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Thank you for being a Nebraska HeartlandBlue member. As a member, you have access to exclusive perks, as well as tools to manage your benefits.

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Earn over $175 for healthy choices for Vitality® 

Picture of persons feet runningDid you know that as a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska HeartlandBlue plan member, you have access to the Vitality program? This program is designed to help you achieve optimal health by rewarding you for healthy activities and choices.

With Vitality, you can earn over $175 in rewards by completing activities that contribute to your well-being. As you engage with the program, you'll earn points toward rewards and advance through different Status levels (Silver, Gold, and Platinum). Each time you reach a new Status level, you'll earn a status level reward ($25 for Silver, $50 for Gold, and $100 for Platinum) that can be redeemed in the online Vitality Mall.

You can also earn Vitality Bucks for each point accumulated, which can be redeemed in the Vitality Mall for gift cards and fitness devices. Vitality Bucks never expire, so you can save them up and purchase your desired items at any time.

There are many ways to earn points in the Vitality program, including taking the Vitality Health Review, engaging in physical activity, participating in online courses and webinars, attending preventive visits, setting and achieving health goals, and more. You can even sync your tracking device to your smartphone to track your progress and earn points for activities like walking, housework and grocery shopping.

So why wait? Start earning rewards for your healthy choices today with the Vitality program. It's free with your Nebraska HeartlandBlue plan, so take advantage of this opportunity to improve your health and well-being.

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Get an annual exam at no cost to you

Regular check-ups are a vital part of maintaining your health and well-being. An annual exam is an opportunity to assess your overall health, discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider and take proactive steps to prevent illness and disease.

One of the key benefits of getting an annual exam is the opportunity for early detection of potential health issues. By having regular check-ups, your health care provider can identify and address any health concerns before they become more serious. This can lead to better outcomes and a higher quality of life.

Another important aspect of annual exams is the opportunity for preventive care. Many health issues can be prevented or managed through lifestyle changes and early intervention. For example, getting regular screenings for conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and certain cancers can help detect these conditions early and prevent complications.

Your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska HeartlandBlue plan allows you to take advantage of preventive visits covered at 100% when you use an in-network provider. This means that you can get the preventative services you need without worrying about the cost, making it easier to prioritize your health.

Three tips to protect yourself from health care fraud

Looking to protect yourself from fraud, identity theft and scams? Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has information for you during National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) — March 3 – 9, 2024 — and any time of the year. 

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Grilled Angel Food Cake
Healthy recipe: grilled angel food cake

This grilled angel food cake recipe from the Mayo Clinic is a lighter dessert you indulge in after dinner. 

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Nebraska Blue Foundation. Empower. Support. Uplift.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska launches of Nebraska Blue Foundation, presents inaugural gifts

BCBSNE is proud to announce the launch of its new Nebraska Blue Foundation. The Foundation enables BCBSNE to make more significant and focused investments in promising programs and community initiatives across the state.

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Get Rewarded for Being Healthy

Earn over $175 in rewards for completing healthy activities — free as part of your health plan!

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Pay my Bill

With a variety of ways to pay your bills, you can feel confident paying just the way you want. We have multiple payment options available to individual members including the ability to pay online, in person or on the phone.

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Manage Medications

Nebraska HeartlandBlue Plans use Network J. You will pay less out of pocket on prescriptions filled with in-network pharmacies. You may also take advantage of home delivery services.

To find an in-network pharmacy: 

Log into your myNebraskaBlue account      Search for a Pharmacy

Prescription Drug Tiers (Formulary)

Prescription drugs are divided into tiers. The cost for each 30-day supply of a covered prescription drug depends on the tier in which the medication is listed. Nebraska HeartlandBlue Standard plans offer four prescription drug tiers.

TIER 1

GENERIC

Commonly prescribed generic drugs.

TIER 2

PREFERRED BRAND

Brand-name drugs that do not have a generic equivalent.

TIER 3

NON-PREFERRED BRAND
Higher-priced brand-name drugs that often have a generic equivalent.

TIER 4

SPECIALTY
Drugs used to treat complex conditions such as cancer. These drugs can be generic or brand name.

All other plans offer 6 prescription drug tiers.

TIER 1

PREFERRED GENERIC

Commonly prescribed generic drugs.

TIER 2

NON-PREFERRED GENERIC

Higher-priced generic drugs that cost a little more than Tier 1.
TIER 3

PREFERRED BRAND

Brand-name drugs that do not have a generic equivalent.
TIER 4

NON-PREFERRED BRAND

Higher-priced brand-name drugs that often have a generic equivalent.
TIER 5

PREFERRED SPECIALTY

Lower-cost specialty drugs. Used to treat complex conditions such as cancer.
TIER 6

NON-PREFERRED SPECIALTY

The most expensive drugs on the drug list which can be generic or brand name.

Prescription Drug List

Each Nebraska HeartlandBlue plan includes a list of covered medications, also called a prescription drug list (PDL). The PDL for our Standard plans is PDL69. All other plans offer PDL68. 

To see if your medications are on your PDL, log into your myNebraskaBlue account or view the lists below. 

View PDL68      View PDL69

Home Delivery Service

MedsYourWayTM – Retail 
MedsYourWay - Retail simplifies the brick-and-mortar shopping experience by automatically comparing plan-covered benefit prices to discount card prices at the pharmacy, without needing to present a separate discount card. Take your prescriptions to an in-network pharmacy and show the pharmacist your BCBSNE member ID card. You will pay the applicable copay, deductible or coinsurance amount or the discount card price, whichever is lower.

Amazon Pharmacy for Home Delivery with MedsYourWayTM Drug Discount Card Pricing 
Pharmacy home-delivery services are offered exclusively through Amazon Pharmacy which delivers a breakthrough, integrated home-delivery shopping experience for you. 

You will be shown the lowest cost options, whether that is your copay/coinsurance or the MedsYourWay discount card price. You may use home delivery services for your 90-day supply of maintenance medications. You will be responsible for paying the applicable cost-share amount for each 30-day supply.

To sign up for Amazon Pharmacy home delivery, visit Amazon.com/NebraskaMYW.

Amazon Pharmacy does not dispense controlled substances. Amazon Pharmacy is an independent company that provides pharmacy home delivery services for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska. 
Prime Therapeutics LLC is an independent company providing pharmacy benefit management services for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska. 
To sign up for Amazon Pharmacy home delivery, visit Amazon.com/NebraskaMYW.
MedsYourWay is a trademark of Prime Therapeutics. Savings may differ depending on current benefit design. Prime Therapeutics is contracted to provide pharmacy benefits to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska.