Does Medicare Cover Cardiologist Visits?
vered and what you might have to pay out of pocket. This article will help answer your questions about Medicare coverage for cardiologist visits and related heart tests. Learn More About Coverage With Our Free Medicare Course What Heart Tests Are Covered by Medicare? Medicare covers many tests to help diagnose and monitor heart conditions. […]
Does Medicare Cover Cardiac Stress Tests?
n Medicare, you might be wondering whether this important test is covered. In this article, we’ll answer that question and cover other key topics, such as the cost of the test, qualifications for taking it, and its accuracy compared to other tests. Learn More About Coverage With Our Free Medicare Course Does Medicare Cover a […]
Does Medicare Cover Fat Removal?
er Medicare covers fat removal procedures. This guide will help you understand what Medicare covers when it comes to weight loss and fat removal, including popular procedures like CoolSculpting, liposuction, and surgery for loose skin removal after significant weight loss. Learn More About Coverage With Our Free Medicare Course Does Medicare Pay for Procedures Like […]
Are You Eligible For A Subsidy?

What Are Federal Poverty Levels Used For? Federal Poverty Levels (which are also called Federal Poverty Guidelines, Federal Poverty Line, or simply FPL) are used to see if you qualify for cost assistance when buying insurance through the State or Federal Health Insurance Marketplace. Federal Poverty Levels Table Household Size 100% 250% 400% 1 $12,060 […]
Blue Advantage

Blue Advantage is a good option if you want a broad choice of doctors, specialists, and hospitals along with flexibility in how much you pay for doctor visits and prescription drugs. Blue Advantage Offers Not Available In The Following Counties Blue Advantage is available to most residents of North Carolina, except for these counties:
Blue Select

Choose Blue Select if you want savings along with access to our largest network of doctors, specialists, and hospitals. Blue Select offers two tiers of in-network benefits. You may choose from either tier, but for the highest quality and the most savings, choose from Tier 1. Blue Select Offers How Tiers Work Not Available In […]
Blue Value

Blue Value could be a good fit if you want savings on your monthly premium and don’t have a strong doctor or hospital preference, or if you know your doctor or hospital is already in the limited network. Blue Value Offers Availability Blue Value is available to residents of these North Carolina counties: Out-of-Network (OON) […]
The Affordable Care Act
In the Spotlight: Health Care Reform andEssential Health Benefits Today, health insurance covers a wide range of benefits but exactly what is included can vary based on where someone lives and the policy they purchase. Beginning January 2014, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will create a more uniform standard, requiring that all health insurance coverage for individuals […]
Blue Local with Duke Medicine and WakeMed

If you would like a closer relationship with your doctors, and enjoy the benefits of world-class health care at a lower cost, then this could be the right plan for you. Blue Cross NC and our partners Duke Medicine and WakeMed are giving the Triangle a new choice in health coverage. Blue Local Offers Availability […]
Understanding Medicare: A Quick Guide

Medicare is a federal health insurance program primarily designed to help people aged 65 and older in the United States, as well as certain younger individuals with disabilities or specific conditions. While many people have heard of Medicare, the details of how it works can be confusing. This guide will break down the essentials of […]