just checking to see if you owe anything, the terms “in-network” and “out-of-network” are bound to...
5 questions to ask before picking a health insurance plan
Health insurance can be complicated. We're here to help make it easier to understand. Here are three questions to ask yourself when shopping for an insurance plan...
3 min read | Insurance Education, Simplifying Care
What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? Find out if you’re eligible
Learn the difference between these two programs, including who's eligible and what benefits each program provides...
4 min read | Insurance Education, Simplifying Care
