Benefits for Your Total Health
Part of the advantage to having a Blue Cross Group Medicare AdvantageSM plan is the benefits offered above and beyond standard health insurance. The availability, cost and level of coverage can vary from plan to plan, so check with Employee Services or your Summary of Benefits about your options. Here are some of the wellness solutions offered with our plans.
SilverSneakers® Fitness Program
Blue Cross Group Medicare Advantage plans include the SilverSneakers Fitness Program® to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. It helps you achieve your health and fitness goals with access to more than 17,000 fitness locations and online classes lead by certified instructors.
For more information, and to find SilverSneakers participating fitness locations:
- Visit SilverSneakers
- Call 1-888-584-7389 TTY 711, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET.
Blue Cross®, Blue Shield® and the Cross and Shield Symbols are registered service marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, an association of independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans.
SilverSneakers® is a wellness program owned and operated by Tivity Health, Inc., an independent company. Tivity Health and SilverSneakers® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Tivity Health, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries.
Rewards Program
The Rewards Program gives Blue Cross Group Medicare Advantage members a healthy and easy way to earn up to $100 in gift cards from national and local retailers. You receive a gift card of your choice for completing Healthy Actions throughout the year. Here are some of the Healthy Actions you can complete once per year:
- Annual flu vaccine
- Colorectal cancer screening
- Fall risk assessment
- Annual wellness visit
The Healthy Activity Portal is a website owned and operated by HealthMine, Inc., an independent company that has contracted with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois to provide digital health and personal clinical engagement tools and services for members with coverage through BCBSIL.
BCBSIL makes no endorsement, representations or warranties regarding third-party vendors and the products and services offered by them.
Registration is required to participate. Visit www.BlueRewardsIL.com to register and see what Healthy Actions earn rewards. Maximum annual rewards of $100 in gift cards. One reward per Healthy Action per year. Healthy Action dates of service must be in the current plan year. Healthy Actions that earn rewards are subject to change.
24/7 NurseLine
Blue Cross Group Medicare Advantage plan members can call a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get help with health concerns and general health tips. You can access the 24/7 Nurseline at 1-800-631-7023 TTY 711.
For medical emergencies, call 911. This program is not a substitute for a doctor’s care. Talk to your doctor about any health questions or concerns.
Blue365®
Blue365 offers premier health and wellness discounts to BCBSIL members and it is free to join.
You can find savings like:
- Discounts on exercise clothes and shoes
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness aids like Fitbits
- Savings on eye exams, glasses, contacts, and hearing aids
Check the Blue365 website regularly for the most current discounts.
The relationship between these vendors and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) is that of independent contractors. BCBSIL makes no endorsement, representations or warranties regarding any products or services offered by the above-mentioned vendors.
Blue365 is a discount program only for BCBSIL members. This is NOT insurance. Some of the services offered through this program may be covered under your health plan. Employees should check their benefit booklet or call the Customer Service number on the back of their ID card for specific benefit facts. Use of Blue365 does not change monthly payments, nor do costs of the services or products count toward any maximums and/or plan deductibles. Discounts are only given through vendors that take part in this program. BCBSIL does not guarantee or make any claims or recommendations about the program’s services or products. Members should consult their doctor before using these services and products. BCBSIL reserves the right to stop or change this program at any time without notice.