Jul 24, 2024 Pharmacy & Prescriptions Diabetes, weight loss, and GLP-1s: Their connection and Blue KC’s coverage You may have heard about GLP-1s in advertising, the media, and among celebrities. But what are they and why are they seemingly everywhere? Originally approved to treat Type 2 diabetes, GLP-1s mimic the naturally occurring glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) and stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin after meals. Prescriptions of GLP-1s, such as Wegovy […]
Jul 23, 2024 Using Your Benefits Blue KC Has Your Smile Covered You probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your teeth, but your oral health is more important than you might realize. According to the Mayo Clinic, your oral health “offers clues about your overall health” and “problems in the mouth can affect the rest of your body.” Because dental health plays a vital […]
Jul 22, 2024 Using Your Benefits 6 Ways You Could Save on Prescriptions Everyone wants to pay less for prescription drugs. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) makes it a reality with Rx Savings Solutions (RxSS). RxSS finds more affordable prescription options that treat your conditions. You and your doctor decide what’s best for your health and budget. Here are the six most common […]
Jun 17, 2024 Using Your Benefits Reminder: Blue KC’s Customer Service Hours At Blue KC, we’re grateful for the opportunity to be your healthcare partner. As a reminder, Blue KC’s Customer Service hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Central Standard Time), Monday through Friday.* During these hours, you can reach our Customer Service team by calling the number listed on your member ID card, or by […]
Jun 14, 2024 Supplemental Benefits Summer Travel Medical Insurance – Know Your Coverage and Options Wherever your summer travels take you, take a minute before you leave to review your travel medical insurance coverage through your Blue KC plan and supplemental options available. Traveling domestically Emergency and urgent care For emergency and urgent care needs while traveling, your Blue KC plan has you covered. Log onto your member portal at […]
Jun 14, 2024 Using Your Benefits Save on Fitness with Blue365 Blue365 your way into fitness savings! Did you know as a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) member you have access to premier health and wellness discounts, and it’s FREE to join? Here are some current sweet deals: The Fitness Your Way® Program Pay just $19 a month on a gym […]