Tulsa, OK-- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK) is proud to provide health insurance options to every Oklahoman who needs the stability and comprehensive coverage of an individual plan, which is important now more than ever. As COVID-19 numbers continue to rise across the state, BCBSOK is committed to helping as many Oklahomans as possible, access health care coverage that fits their needs, during the pandemic and beyond.
BCBSOK is the only carrier that's stood with Oklahomans since the beginning of the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) health insurance marketplace and continues to have the largest network of doctors and hospitals, with plans in every zip code. The ACA marketplace open enrollment period runs from November 1-December 15, 2020, with coverage beginning on January 1, 2021.
"As the state's oldest and largest not-for-profit health insurer, we are committed to providing quality, cost-effective coverage to every person in Oklahoma," said BCBSOK President Joseph R. Cunningham, M.D. "I urge Oklahomans to look at their options and get covered in these unpredictable times, now more than ever."
Enrolling in health insurance can be confusing and overwhelming, which is why BCBSOK has a team of dedicated specialists available to help all Oklahomans in a virtual, one-on-one setting, from the comfort of their own home. BCBSOK's local Mobile Assistance Center team can:
• explain benefits; find the best plan to fit every budget and neeåd;
• check eligibility for financial assistance.
To set up an appointment with an Oklahoma-based BCBSOK specialist, visit BlueNearYouOK.com or call 888-346-9636. Bilingual assistance is available.
BCBSOK cares about the health and wellness of all Oklahomans and works hard to provide access to quality, affordable health care to all parts of the state. To ensure coverage in 2021, there are several ways to get information about BCBSOK plans:
• Online: view plan options here.
• In Person: visit a local health insurance agent in your area.
• Phone: call 888-346-9636; hablamos español.
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma Throughout its 80-year history, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma has been committed to meeting the health care financing needs of Oklahomans. As the state's oldest and largest private health insurer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma provides health care benefit plans for more than 800,000 Oklahomans. For more information, visit bcbsok.com. Blue Cross and Blue
Shield of Oklahoma is a Division of Health Care Service Corporation (which operates Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans in Texas, Illinois, Oklahoma, Montana and New Mexico), the country's largest customer-owned health insurer and fourth largest health insurer overall. Health Care Service Corporation is a Mutual Legal Reserve Company and an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.