4 amazing plan features you don’t want to miss
Your plan has more to offer than you may think. Learn about options like vision care and Teladoc now.
We don’t have to tell you that your Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage plan has a lot of great features. It is designed to make reaching your health goals easier. We cover Annual Wellness Visits, a variety of medications, many screening tests, and much
more.
In addition, we offer other valuable programs and perks that you’ll want to take full advantage of, too. Learn more about these resources and use them to stay healthy.
1. Vision benefits
Getting regular eye exams is key for your overall health. Eye exams can detect chronic eye diseases caused by diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. Your vision test is covered by your Medicare Advantage plan. To find a vision provider in your network, visit Find a doctor.
2. SilverSneakers, a fitness benefit built for seniors
Some Blue Shield Medicare Advantage* members have access to SilverSneakers®, a fitness program designed to help improve strength, flexibility, and balance. It includes a membership to thousands of gym and fitness locations.
3. Teladoc, for 24/7 virtual care
Get the care you need, when you need it most. You can connect with a board-certified doctor by phone or video from the comfort of your home within 60 minutes. Their doctors can treat many non-emergency conditions, prescribe medications,† and let you know if you need to seek in-person care. Make an appointment in the Blue Shield app or read more about Teladoc.
4. Blue Shield of California Appreciation Program
You can earn gift cards for receiving important routine care for your health. This includes a $50 gift card for having your Annual Wellness Visit and a $10 gift card for getting your flu shot. You may be eligible for other incentives, such as having a diabetic eye exam, breast cancer screening, and others. Register for the program and complete your visit before December 31. To learn more, call (866) 352-0892 (TTY: 711) , 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
To learn more about all your plan benefits and programs, log in to your member account or call Customer Service at the number on your Blue Shield member ID card.
*Available to some Medicare Advantage Plan members.
† Limitations apply. Refer to your prescription drug coverage for any out-of-pocket costs.
SilverSneakers is a registered trademark of Tivity Health, Inc. © 2025 Tivity Health, Inc. All rights reserved.
Registration is required to participate. Visit bscappreciation.healthmine.com to register and see what activities earn a gift card. The total amount of the gift card and qualifying health actions are dependent on eligibility for specific activities, which will vary by individual. Members may not qualify for all health activities. One gift card per healthy activity per year. Dates of service must occur prior to December 31, 2025. The gift card will be administered after a member completes self-attestation. Activities that qualify for a gift card are subject to change. Blue Shield reserves the right to terminate this program at any time without notice. If you have other questions, please call Blue Shield of California Appreciation Program Customer Service at (866) 352-0892 (TTY: 711), 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Healthmine Services Inc. is independent of Blue Shield of California and is contracted by Blue Shield to deliver member engagement services to close gaps in care.
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