Blue Cross allowing early prescription refills due to anticipated winter storm
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCT) – Ahead of a forecasted winter storm in North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield is allowing early prescription refills to for customers to have access to the medications they need.
This is in effect for the entire state, following Gov. Josh Stein's declaration of a State of Emergency on February 18, 2025. Early prescription refills are available to customers through March 19, 2025.
Early prescription refills must be made while the State of Emergency declaration is in effect. Customers with questions about their prescription drug coverage may contact the customer service number on their Blue Cross NC card or log in to their self-service portal at blueconnectnc.com. The early prescription refill policy does not apply to controlled substances.
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