Residents of Hertford 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.
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.
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Hertford County has a population of around 23,000, with an average age of only 41 years. It has a welcoming atmosphere with a strong sense of community, where residents feel connected and supported. Located in northeastern North Carolina, it's an excellent choice for young families, offering a low cost of living that's a major drawcard for families on a budget. In addition, several highly rated schools are available, making it an excellent choice for families with school-aged children. For healthcare needs, families can visit several highly rated healthcare facilities, such as the Vidant Roanoke-Chowan Hospital and the Hertford County Health Department.
In addition to great amenities, there are also lots of fun activities on offer throughout the county. For example, families can visit the Chowan Swamp Game Land and the Weyanoke Wildlife Sanctuary, which offer hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Several cultural attractions are also popular with families, including Roanoke-Chowan Heritage Center and the Hertford County History Museum, where families can learn about the area's rich history.
Some of the towns in Hertford County ( zip codes 27910, 27842, and 27986) include Ahoskie, Murfreesboro, and Winton. Ahoskie is the largest town in the county, home to around 5,000 people, with an excellent downtown shopping district and the Ahoskie Creek Recreational Complex. Murfreesboro is a smaller town with 2,800 residents, where families can enjoy visiting historic landmarks and beautiful parks. Winton, the county seat, is home to around 750 people and features peaceful rural surroundings and a quaint downtown area perfect for those seeking a quieter life.
ECU Health Bertie Hospital, 1403 S King St, Windsor, NC, 27983, (252) 794-6600
ECU Health Chowan Hospital, 211 Virginia Rd, Edenton, NC, 27932, (252) 482-8451
ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital, 111 Hospital Dr, Tarboro, NC, 27886, (252) 641-7700
ECU Health North Hospital, 250 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 535-8011
ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hosp, 500 Academy St S, Ahoskie, NC, 27910, (252) 209-3000
Martin General Hospital, 310 S Mccaskey Rd, Williamston, NC, 27892, (252) 809-6300
Outer Banks Hospital, 4800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, 27959, (252) 449-4500
Sentara Albemarle Medical Ctr, 1144 N Road St, Elizabeth City, NC, 27909, (252) 335-0531
Washington Regional Med Ctr, 958 US Highway 64 E, Plymouth, NC, 27962, (252) 793-4135
ECU Health Endocrinology-Ahsk, 226 Academy St S, Ahoskie, NC, 27910, (252) 209-3991
ECU Health Family Medicine, 1124 Harvey Point Rd, Hertford, NC, 27944, (252) 426-2946
ECU Health Family Medicine, 1385 Medical Center Dr # 4942, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 537-9176
ECU Health Heart-Vascular Care, 220 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 537-9268
ECU Health Internal Medicine, 104 Mark Dr, Edenton, NC, 27932, (252) 482-5171
ECU Health Multispecialty, 113 Virginia Rd, Edenton, NC, 27932, (252) 482-3047
ECU Health Neurology-Edenton, 203 Earnhart Dr # B, Edenton, NC, 27932, (252) 482-5868
ECU Health Orthopedics-Roanoke, 171 N Carolina 125, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 537-5631
ECU Health Pulmonology-Ahoskie, 222 Academy St S, Ahoskie, NC, 27910, (252) 209-3440
ECU Health Sleep Medicine, 240 Smith Church Rd # A, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 535-1082
Halifax Regional Med Ctr Inc, 250 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, Not Available
Island Medical Ctr, 715 US Highway 64, Manteo, NC, 27954, (252) 473-2500
Sentara Vascular Specialists, 5200 N Croatan Hwy # 6, Kitty Hawk, NC, 27949, (252) 255-6125
Signature Healthcare, 305 E 14th St, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 537-6181
Vidant Sleep Medicine-Roanoke, 240 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, (252) 535-1082
Health Plans of NC, Kelly Quinn
Hertford County ZIP Codes include: 27805, 27818, 27855, 27910, 27922, 27942, and 27986