Blue Cross has a large network of providers, which means you have more options when it comes to choosing doctors and hospitals.
Blue Cross NC offers competitive pricing on Medicare plans, which can help you save money on healthcare costs.
There are two opportunities for everyone to switch plans: October 15 to December 7 and January 1 to March 31. Talk to an agent for additional information and exceptions.
Blue Cross offers wellness benefits, such as fitness programs and wellness coaching, to help you maintain your health and prevent illness.
Advantages include locking in rates, avoiding coverage gaps, wellness programs, and more.
All of our agents are based in North Carolina and are dedicated to serving the people of this state.
Run by the federal government
Hospital care
Skilled nursing facility care
Hospice care
Home health services
Run by the federal government
Doctor visits
Preventative services
Ambulance services
Physical and speech therapy
Part A benefits, including hospital visits, skilled nursing care and home health care
Part B benefits, such as doctor visits, outpatient care, screenings and lab tests
Prescription drug coverage (Part D coverage is included in most Medicare Advantage plans)
Help pay for prescription drugs including both brand-name and generic medications
A list of the drugs (also called a formulary) covered under the plan
A network of available pharmacies to choose from and mail order pharmacy services
Government-Managed
À La Carte Coverage
Accepted Nationwide
Enjoy travel & like customization
Insurance Company-Managed
Bundled Coverage
Accepted within a Network
Want extra benefits & need a spending cap
Original Medicare only covers some of your medical costs. That’s why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) offers reliable Medicare Supplement plans to help lessen the worries over what Medicare doesn’t cover. Choose from a variety of Blue Medicare Supplement plans to find the plan that best fits your needs and your budget.
Coverage for the costs not covered by Original Medicare (Parts A and B)
The freedom to see any Medicare-participating provider nationwide
Rates as low as $381
Flexibility to change plans
A healthy aging and exercise program
A program for significant savings on hearing aids
Blue Medicare Supplement plans provide savings and peace of mind for more than 234,000 North Carolinians across our state.2 As North Carolina’s preferred health insurer,3 people depend on Blue Cross NC's large network of providers and 87 years of experience to provide the knowledge and expertise they need, right in their own backyard.
All Blue Medicare Supplement plans feature the freedom to switch Medicare Supplement plans at specific times throughout the year. If your needs or budget change, simply change plans without having to answer additional health questions.4
You cannot be turned down for Blue Medicare Supplement, and may not have to complete a medical questionnaire, if you meet the following criteria:
You are age 65 or older, or under age 65 and are eligible for Medicare due to disability5
You enroll within six months of enrolling in Medicare Part B
You are not covered by certain Medicaid programs
You are a resident of North Carolina
If you enroll early, you may be eligible for a Medicare Supplement plan without waiting periods for pre-existing conditions. If you wait until after your deadline to enroll, you may have a waiting period for pre-existing conditions.
Most Blue Medicare Supplement plans include our healthy aging and exercise program, Silver&Fit. Enjoy a low-cost fitness membership at a fitness facility near you, or enroll in the Home Fitness Program and exercise in the comfort of your own home.6
TruHearing covers one hearing aid per ear per year for a low copay of $699 per TruHearing Advanced hearing aid or $999 per TruHearing Premium hearing aid. Also, as part of the program, a TruHearing provider will help you choose the best hearing aid for your lifestyle and unique hearing needs.7
in North Carolina
Many seniors enjoy living in Ashe County, which boasts a peaceful and welcoming community that can help make it easy for seniors transitioning to retirement. Home to around 27,000 seniors comprise around 27% of the population (and the county has a median age of 47.1 years). There are plenty of activities for seniors, such as visiting the Museum of Ashe County History, which showcases the county's rich history or attending the annual Ashe County Senior Games.
Seniors can access top-quality healthcare in the county, which is home to Ashe Memorial Hospital. The hospital provides senior medical services, including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The county is also easily accessible to several major healthcare facilities, including Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Other senior-friendly amenities include accessible transportation, various senior centers, and social programs. With a low cost of living, Ashe County is also an affordable option for many retirees on a fixed income.
Some popular towns to live in for seniors include West Jefferson (zip code 28694), Jefferson (zip code 28640), and Lansing (zip code 28643). West Jefferson is the county's largest city, providing senior-friendly housing options, social programs, and access to some excellent healthcare facilities. Jefferson and Lansing provide small-town charm, a welcoming community, and easy access to healthcare facilities.
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
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
Health Plans of NC, Kelly Quinn
Health Plans of NC, Kelly Quinn
Health Plans of NC, Kelly Quinn
Example for a female non-smoker, age 65. Premium rates can vary based on a number of factors. Contact Blue Cross NC or your authorized agent to learn more.
234,000; Blue Cross NC internal data for Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and stand-alone Part D as of October 2020.
Blue Cross NC Brand Tracking Study; Ipsos; July 2020.
Members of plans sponsored by Blue Cross NC will be able to change to other plans available when they purchased their original plan. Certain limits apply.
Guaranteed acceptance is limited to Plan A for those under age 65 who have Medicare due to disability.
Disclaimer: The Silver&Fit program is provided by American Specialty Health Fitness, Inc. (ASH Fitness), a subsidiary of American Specialty Health Incorporated (ASH). The program is not part of a member’s policy or benefits, and is not available on our Plan G-HD. All programs and services are not available in all areas. Please make sure to talk to a doctor before starting or changing an exercise routine. Silver&Fit, Fit at Home and the Silver&Fit logo are trademarks of ASH. Other names or logos may be trademarks of their respective owners. Home kits are subject to change. Not all YMCAs participate in the network. ASH does not offer Blue Cross NC products or services. Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.
Disclaimer: TruHearing is a registered trademark of TruHearing, Inc. TruHearing is an independent company and does not offer Blue Cross NC products or services. This program may change or be discontinued at any time.
Notes:
For costs and further details of the coverage, including exclusions, any reductions or limitations, and terms under which the policy may be continued in force, contact your agent or the company.
Plan A: BMS A, 12/18; Plan G: BMS G, 12/18; Plan G-HD: BMS HDG, 12/18; Plan K: BMS K, 12/18; Plan N: BMS N, 12/18.
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Ashe County ZIP Codes include: 28615, 28617, 28626, 28629, 28631, 28640, 28643, 28672, 28684, 28693, and 28694
