Active Employees
With this plan, you need to choose a primary care provider. You have the convenience of selecting a doctor who is close to your home. If you visit a specialist, you will need a referral from your primary care physician in order to receive full benefits. Otherwise, your coverage will be limited to Medicare benefits only.
Doctors and Hospitals
After-Hours Care
If you need care and your doctor's office is closed, you have options:
Get medical advice from a Blue Cross nurse, 24/7, by calling the Blue Care LineSM toll-free at 1-888-247-BLUE (2583).
Visit a limited services clinic (such as CVS Minute Clinic®'').
Go to an urgent care center if you have an injury or illness that needs immediate attention but isn't life threatening.
Emergency Care
In an emergency, go to the nearest medical facility, or call 911. You pay a $50 emergency room copay.
