Blogs - Getting Health Insurance - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas

BCBSTX Connect Team
- June 3, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
What’s so great about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Health Insurance?

Health insurance is a pretty big deal these days. You may be asking yourself--How do I get health insurance? How do I use my health insurance ? Why is health insurance important ? What’s the best health insurance plan for me? It’s a lot...
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BCBSTX Connect Team
- January 22, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
Member Voice: Cecilia — individual health insurance…“It Was Like Winning the Lottery!”

In 2008, Cecilia lost her health insurance when her company laid her off. “It was an awful feeling,” Cecilia said. “After my company was downsized, I tried to purchase insurance on my own, but it was too expensive.” Cecilia...
- 1835 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- September 10, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
Member Voice: Why Student Health Insurance is Important

Can you imagine getting sick miles away from home with no health insurance? Whether you feel young and healthy, rarely get sick or have a pre-existing condition, student health insurance has many benefits. Abby is an 18 year old college student with...
- 1765 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 11, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
How do I Enroll in Health Insurance?

Open Enrollment for 2019 health insurance begins on Nov. 1. You will need to decide if you are going to apply for a new Marketplace plan, keep your current plan or change to a new one. Need help through the process? Click through our blogs below...
- 3157 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 3, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
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Why Choose BCBSTX? Because My Kids Said So...

Choosing health care coverage is a very personal process, even for those of us who work here. Do any of these factors ring true for you?
- 1902 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- November 24, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Why Kids Need A Health Plan

Your child’s health and development is at the top of your parenting list. Find out how a health plan can help you have peace of mind.
- 1882 Views
Ginny
- November 18, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
I’m Under 26. Should I Stay on My Parent’s Health Plan?

If you are under the age of 26, you can stay on your parent’s health insurance plan. But should you? Here’s some important questions you need to consider.
- 8179 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- November 12, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Making A List, Checking It Twice—Preparing for Open Enrollment

Are you a planner, or a spontaneous spirit? In either case, we’ve got you covered with a checklist of things to consider before, during, and after open enrollment for health insurance.
- 10917 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- November 11, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
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Health Plan Options for College Students

Find out what health insurance options are available for college students.
- 3395 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- August 5, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
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Top 10 Things WAY Harder to Get Than Health Care Coverage

Getting health care coverage is easier than ever with the Affordable Care Act. What would make your Top 10 list of things that are harder to get than health care coverage? Check out our team’s list here, and follow links for details about our plans...
- 1528 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- July 1, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Time to enroll in a health plan again? Already?

Ever wonder why we have open enrollment? What is so “open” about it if you can still get some kind of insurance anytime? Well, not so fast. Let’s review.
- 2868 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- June 8, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
How to Change Your Health Insurance Plan

Learn when and how you can change your health insurance plan. What you need to know to change your health plan.
- 16783 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- October 20, 2016
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Everything You Need to Prepare to Buy A Health Plan

Don’t wait to start your planning for health insurance sign up. Finding the information you’ll need before the start of open enrollment will make the whole process simpler. If you break the task into easy-to-handle steps, it may even save you some...
- 1437 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- April 1, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
How Do I Buy an Individual Health Plan?

Our online tools can help you choose a plan during special enrollment or open enrollment.
- 3478 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- March 4, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
What is the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

The health care law was passed in 2010 and is changing the way Americans get health insurance. Here’s what the Affordable Care Act means for you.
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BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 17, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
What if you can’t afford a health plan?

If you’re on the hunt for affordable health insurance, follow these guidelines.
- 4380 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 10, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
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Planning Steps Before You Apply for Health Insurance

Are you asking yourself “what do i need to sign up for health insurance?” We’ve got you covered!
- 7347 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 11, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
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Check Provider Networks Before You Buy

Are you ready to compare health insurance plans? Know what to look for with Provider Networks!
- 10129 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 10, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
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Learn about Health Coverage Without Leaving Your Neighborhood

Are you wondering where to get information on health coverage during open enrollment? Wonder no more! Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas is going on a road trip and coming to a city near you. Bring your questions and concerns and join us on the...
- 2854 Views
BCBSTX Connect Team
- December 10, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
How to Sign Up for A Health Plan

You know you need it, but do you know how to sign up for health insurance? It’s not as scary as it sounds— especially with this guide!
- 7334 Views