Find Your Most Affordable Health Insurance Plan in Columbus County
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Columbus County residents have the choice of two healthcare options: Blue Advantage and Blue Value.
Best for
Good option if you are flexible which doctors you see or if your doctor or hospital are part of this smaller network.
The network is statewide, making it easy to get in-network care if you travel or have a child away at college.
Network
Limited statewide network for savings
Includes CaroMont Health, Frye Regional, New Hanover, Novant Health, UNC Health Alliance and Wake Forest Baptist Health
The following doctor/hospital networks are considered out-of-network for Blue Value: Atrium Health, Catawba Valley Health System, Duke Health and WakeMed. Out-of-state providers are also out-of-network. When traveling outside of North Carolina or the U.S., only emergency services will be covered at the in-network benefit level. All other non-emergency covered services will be covered at the out-of-network benefit level.
Availability
Blue Value is available on and off Marketplace to residents of these North Carolina counties: Alexander, Brunswick, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Columbus, Duplin, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, New Hanover, Onslow, Pender, and Surry.
Best for
Good option if you want a broad choice of in-network doctors, specialists and hospitals.
Network
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)
Availability
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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Columbus County
in North Carolina
Healthcare Facilities
Columbus County, located in North Carolina, offers a range of medical and healthcare facilities to cater to the needs of individuals and families in the area. These facilities ensure residents can access quality healthcare services, from primary care to specialized treatments.
Columbus Regional Healthcare System serves as the primary healthcare provider in the county. Columbus Regional Hospital is a full-service acute care facility offering a comprehensive range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation. A team of skilled healthcare professionals with advanced medical technology staff it.
Columbus County hosts various clinics and family medicine practices for primary care services. These facilities provide routine check-ups, preventive care, and management of chronic conditions. Notable clinics in the area include Columbus Regional Family Medicine, Whiteville Medical Clinic, and Tabor Family Medicine.
Columbus County also offers specialized care through specialty clinics and centers. For instance, the Columbus Regional Cancer Center specializes in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and support services. Additionally, the Columbus Regional Cardiology Clinic provides expertise in cardiovascular health.
Mental health services are also available in Columbus County. The Columbus Regional Behavioral Health Center offers psychiatric care, counseling, and therapy services for individuals of all ages. Moreover, private mental health practices and therapists are available in the area who specialize in different areas of mental health.
Columbus County has nursing homes and assisted living facilities such as Premier Living and Rehabilitation Center and Lake Pointe Assisted Living in supporting senior residents. These facilities provide long-term care, rehabilitation services, and assistance with daily activities.
Furthermore, Columbus County promotes wellness and preventive care through public health departments and community programs. The Columbus County Health Department offers various services, including immunizations, family planning, and health education programs.
In conclusion, Columbus County, North Carolina, provides a comprehensive healthcare infrastructure to meet the medical needs of individuals and families. With hospitals, clinics, specialty centers, mental health services, and facilities for seniors, the county ensures accessible and quality healthcare services for its residents.
Area Hospitals
Brynn Marr Hospital, 192 Village Dr, Jacksonville, NC, 28546, (910) 577-1400
Cape Fear Vly Bladen County, 501 S Poplar St, Elizabethtown, NC, 28337, (910) 862-5100
Columbus Regional Healthcare, 500 Jefferson St, Whiteville, NC, 28472, (910) 642-8011
Dosher Memorial Hospital, 924 N Howe St, Southport, NC, 28461, (910) 457-3800
ECU Health Duplin Hospital, 401 N Main St, Kenansville, NC, 28349, (910) 296-0941
Naval Medical Ctr Camp Lejeune, 100 Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC, 28547, (910) 450-4357
New Hanover Regional Med Ctr, 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28401, (910) 667-7000
New Hanover Regl Med Ctr-Rehab, 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28401, (910) 667-7835
NHRMC Betty H Cameron Women's, 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28401, (910) 667-7360
Novant Health Brunswick Med, 240 Hospital Dr NE, Bolivia, NC, 28422, (910) 721-1000
Novant Health New Hanover, 5301 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC, 28403, (910) 667-8100
Onslow Memorial Hospital, 317 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC, 28546, (910) 577-2345
Pender Memorial Hospital, 507 E Fremont St, Burgaw, NC, 28425, (910) 259-5451
Sampson Regional Medical Ctr, 607 Beaman St, Clinton, NC, 28328, (910) 592-8511
Southeastern Regional Med Ctr, 300 W 27th St, Lumberton, NC, 28358, (910) 671-5000
UNC Health Southeastern, 4300 Fayetteville Rd, Lumberton, NC, 28358, (910) 608-3078
Area Medical Centers
Bladen Lakes Cmnty Health Dntl, 73 Dixon St, Dublin, NC, 28332, (910) 879-1020
Carolinas Center For Surgery, 2145 Country Club Rd # 800, Jacksonville, NC, 28546, (910) 939-5759
Coastal Carolinas Health Allnc, 5305 Wrightsville Ave # M, Wilmington, NC, 28403, (910) 332-8017
Davis Regional Medical Ctr, Highway 17, Shallotte, NC, 28459, (910) 755-8121
ECU Health Heart-Vascular Care, 2145 Country Club Rd, Jacksonville, NC, 28546, (910) 478-4000
FDN At Mission Regl Med Ctr, 2001 S 17th St # A, Wilmington, NC, 28401, (910) 815-5002
Goshen Medical Ctr-Tabor City, 270 N US Highway 701 Byp, Tabor City, NC, 28463, (910) 653-1901
Goshen Medical Ctr, 1200 Hargett St, Jacksonville, NC, 28540, (910) 219-1082
New Hanover Regional Med Ctr, 112 Medical Village Dr, Wallace, NC, 28466, (910) 667-7000
New Hanover Regional Med Ctr, 200 Doctors Dr, Jacksonville, NC, 28546, (910) 667-7000
New Hanover Regional Med Ctr, Clinical Audit Services, Wilmington, NC, 28402, Not Available
Novant Health New Hanover Regl, 1415 Physicians Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28401, (910) 667-7406
Novant Health New Hanover Regl, 2250 Shipyard Blvd # 12, Wilmington, NC, 28403, (910) 662-7780
Nunnelee Pediatric Spec Clinic, 510 Carolina Bay Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28403, (910) 662-8888
Option Care Health, 131 Racine Dr # 100b, Wilmington, NC, 28403, (910) 791-7885
Sandy Shores Med Ctr-Urgent Cr, 13741 NC Highway 50 # C, Surf City, NC, 28445, (910) 777-2732
Southeastern Regional Med Ctr, 2002 N Cedar St # A, Lumberton, NC, 28358, (910) 738-3560
Southeastern Regional Med Ctr, 300 W 24th St, Lumberton, NC, 28358, Not Available
Southeastern Regional Med Ctr, 4895 Fayetteville Rd, Lumberton, NC, 28358, (910) 738-4554
Southeastern Regional Med Ctr, Pine Run Dr, Lumberton, NC, 28358, (910) 671-5583
Swansboro Medical Ctr PA, 718 W Corbett Ave, Swansboro, NC, 28584, (910) 326-5588
Tufts Medical Ctr Inc, 800 Wellington Ave, Wilmington, NC, 28401, (617) 636-5961
UNC Health Southeastern, 300 W 27th St, Lumberton, NC, 28358, (910) 671-5000
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Footnotes
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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Columbus County ZIP Codes include: 28423, 28424, 28430, 28431, 28432, 28436, 28438, 28439, 28442, 28450, 28455, 28456, 28463, and 28472