Quit Smoking

You CAN quit smoking!

Quitting smoking can be a challenge, but help is available. HPP’s quit-smoking counselors can help and encourage you to stop smoking. Just call our Healthier YOU! hotline at 1-866-500-4571 (TTY 1-877-454-8477) to talk to a counselor.

The Pennsylvania Free Quitline at 1-800-784-8669 can connect you with a smoking cessation counselor 24/7. The Quitline is staffed by trained counselors who coach you on your journey to a tobacco-free lifestyle. After you call, you may be eligible to receive two or more weeks of nicotine replacement therapy.

Studies show that talking to a smoking cessation counselor significantly increases quitting rates compared to minimal or no counseling.

Para Español, marca 1-855-335-3569.

ASQ 華語戒煙專線 / ASQ 华语戒烟专线: 1-800-838-8917

ASQ 한인금연센터: 1-800-556-5564

ASQ Trung Tâm Cai Thuốc Lá Dành Cho Người Việt: 1-800-778-8440

Talk to your doctor

Your PCP can educate you about the benefits of quitting smoking. Many providers are specially trained to help patients quit smoking. Talk to your PCP about your readiness to quit.

Jefferson Health Plans’ pharmacy benefits cover tobacco cessation products including nicotine replacement therapies prescribed by a doctor. Over-the-counter medications may be another option.

Members should check their plan’s formulary for the most up-to-date drug coverage. The Health Partners (Medicaid) formulary, KidzPartners (CHIP) formulary are available online at any time.

Note: Formularies are subject to change. Please call Member Relations if you have questions about your prescription drug coverage.

Quitting smoking during pregnancy

Talk to your OB provider about using prescription medication to help you quit. These medications are safe to take during pregnancy and protect your baby from the harmful effects of tobacco.

HPP’s Baby Partners care coordinators provide pregnant members with the help and resources they need to quit. Call 1-866-500-4571 (TTY 1-877-454-8477) to connect with our Baby Partners team.

Pennsylvania’s Free Quitline Pregnancy/Post-Partum Protocol can help pregnant women quit smoking. You will receive coaching during your pregnancy. After you deliver, your coach will help you quit and stay tobacco-free. Call 1-800-784-8669 to learn more.

Use your fitness center membership

Regular exercise helps reduce anxiety and avoid weight gain while you’re quitting. Through our fitness center benefit, HPP members can join a participating fitness center throughout the area for free. HPP will pay for the full cost of your membership. Call 1-866-500-4571 (TTY 1-877-454-8477) to learn more.

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