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What’s so great about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Health Insurance?

BCBSTX Connect Team June 3, 2015

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 to take...
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Member Voice: Cecilia — individual health insurance…“It Was Like Winning the Lottery!”

BCBSTX Connect Team January 22, 2015

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 had to go without the...
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Member Voice: Why Student Health Insurance is Important

BCBSTX Connect Team September 10, 2014

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...
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How do I Enroll in Health Insurance?

BCBSTX Connect Team December 11, 2014

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...
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Why Choose BCBSTX? Because My Kids Said So...

BCBSTX Connect Team December 3, 2015

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?
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Why Kids Need A Health Plan

BCBSTX Connect Team November 24, 2015

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.
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I’m Under 26. Should I Stay on My Parent’s Health Plan?

Ginny November 18, 2015

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.
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Making A List, Checking It Twice—Preparing for Open Enrollment

BCBSTX Connect Team November 12, 2015

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.
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Health Plan Options for College Students

BCBSTX Connect Team November 11, 2015

Find out what health insurance options are available for college students.
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Top 10 Things WAY Harder to Get Than Health Care Coverage

BCBSTX Connect Team August 5, 2015

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...
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Time to enroll in a health plan again? Already?

BCBSTX Connect Team July 1, 2015

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.
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How to Change Your Health Insurance Plan

BCBSTX Connect Team June 8, 2015

Learn when and how you can change your health insurance plan. What you need to know to change your health plan.
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Everything You Need to Prepare to Buy A Health Plan

BCBSTX Connect Team October 20, 2016

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...
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How Do I Buy an Individual Health Plan?

BCBSTX Connect Team April 1, 2015

Our online tools can help you choose a plan during special enrollment or open enrollment.
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What is the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

BCBSTX Connect Team March 4, 2015

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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What if you can’t afford a health plan?

BCBSTX Connect Team December 17, 2014

If you’re on the hunt for affordable health insurance, follow these guidelines.
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Planning Steps Before You Apply for Health Insurance

BCBSTX Connect Team December 10, 2014

Are you asking yourself “what do i need to sign up for health insurance?” We’ve got you covered!
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Check Provider Networks Before You Buy

BCBSTX Connect Team December 11, 2014

Are you ready to compare health insurance plans? Know what to look for with Provider Networks!
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Learn about Health Coverage Without Leaving Your Neighborhood

BCBSTX Connect Team December 10, 2014

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...
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How to Sign Up for A Health Plan

BCBSTX Connect Team December 10, 2014

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!
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