Where to go when you feel sick or are injured.

When you or a family member are in pain or feeling sick, we want to help you find the right care when you need it. Review our guide below to learn about your care options.

Your Care Options

Primary Care Doctor

When possible, your primary care doctor (also called a PCP) should be your first call. Your doctor knows you and your health history and can help you with best next steps to start feeling better. Your primary care doctor may also be able to order services such as an x-ray, refer you to a specialist, or arrange other follow-up care if needed. 

Use Primary Care for:

  • COVID-19/Flu 
  • Cold, fever, sore throat
  • Earache
  • Pink eye
  • Respiratory infection 
  • Sinus infection
  • Injuries – sports injury, sprain, strain
  • Skin conditions – rash, poison injury, etc.

Do you have an urgent issue? Some doctors offer after-hours care, have an on-call doctor or offer telehealth visits. Call your doctor to see what options you have.

If you do not have a PCP, use our Find a Doctor tool to find an in-network provider.

Telehealth

Some of our providers offer telehealth visits. Call your doctor first to see what options you have. Telehealth can be used for many common medical and mental health needs including illnesses, minor injuries, and skin conditions.

Virtual telehealth visits are covered for most of our members, subject to copay, deductible or co-insurance.

Learn About Telehealth

When your doctor isn’t available, we’ve partnered with MDLIVE.* Get access to U.S. board-certified providers for non-emergency medical and behavioral health conditions. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

*MDLIVE® is an independent company that provides services to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield members. MDLIVE providers are available by phone 24/7 or by video 7 days a week, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET. Plan coverage and cost may vary. Log in to your member account to check your benefits and coverage.

Urgent Care

Urgent care can be a good option for in-person care when your doctor is not available. They can treat nonlife-threatening illnesses or injuries that require immediate care. Some urgent cares also provide x-rays.

Visit an urgent care for:

  • COVID-19/Flu
  • Cold, fever, sore throat
  • Earache
  • Pink eye
  • Respiratory infection
  • Sinus infection
  • Injuries - sports injury, sprain, strain
  • Skin conditions – rash, poison injury, etc.

View Urgent Care Locations *

*The cost of these services is subject to your plan benefits or applicable copay/deductible. The list is subject to change and is current as of 8/5/2024.

Emergency Room

If you are experiencing a life-threatening event, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Go straight to the emergency room or call 911 for:

  • Heavy bleeding
  • Open wounds
  • Chest pain
  • Major burns
  • Severe head injury
  • Broken bones
  • Shortness of breath

In-Network vs. Out-of-Network Care

Understand the difference between in-network and out-of-network care to help lower your health care expenses. Need help finding an in-network provider? Just log in to our Find a Doctor tool to see a customized list of providers participating in your plan.

Need Help?

Our Customer Care Advocates are here to help if you have additional questions.

 

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