Residents of Clay County have the exclusive option of Blue Advantage. This plan guarantees access to an extensive network of healthcare providers, with over 95% of doctors and 98% of hospitals in North Carolina being part of the in-network providers.
Good option if you want a broad choice of in-network doctors, specialists and hospitals.
Our largest statewide network. Full statewide network with the most provider choice. More than 95% of doctors and 98% of hospitals in North Carolina are in-network (A1)
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.
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Clay County, in the west of North Carolina, is a popular place to call home for many families. It offers beautiful natural scenery, affordable living, and small-town charm. So it's easy to see why out of its 11,000 population, almost 20% are under 18 years old. In addition, families can access an excellent school system, with many of the county's schools consistently ranking among the top in the state. And it's served by Murphy Medical Center, a full-service medical facility offering emergency and surgical care. The county also boasts several primary care clinics and medical specialists so families can choose a physician that suits their needs.
As well as excellent amenities, young families can enjoy many fun activities in the county. For example, they can enjoy fishing or boating at Lake Chatuge or explore the many beautiful hiking trails at Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation Area. For art and culture lovers, the historic Hayesville Town Square is worth a visit, as is the Clay County Historical and Arts Council, which hosts events and exhibits about the area's rich history.
The county comprises several small towns and communities, including Hayesville, Shooting Creek, and Brasstown. Hayesville boasts a historic downtown area and is known for the John C. Campbell Folk School and Clay County Historical and Arts Council. Zip codes in Clay County include 28904, 28905, 28906, 28909, and 28902.
Angel Medical Ctr, 124 One Center Ct, Franklin, NC, 28734, (828) 524-8411
Cherokee Indian Hospital, 1 Hospital Rd, Cherokee, NC, 28719, (828) 497-9163
Erlanger Western Carolina Hosp, 3990 E US 64 Alt, Murphy, NC, 28906, (828) 837-8161
Harris Regional Hospital, 68 Hospital Rd, Sylva, NC, 28779, (828) 586-7000
Haywood Regional Medical Ctr, 262 Leroy George Dr, Clyde, NC, 28721, (828) 456-7311
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, 190 Hospital Dr, Highlands, NC, 28741, (828) 526-1200
Swain Community Hospital, 45 Plateau St # 230, Bryson City, NC, 28713, (828) 488-2155
Transylvania Regional Hospital, 260 Hospital Dr, Brevard, NC, 28712, (828) 884-9111
Unity Healing Ctr, 448 Sequoyah Trl, Cherokee, NC, 28719, (828) 497-1800
Angel Medical Ctr, 56 Medical Park Dr, Franklin, NC, 28734, (828) 542-8411
Asheville Cardiology Assoc, 190 Hospital Dr # 104, Highlands, NC, 28741, (828) 274-6000
Atlanta Gastroenterology Assoc, 145 Medical Park Ln # K, Murphy, NC, 28906, (404) 257-9000
Center For Family Medicine, 55 Holly Springs Park Dr, Franklin, NC, 28734, (828) 349-3550
Haywood Regional Medical Ctr, , Waynesville, NC, 28786, (828) 452-8070
Mission Community Primary Care, 57 White Owl Ln, Cashiers, NC, 28717, (828) 743-2491
Mission Health Ctr Highlands, 190 Hospital Dr, Highlands, NC, 28741, (828) 526-4942
Mission Urology-Brevard, 89 Hospital Dr # C, Brevard, NC, 28712, (828) 883-5858
Murphy Medical Ctr Emergency, 3990 E US 64 Alt, Murphy, NC, 28906, (828) 837-8300
Murphy Medical Ctr Human RSRCS, , Murphy, NC, 28906, (828) 835-7683
Murphy Medical Ctr Radiology, 3990 E US 64 Alt, Murphy, NC, 28906, (828) 835-7540
Murphy Medical Ctr, 3990 E US Highway 64 Alternate, Murphy, NC, 28906, (828) 835-7502
Murphy Medical Ctr, 4130 115 Highway 64 E, Murphy, NC, 28906, (828) 835-7505
Orthopedics-Sports Medicine, 190 Riverview St, Franklin, NC, 28734, (828) 349-8260
Ozarks Medical Ctr, PO Box 330, Marble, NC, 28905, (417) 257-5802
Primary Care Franklin, 190 Riverview St, Franklin, NC, 28734, (828) 349-6800
VA Medical Ctr, 45 HI Lane St, Canton, NC, 28716, (828) 298-7911
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A1. Blue Cross NC Provider Internal Data; percentages indicated represent Blue Cross NC's PPO Network as of July 22, 2022. Note: Not all plans are available in all areas.
B1. 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.
B2. NovantHealth, www.novanthealth.org/home/about-us/company-information.aspx (Accessed August 2022).
C1. Blue Cross NC has collaborated with Atrium Health to bring you Blue Local with Atrium Health. Blue Local with Atrium Health is a health insurance plan offered by Blue Cross NC that provides access to Atrium Health’s limited network of providers. Atrium Health is an independent company that is solely responsible for the physicians and medical facilities it owns/operates and does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services.
C2. U.S. News & World Report, www.health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/nc/levine-childrens-hospital-PA6360280 (Accessed September 2022).
C3. AtriumHealth, www.atriumhealth.org/about-us/newsroom/news/2020/07/atrium-health-earns-multiple-honors-by-us-news-world-report (Accessed September 2022).
C4. AtriumHealth, www.atriumhealth.org/about-us (Accessed September 2022).
D1. Blue Cross NC has collaborated with Wake Forest Baptist Health to bring you Blue Local with Wake Forest Baptist Health. Blue Local with Wake Forest Baptist Health is a health insurance plan offered by Blue Cross NC that provides access to a limited network of providers. Wake Forest Baptist Health is an independent company that is solely responsible for the physicians and medical facilities it owns and operates. Wake Forest Baptist Health does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services.
D2. WakeForestBaptistHealth, www.wakehealth.edu/-/media/WakeForest/Clinical/Files/About-Us/2019FactBook.pdf (Accessed September 2022).
E1. Blue Cross NC has collaborated with UNC Health Care to bring you Blue Home with UNC Health Alliance. Blue Home with UNC Health Alliance is a health insurance plan offered by Blue Cross NC that provides access to a limited network of providers. UNC Health Care is an independent company that is solely responsible for the physicians and medical facilities it owns and operates. UNC Health Care does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services.
E2. UNC Health, www.unchealthcare.org/health-alliance/ (Accessed August 2022).
E3. U.S. News and World Report, www.health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/nc/university-of-north-carolina-hospitals-6360260 (Accessed September 2022).
E4. U.S. News and World Report, www.health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/nc/rex-healthcare-6361210 (Accessed September 2022).
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Clay County ZIP Codes include: 28902, 28904, and 28909