Residents of Forsyth County can choose from three healthcare options: Blue Advantage (Off Marketplace only), Blue Home in partnership with Novant Health, and Blue Local in collaboration with Wake Forest Baptist Health.
Blue Advantage gives you access to our largest nationwide network. This is a good option if you want a broad choice of in-network doctors, specialists and hospitals.
BLUE ADVANTAGE offers:
A network across North Carolina with more than 92% of doctors and 97% of hospitals1
Access to providers across the nation through BlueCard®2
Emergency services covered at the in-network benefit level regardless of where you go
Notes
Blue Cross NC Provider Internal Data; percentages indicated represent Blue Cross NC’s PPO Network as of May 31, 2024.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) www.bcbs.com/learn/glossary#B (Accessed October 2023). BlueCard coverage varies for each BCBS Plan. For more complete details, including benefts, limitations and exclusions, please refer to your certifcate of coverage.
Blue Advantage is available on and off Marketplace to residents in all North Carolina counties EXCEPT the following, where it is available only off Marketplace: Alamance, Anson, Cabarrus, Caswell, Chatham, Cleveland, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Forsyth, Franklin, Gaston, Johnston, Lee, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Orange, Person, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes, Surry, Union, Wake, and Yadkin.
Blue Home with Novant Health1 is a good option if you wish to get care from Novant Health’s provider network and its affiliated doctors and hospitals. Since the majority of doctors in this plan are in the same network, it’s easier for them to work together on your behalf.
Novant Health’s network of hospitals, doctors and affiliated providers including over 2,000 physicians.2
A provider network that includes more than 850 locations, including Novant Health’s not-for-profit integrated system of 19 medical centers.2
All doctors outside the Novant Health provider network are considered out-of-network and not covered for Blue Home with Novant Health. Out-of-network benefit coverage is not available except for emergency services, urgent care and for medically necessary covered services when an in-network provider is not reasonably available per the access to care standards of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC).
Out-of-state providers are also out-of-network and not covered. When traveling outside of North Carolina or the United States, only emergency services and urgent care will be covered at the in-network benefit level. All other non-emergency services will be out-of-network and not covered.
Notes
Blue Cross NC has collaborated with Novant Health to bring you Blue Home with Novant Health. Blue Home with Novant Health is a health insurance plan offered by Blue Cross NC that provides access to a limited network of providers. Novant Health is an independent company that is solely responsible for the physicians and medical facilities it owns and operates. Novant Health does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services.
Novant Health, www.novanthealth.org/home/about-us/company-information.aspx (Accessed August 2024).
Blue Home with Novant Health is available on and off Marketplace to residents of these North Carolina counties: Cabarrus, Davidson, Forsyth, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stokes, Union, and Yadkin.
Blue Local with Atrium Health 1 is a good option if you wish to get care from Atrium Health and its affiliated doctors and hospitals. Since the majority of doctors in this plan are in the same health care system, it’s easier for them to work together on your behalf.
BLUE LOCAL with Atrium Health offers:
A provider network that includes: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center – named “Best Hospital” in the Charlotte metro region.2
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist (pre-eminent academic health system).3
Two children’s hospitals: Levine Children’s Hospital (nationally ranked in eight specialties)4 and Brenner Children’s Hospital.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center – one of only three comprehensive cancer centers in North Carolina.5
26 hospitals and more than 650 care locations in NC and SC.6
All doctors outside the Atrium Health provider network are considered out-of-network and not covered for Blue Local with Atrium Health, including: CaroMont Health, Cone Health, Novant Health and their affiliated providers. Out-of-network benefit coverage is not available except for emergency services, urgent care and for medically necessary covered services when an in-network provider is not reasonably available per the access to care standards of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC).
Out-of-state providers are also out-of-network and not covered. When traveling outside of North Carolina or the United States, only emergency services and urgent care will be covered at the in-network benefit level. All other non-emergency services will be out-of-network and not covered.
Notes
Blue Cross NC has collaborated with Atrium Health to bring you Blue Local with Atrium Health, a health insurance plan offered by Blue Cross NC that provides access to Atrium Health’s comprehensive network of providers. Atrium Health is an independent company and is solely responsible for the physicians and medical facilities it owns/operates. Atrium Health does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services.
Atrium Health, atriumhealth.org/about-us/newsroom/news/atrium-health-earns-multiple-us-news-and-world-report-honors (Accessed September 2023).
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, www.wakehealth.edu/about-us (Accessed August 2022).
Atrium Health, www.atriumhealth.org/about-us (Accessed August 2022).
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, www.wakehealth.edu/locations/facilities/comprehensive-cancer-center (Accessed September 2023).
Atrium Health, https://2023yir.advocatehealth.org/ (Within the full report) (Accessed September 2024).
Blue Local with Atrium Health is available on and off Marketplace to residents of these North Carolina counties: Anson, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Gaston, Guilford, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Randolph, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes, Union, Wilkes and Yadkin.
Blue Care gives you access to our largest statewide network. This is a good option if you want a broad choice of in-network doctors, specialists and hospitals.
BLUE CARE offers:
More than 92% of doctors and 97% of hospitals in North Carolina are in-network.1
All doctors outside the Blue Care provider network are considered out-of-network and not covered. Out-of-network benefit coverage is not available except for emergency services, urgent care and for medically necessary covered services when an in-network provider is not reasonably available per the access to care standards of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC).
Out-of-state providers are also out-of-network and not covered. When traveling outside of North Carolina or the United States, only emergency services and urgent care will be covered at the in-network benefit level. All other non-emergency services will be out-of-network and not covered.
in Forsyth County
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, provides a comprehensive range of medical and healthcare facilities to cater to the needs of individuals and families in the area. From hospitals and medical centers to specialized clinics, residents can access diverse healthcare services.
Wake Forest Baptist Health is a renowned healthcare system in Winston-Salem. It includes Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, a leading academic medical center that offers advanced healthcare services across various specialties. The medical center houses the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Heart & Vascular Center, and the Brenner Children's Hospital, which provides specialized pediatric care.
Novant Health is another prominent healthcare provider in Winston-Salem. Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center is a flagship hospital within the system, offering a comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, surgical procedures, and specialized treatments. Novant Health also operates several primary care and specialty clinics throughout the city, ensuring convenient access to healthcare services for the community.
For individuals seeking specialized care, Winston-Salem hosts numerous healthcare centers. The Eye Care Center at Wake Forest Baptist Health focuses on providing comprehensive eye care services, including routine exams, vision correction, and treatment of eye diseases. The Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity at Wake Forest Baptist Health focuses on addressing health disparities and promoting health equity in the community.
Winston-Salem is also home to various medical practices and primary care clinics. Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine, Wake Forest Baptist Health Family Medicine, and Novant Health Primary Care are among the many options available for individuals and families seeking routine healthcare, preventive care, and management of chronic conditions.
Additionally, Winston-Salem features several specialized healthcare facilities. The Wake Forest Baptist Health Outpatient Rehabilitation Center offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services. The Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home provides compassionate end-of-life care for patients and support for their families.
Overall, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, boasts a robust healthcare infrastructure with a wide range of medical facilities and services. Whether primary care, specialized treatments, or advanced medical procedures, residents can access comprehensive healthcare options to meet their individual and family needs.
Health Plans of NC, Kelly Quinn
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