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Time to Quit Smoking?

Tobacco users will pay a higher premium under McDonald's Corporation Health Plan*.

If you and all your covered family members aren't tobacco-free for at least 90 days before you become enrolled, you can avoid the higher premium by completing your medical plan's tobacco cessation program. Call 1-866-412-8795 (press 2 for Lifestyle Management) today to get started in the program.

Tobacco Cessation Program

Most people agree — it's not easy to quit smoking or using other tobacco products.

If you are enrolled in one of the McDonald's PPO plans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) can help.

Through Blue Care Connection®, BCBSIL offers a program specifically designed to help you succeed. There's no charge for the program - and completing it can help lower your medical premiums.

The Tobacco Cessation program provides personal telephonic coaching, online tools, an audio library, and discounts for wellness-related products and services.

Personal Coaching
Once you are enrolled in the tobacco cessation program, you will be assigned to your own Lifestyle Coach who:

  • Reviews your symptoms and problems
  • Provides personal assistance with goal setting, resource education, tips and periodic progress checkups
  • Assesses your commitment level
  • Establishes a follow-up call schedule

Your Lifestyle Coach can also help you if you need support with behavioral disorders. Since many health issues involve some combination of physical, mental and social causes, addressing behavioral and medical issues at the same time can lead to a better overall quality of life.

Be sure to ask questions, share your feelings and build a trusting relationship with your coach – these valuable relationships will keep you motivated.

Enroll in the Tobacco Cessation Program Today**
If you participate in a McDonald's PPO medical plan, sign up for the tobacco cessation program by calling Blue Care Connection at 1-866-412-8795 (press 2 for Lifestyle Management). To complete the program, you will need to have a minimum of four calls with your Lifestyle coach.

*As required by current Hawaii law, the higher premium cost for tobacco use will not apply if you work in Hawaii.

** If you are enrolled in an HMO, contact your HMO to enroll in their tobacco cessation program and understand the requirements for completion.