Men's Health Resources

Men are less likely than women to get annual preventive checkups, according to the Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC). Increase your odds of living healthier and longer by making healthy choices, like getting regular preventive care. Use the resources and guidelines below to guide you to better health habits and routines.

Make your health a priority

Your HealthSelect^SM medical plan covers most preventive care, including wellness exams and screenings like colonoscopies, at no additional cost to you.

If you are enrolled in HealthSelect of Texas^®, you must have a primary care provider (PCP) on file with BCBSTX to coordinate your care to get the highest level of benefits. Learn more about choosing a PCP.

Talk to your PCP about recommended screenings for men based on your age, health and family history. 

Additional Resources

• Adult Wellness Guidelines flier
• Preventive Services flier

Mental health support

Your plan includes care for mental health concerns like depression, anxiety and drug and alcohol issues, including mental health Virtual Visits through MDLIVE^® and Doctor On Demand^®, and online, coach-supported mental health programs through Learn to Live.

• Virtual Visits are covered at 100% if you are enrolled in HealthSelect of Texas, HealthSelect^SM Out-of-State or HealthSelect^SM Secondary.
• If you are enrolled in Consumer Directed HealthSelect^SM, Virtual Visits are covered after you meet your deductible, with 20% coinsurance after that.
• Learn to Live is available to eligible participants at no additional cost.

Learn more on the Mental Health page.

Heart health

Men are more likely to develop heart disease earlier than women, with heart attack risks starting as early as their 40s.

Whether you’re new to tracking your blood pressure or already managing high numbers, Hello Heart’s app-connected monitor and personalized health advice make it easier to take control of your heart health—anytime, anywhere.

Learn more about Hello Heart.

Joint, bone and muscle health

Hinge Health is a digital, physical therapist-led musculoskeletal (MSK) care program that includes access to the Hinge Health mobile app and a care team including a board-certified health coach and physical therapist.

This digital program is focused on exercise therapy designed to address a wide range of MSK conditions. It can be done anywhere, at any time.

Learn more about Hinge Health.

Save money and earn rewards with HealthSelectShoppERS^SM

You may be eligible to earn up to $500 per year, per family, in a TexFlex^SM health care flexible spending account (FSA) when you shop for lower-cost, high-quality care for services like:

• cancer screenings and
• CT scans.

Consumer Directed HealthSelect participants' rewards will be deposited into a limited-purpose FSA that can be used for eligible dental and vision expenses.

Learn more about HealthSelectShoppERS.

Learn how Michael earned a $100 incentive for his CT scan.