Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ) is making it easier for their members to access the care they need, when they need it — all from the comfort of their homes. Beginning November 18, 2020, members can go directly to the Horizon Blue app or sign in to the secure member web portal at HorizonBlue.com to use Horizon CareOnline.
This means members will no longer need to use the standalone Horizon CareOnline app and enter their insurance information or a service key, if that was previously required. Instead, once they sign in to the Horizon Blue app or secure member web portal, all of their relevant insurance information will be loaded for them. No need for their member ID card, service key or anything else. They can just sign in, request a doctor visit and they’re all set!
To ensure you have all the necessary information regarding this change, here are answers to some frequently asked questions.
When will this change occur?
Beginning November 18, 2020, Horizon CareOnline telemedicine services will only be available through the secure member web portal at HorizonBlue.com and the Horizon Blue app. Members who access the Horizon CareOnline app or HorizonCareOnline.com on and after November 18, 2020 will be redirected to the Horizon Blue app or HorizonBlue.com.
Will members be notified of this change?
Members who have previously downloaded the app will receive an email informing them of the change on November 18, 2020. In addition, messaging regarding this change will be prominently displayed on the Horizon CareOnline app and the HorizonCareOnline.com home page.
What if a member already has the Horizon Blue app? Do they need to do anything else?
If a member already has the Horizon Blue app, they can use it as they normally would; they just need to update to the latest app version. If they previously used the Horizon CareOnline app to access this service, beginning on November 18, 2020, they will only need to use the Horizon Blueapp or sign in to the secure member web portal at HorizonBlue.com to access telemedicine services.
Do members need to create a new login to access Horizon CareOnline from the Horizon Blue app or secure member web portal at HorizonBlue.com?
If a member has already set up an account on the secure member web portal at HorizonBlue.com or through the Horizon Blue app, they don’t need to register again. The member will no longer need the separate sign-in that was used when accessing Horizon CareOnline.
If the member has not yet registered for either the secure member web portal or the Horizon Blue app, they should do so as soon as possible, to ensure access to telemedicine services when needed. It’s fast and easy. They just visit HorizonBlue.com or download the Horizon Blue app, click Register and answer a few quick questions.
Are there any changes to how behavioral health appointments will be handled?
Behavioral Health telemedicine services will continue to be available by appointment through Horizon CareOnline. To make an appointment, the member simply accesses Horizon CareOnline from the Horizon Blue app or signs in to the secure member web portal at HorizonBlue.com and selects a date and time.
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