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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.

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Which Path is Best For You?

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Blue Medicare Supplement

Blue Medicare Supplement from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

Blue Medicare Supplement ℠ from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

Enrolled in Part A and Part B? Get more with Blue Medicare Supplement 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.

With Blue Medicare Supplement, you’ll enjoy:

• Coverage for the costs not covered by Original Medicare (Parts A and B) • The freedom to see any Medicare-participating provider nationwide that accepts Medicare • Rates as low as $36.50 per month 1 • Flexibility to change plans • Access to FitOn Health • Significant savings on hearing aids

Blue-to-Blue ℠: Flexibility to change

With some insurers, you can get locked into a plan that may not be right for you. But thanks to our exclusive Blue-to-Blue program, if your needs change over time, Blue Cross NC gives you the flexibility to switch Medicare plans:2 • Without additional medical exams • Without underwriting or additional health questions • Without any hassle

Guaranteed acceptance

You cannot be turned down for Blue Medicare Supplement, and may not have to complete a medical questionnaire, if you meet all of the following criteria:

• You are age 65 or older, or under age 65 and are eligible for Medicare due to disability 3 • 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

No waiting periods

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.

FitOn Health program

FitOn Health is a fitness and health platform that gives you access to 13,000+ gyms and studios, including popular gyms like O2, Life Time, YMCAs and more.4 With up to $112 per month (no rollover) to spend, we’re giving you the flexibility to choose the best fitness options for you. Use the funds on:

• The gym(s) of your choice (even if it’s not in our network!) • In-person classes • Premium FitOn equipment like yoga mats, dumbbells and more Plus, enjoy unlimited use of the digital platform with live and on-demand classes with expert instructors, activity tracking, nutrition programs and more.

TruHearing® program

TruHearing covers one hearing aid per ear per year for a low copay of $699 for Advanced hearing aids or $999 for Premium hearing aids. Also, as part of the program, a TruHearing provider will help you choose the best hearing aid for your lifestyle and unique hearing needs.

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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, 1/24; Plan G: BMS G, 1/24; Plan G-HD: BMS HDG, 1/24;Plan K: BMS K, 1/24; Plan N: BMS N, 1/24. • Agent/Agency is an independent authorized Agent/Agency licensed to sell and promote products from Blue Cross NC. The content contained in this site is maintained by Agent/Agency. • Medicare Supplement insurance plans are not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. • Policy benefits are limited to those approved by Medicare for payment. Disclaimers: • Blue Cross NC contracts with independent companies to provide supplemental benefits. These companies are responsible for the services they provide. They do not provide Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services. Marks and trade names are property of their respective owners. This fitness program is not an insurance offering. • TruHearing is a registered trademark of TruHearing, Inc. TruHearing is an independent company and does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services. This program may change or be discontinued at any time. 1 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 Independent Agent to learn more. 2 Blue-to-Blue is only available when you switch from one Blue Cross NC medical plan (limitations apply) to a Blue Cross NC Medicare plan. You may only switch during designated times of the year. Certain other limits apply. Contact the plan or your Authorized Independent Agent for more information. 3 Guaranteed acceptance for those under age 65 who have Medicare due to disability is limited to Plan A and Plan G. 4 In-network gyms are subject to change. ®, ℠ are marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, an association of independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans. All other marks and names are property of their respective owners. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. U4093, 12/24

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Bladen County

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Bladen County, North Carolina, is ideal for seniors and retirees. With a population of around 32,000, it offers seniors a quiet, rural setting and an affordable cost of living. Seniors will also find plenty of fun activities nearby, including visiting the historic Turnbull Plantation, dating back to the early 1800s. The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers educational exhibits and interactive experiences for all ages, and the county has several parks and recreational facilities that cater to seniors. For example, the Senior Center in Elizabethtown offers diverse programs and activities.

For retirees on a fixed income, an average home price of around $116,000 is appealing. And the county's natural beauty also offers a sense of tranquility that many seniors find attractive. For healthcare needs, seniors can access several high-quality healthcare facilities, including Bladen County Hospital and Southeastern Regional Medical Center. Both provide comprehensive medical care for seniors.

The county seat of Bladen County is Elizabethtown (zip code 28337), home to around 3,500 locals. Other towns, including Bladenboro (zip code 28320) and Clarkton (zip code  28433), offer seniors various amenities, such as shopping, dining, and entertainment. With so many amenities and healthcare services, it’s no wonder Bladen County is attractive to seniors.

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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Bladen County ZIP Codes include: 28306, 28320, 28332, 28337, 28384, 28392, 28399, 28433, 28434, and 28448

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