This benefit provides enrollment in the Quit For Life^® program at no cost. Covered spouses and dependent children ages 13 or older are also eligible for the program. The benefit also includes a $0 copay for tobacco cessation drugs to eligible participants.

An expert Quit Coach^® will support you over the phone, online and via text. Your coach will help you follow a Quitting Plan that is customized to your needs. Your Quit Coach may recommend that a doctor prescribe a tobacco cessation drug, such as generic varenicline. These drugs are available through the State Health Plan’s prescription drug coverage at no cost at a network pharmacy. For eligible members ages 18 and older, the program also provides free nicotine replacement therapy. This may include patches, gum or lozenges, if appropriate.

To enroll:

You can enroll by phone or online. After verifying your eligibility, you can talk to a Quit Coach.

1. Call 800.652.7230 (State Health Plan’s dedicated line) or call 866.QUIT.4.LIFE (866.784.8454).
2. Visit www.quitnow.net/SCStateHealthPlan.

Quit for Life is offered by Optum, an independent company that offers a smoking cessation program on behalf of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.

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