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Cardiovascular Health Education Program

Living with high blood pressure and high cholesterol? Want a plan to help keep your heart healthy?

If you are living with high blood pressure and high cholesterol, join the Cardiovascular Education Program (HEP).

If you join, free information will arrive in your mailbox monthly! No classes to attend, just solid information including:

  • Complete blood pressure/high cholesterol health booklet
  • Healthy restaurant dining facts
  • Grocery shopping guide
  • Traveling with high blood pressure booklet
  • Smoking cessation resources
  • Stroke reduction tips
  • Tips for talking to your doctor
  • Exercise information
  • Information on keeping up with your medicines
  • Wallet key ring
  • Pillbox
  • Sticky note pad and pen
  • Jar lid opener
  • Stress and relaxation newsletter
Health Resource List (PDF) — Comprehensive list of websites and telephone numbers to locate national and community resources plus information and support regarding high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

Here's how to join and get started on a plan for a healthier you!

Download the Member Enrollment Form (PDF) and return it in one of four ways:

  1. Fax to 501-378-6693
  2. Scan and email to HealthEducationTeam@arkbluecross.com
  3. Mail to:
    Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
    Enterprise Medical Management (4 South)
    601 South Gaines Street
    Little Rock, AR 72201
  4. You also can call your nearest office locations and ask for a Registered Nurse case manager to discuss the program and receive assistance in enrolling in the Cardiovascular Education Program.

We hope you will join the Cardiovascular Education Program. Together, we can help you take better care of your heart.

Health information and education from community and national resources follow the guidelines set forth by the American Heart Association; National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute; National Cholesterol Education Program; and Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure.

Questions? Call the toll-free HEP Helpline at 1-800-686-2609.

Please note: The Cardiovascular Education Program is for health education purposes only. We do not offer medical advice or medical services. Always consult your treating physician(s) for any medical advice or services you may need. You, as a member, are responsible for selecting providers, services or products. Please check your member benefits for coverage of services. All information furnished by you is kept strictly confidential and only used to provide us with information necessary for participation in the Cardiovascular Education Program.