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Watauga County residents can choose from two healthcare options: Blue Advantage and Blue Care.

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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.

Network

  • More in-network providers in North Carolina, with over 95% of doctors and 98% of hospitals in-network1

  • Fewer restrictions on which providers you can see

  • Nationwide access to in-network providers through BlueCard®2

  • Emergency services covered at the in-network benefit level regardless of where you go for care

Notes

  1. Blue Cross NC Provider Internal Data; percentages indicated represent the Blue Cross NC PPO Network as of April 7, 2025.

  2. Covered in nearly 200 countries and territories worldwide through the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association BlueCard program. www.geo-blue.com/ (Accessed March 2025). BlueCard coverage varies for each Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan. For more complete details, including benefits, limitations, and exclusions, please refer to your certificate of coverage.

Availability

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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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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.

Network

  • 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.

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Healthcare Facilities

Watauga 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.

Watauga Medical Center serves as the primary acute care facility in the county. The hospital provides comprehensive services, including emergency care, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation. A team of skilled healthcare professionals with advanced medical technology staff.

Watauga County hosts various clinics and family medicine practices for primary care services. These facilities offer routine check-ups, preventive care, and management of chronic conditions. Notable clinics include Appalachian Regional Family Medicine, Boone Urology Center, and AppFamily Medicine.

Watauga County also offers specialized care through specialty clinics and centers. For instance, the Watauga Surgical Group specializes in surgical treatments and procedures. The High Country Breast Health Center also provides expertise in breast health and related services.

Mental health services are also available in Watauga County. The Appalachian 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.

Watauga County has nursing homes and assisted living facilities such as Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation and Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living to support senior residents. These facilities provide long-term care, rehabilitation services, and assistance with daily activities.

Furthermore, Watauga County promotes wellness and preventive care through public health departments and community programs. AppHealthCare, the local health department, offers various services, including immunizations, family planning, and health education programs.

In conclusion, Watauga 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

  • Alleghany Memorial Hospital, 233 Doctors St, Sparta, NC, 28675, (336) 372-5511

  • Ashe Memorial Hospital, 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC, 28640, (336) 846-7101

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Bapt, 1 Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC, 27157, (336) 713-4500

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Bapt, 1 Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC, 27157, (336) 716-2011

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Bapt, 1370 W D St, North Wilkesboro, NC, 28659, (336) 651-8100

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Bapt, Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC, 27157, (336) 716-2011

  • Atrium Health Wake Forrest, 250 Hospital Dr, Lexington, NC, 27292, (336) 248-5161

  • Davie Medical Ctr, 329 NC Highway 801 N, Bermuda Run, NC, 27006, (336) 998-1300

  • Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, 180 Parkwood Dr, Elkin, NC, 28621, (336) 527-7000

  • Lifebrite Community Hosp-Stks, 1570 NC 8 And 89 Hwy N, Danbury, NC, 27016, (336) 593-2831

  • Northern Regional Hospital, 830 Rockford St, Mount Airy, NC, 27030, (336) 719-7000

  • Novant Health Forsyth Med Ctr, 3333 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston Salem, NC, 27103, (336) 718-5000

  • Novant Health Kernersville Med, 1750 Kernersville Medical Pkwy, Kernersville, NC, 27284, (336) 564-4000

  • Novant Health Med Park Hosp, 1950 S Hawthorne Rd, Winston Salem, NC, 27103, (336) 718-0785

  • Novant Health Rehab Hosp An, 2475 Hillcrest Center Cir, Winston Salem, NC, 27103, (336) 754-3500

  • Novant Health Thomasville Med, 207 Old Lexington Rd, Thomasville, NC, 27360, (336) 472-2000

  • Old Vineyard Behavioral Health, 3637 Old Vineyard Rd, Winston Salem, NC, 27104, (336) 794-3550

  • Stokes Reynolds Meml Hosp Inc, Danbury, NC, 27016, (336) 593-5356

  • Watauga Medical Ctr, 336 Deerfield Rd, Boone, NC, 28607, (828) 262-4100

Area Medical Clinics

  • Appalachian Regional, 194 Doctors Dr, Boone, NC, 28607, (828) 386-2663

  • Appalachian Regional, 200 Hospital Ave # 6, Jefferson, NC, 28640, (828) 386-2663

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Bapt, 10 Medical Park Dr # 1, Lexington, NC, 27292, (336) 716-9253

  • Bethany Medical Ctr, 1908 Caudle Dr # 100, Mount Airy, NC, 27030, (336) 883-0029

  • Boone Urology Ctr, 400 Shadowline Dr # 103-104, Boone, NC, 28607, (828) 264-5150

  • Cone Health Medcenter Krnrsvll, 1635 N Carolina Highway 66 S, Kernersville, NC, 27284, (336) 992-5100

  • Cone Health Medcenter Krnrsvll, 1635 NC 66 S, Kernersville, NC, 27284, (336) 992-5100

  • Cone Health Outpatient Rehab, 1635 N Carolina 66 # 255, Kernersville, NC, 27284, (336) 992-4820

  • Department Of Emergency Med, Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC, 27157, (336) 716-4625

  • Harmony Center For Women, 381 Deerfield Rd, Boone, NC, 28607, (828) 268-8970

  • Hoots Memorial Hospital, , Yadkinville, NC, 27055, (336) 679-6728

  • Lexington Medical Ctr, 811 W Main St, Lexington, NC, 27293, (803) 936-7203

  • Lung Center, 870 State Farm Rd # 100, Boone, NC, 28607, (828) 386-2746

  • Novant Health Bariatric Sltns, 760 Highland Oaks Dr # 200, Winston Salem, NC, 27103, (336) 277-4380

  • Novant Health Ortho-Sports, 7138 Village Medical Cir, Clemmons, NC, 27012, (336) 893-2400

  • Sneak-A-Peek, 2501 Neudorf Rd, Clemmons, NC, 27012, (336) 247-5141

  • Thomasville Medical Ctr, 6233 Denton Rd, Thomasville, NC, 27360, (336) 476-2537

  • Wake Forest Bapt Health Davie, 329 N Carolina Highway 801 N, Bermuda Run, NC, 27006, (336) 998-1300

  • Watauga Medical Ctr Outpatient, 1200 State Farm Rd, Boone, NC, 28607, (828) 262-4153

  • WFU Baptist Medical Ctr, Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC, 27157, (336) 713-7700

  • WFU Baptist Medical Ctr, Orthopaedic Surgery, Winston Salem, NC, 27157, (336) 716-2093

  • WFUBMC, 1450 Professional Park Dr, Winston Salem, NC, 27103, (336) 659-2701

  • Wilkes Regional Med Ctr Axlry, 500 Courthouse Dr, Wilkesboro, NC, 28697, (336) 651-8100

  • Wilkes Regional Medical Ctr, 1370 W D St, North Wilkesboro, NC, 28659, (336) 651-8100

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Watauga County ZIP Codes include: 28604, 28605, 28607, 28608, 28618, 28679, 28691, 28692, and 28698

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